Traffic Investigator I City of Sacramento 104 reviews - Sacramento, CA $19.98 - $28.23 an hour DEFINITION Performs a variety of para-professional traffic engineering field and office research, analysis and records maintenance; designs and modifies traffic control devices; develops recommendations for coordinating traffic improvement projects. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level classification in the para-professional Traffic Investigator series. Incumbents perform routine, basic traffic investigator support duties and are considered to be in training. As experience is acquired, incumbents perform with increasing independence. Assignments are generally limited in scope and within a procedural framework established by higher level personnel. Assignments are observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion, and changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as they arise. The classification is distinguished from Traffic Investigator II by the greater complexity of assignments and level of independent decision making required of the Traffic Investigator II classification. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: * Prepare illustrative graphics such as charts, graphs, maps and other materials for reports. * Deploy radar display trailers. * Attend community meetings. * Conduct traffic studies and surveys such as turning movement counts, radar speed surveys, and pedestrian studies. * Investigate traffic complaints and requests for traffic controls. * Make preliminary recommendations regarding corrective traffic control to mitigate traffic problems. * Prepare written reports and correspondence. * Maintain accident reports.

• Write citations related to violations of street use. * Interpret a variety of government references, i.e., City Codes, California Vehicle Code, California Traffic and Design Manual, etc. * Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: * General methods and techniques of traffic data research and collection. * General traffic rules, regulations, and ordinances. Ability to: * Interpret data, maps, plans, and specifications. * Collect, record, and interpret field and study data. * Use computer software to analyze and present data. * Communicate effectively orally and in writing. * Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. * Maintain and prepare accurate records and reports. * Present data graphically. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION One year of experience with the City of Sacramento performing work associated with explaining codes and regulations to the public. OR A certificate of completion from an accredited technical vocational school or community college in planning, engineering, or a closely related field, or a minimum of 20 semester units in college-level drafting and engineering related courses plus one year of work experience involving customer service. All education requirements must be verifiable from records or satisfactory completion of courses. Proof of Education: Proof of education such as college transcripts and degrees must be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office in person, as an attachment(s) to the online application, or fax to (916) 596-1556. If submitting in person or via fax, please include your name and Recruitment #016202-18 on your documents. Unofficial transcripts or copies of documents are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted before you will be considered for any positions. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE: Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline; * Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. * Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: * If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). * If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. * Proof of required education and/or degree equivalency must be submitted online with your application, emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by fax or mail by the final filing deadline. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Weighted 100%) The Supplemental Questionnaire is the Training and Experience Exam. Only the applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will become candidates and their supplemental questionnaire will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the supplemental questionnaire, please note: * Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. * Incomplete supplemental questionnaires will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. * A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 3. Eligibility - Candidates who pass the Training & Experience evaluation will be placed on an eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. 4. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete LiveScan / fingerprinting and receive Human Resources approval prior to receiving a start date from the Department. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: * Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. * For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. * Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities; * Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org; * Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726; or * Visit the Human Resources Department at Historic City Hall, 915 I Street, Plaza Level, Sacramento, CA 95814. 12 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site Other jobs you may like KSFM Entercom Communications Corp. - Sacramento, CA 30 days ago Easily apply KSFM On-Air Personality Entercom Communications Corp. - Sacramento, CA 30 days ago Easily apply * Traffic Investigator jobs in Sacramento, CA * Jobs at City of Sacramento in Sacramento, CA * Traffic Investigator salaries in Sacramento, CA City of Sacramento City of Sacramento 104 reviews Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume