Traffic Specialist (Permits) - St. Louis District

State of Missouri; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MoDOT—Missouri Department of Transportation—invites applications for a Traffic Specialist position based in the Chesterfield Traffic Management Center. The role focuses on approving roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation on the department's right of way, with field inspections to ensure permit compliance.

The department notes that candidates may be hired at entry or senior levels depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or an Associate's degree in engineering, construction technology, or a related field.
• Four years of experience in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and issues permits to utility companies, contractors, developers, governmental entities, or individuals for work on department right of way with designated project specifications and requirements.
• Meets with contractors, developers, governmental entities, individuals, and utility companies to explain procedures and department policies on granting permits.
• Reviews and approves proposed plans for construction on department right of way for feasibility with regard to drainage, sight distance, landscaping, curbing, traffic flow, and related requirements; makes recommendation for modification; may coordinate permit work with other district departments.
• Reviews work zone requests and approves or restricts work zone activity based on the impact to traffic and the community.
• Conducts field inspections of projects and work zones, and performs measurements of traffic control devices to ensure compliance with departmental standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Communication

Field inspections

Education

Two years of college or Associate's degree in Engineering/Construction Technology or related field

Four years of experience in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions or related field

Job description

Position closes 10/02/2026

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Chesterfield Traffic Management Center: 14301 South Outer Forty, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Why You’ll Love This Position

The traffic specialist reviews and approves work relating to roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposed on department right of way, and performs inspections of projects to ensure compliance with specifications set forth in permits. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level or senior level, based on your skills and experience.

This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

What You’ll Do

• Prepares and issues permits to utility companies, contractors, developers, governmental entities, or individuals for work on department right of way with designated project specifications and requirements.
• Meets with contractors, developers, governmental entities, individuals, and utility companies to explain procedures and department policies on granting permits.
• Reviews and approves proposed plans for construction on department right of way for feasibility with regard to drainage, sight distance, landscaping, curbing, traffic flow, and related requirements; makes recommendation for modification; may coordinate permit work with other district departments.
• Reviews work zone requests and approves or restricts work zone activity based on the impact to traffic and the community.
• Conducts field inspections of projects and work zones, and performs measurements of traffic control devices to ensure compliance with departmental standards.

Minimum Qualifications

All you need for success:

• Two years of college or Associate's Degree: Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field, AND two years of experience in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or related field, OR
• Four years of experience in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or related field

Special Working Conditions

• Job requires exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• None

More Reasons To Love This Position

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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