Engineering Technician II- Traffic

Pay & Benefits: Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 30: $57,262 to $77,292 annually ($27.53 to $37.16 per hour).24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more. Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location: This position will work at the Anoka County Highway building located at 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover MN 55304.Expected work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Review, process, issue, coordinate, and track permits for activities within the Anoka County highway system, including right-of-way use, development access, driveway access, special events, oversize/overweight loads, and utility work impacting county roadways. Inspect permitted work, document findings, and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with State and County construction and traffic standards. Conduct field reviews of approved traffic control plans and inspect construction and restoration work. Process right-of-way user registrations and confirm all insurance and regulatory requirements are met before permits are approved. Monitor contractor traffic control setups for accuracy, safety, and effectiveness. Require corrections when necessary to maintain safe operations for workers and the traveling public. Assist in reviewing plats and development plans adjacent to the county highway system. Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting to support traffic operations, safety assessments, signal timing optimization, and project development. Conduct field reviews and compile documentation for traffic studies such as speed, volume, crash trends, sight distance, and pedestrian safety evaluations. Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Design (CAD), and traffic engineering software to develop maps, layouts, and technical exhibits. Support additional traffic engineering functions as assigned. Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed: Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Successfully pass driver's license background check.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed: Experience with traffic engineering principles and practices, complemented by strong understanding of construction and inspection standards applicable to county roadway infrastructure. Knowledge of current MnMUTCD and MN Traffic Engineering Manual. Knowledge of current MnDOT Standard Specifications for Construction. Experience using CAD and drafting.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions: Standard office environment, various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, including unfinished structures, construction sites, rough terrain, and changing weather conditions depending on assignment. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties. Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills. Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing. Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment. Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various inspection and surveying equipment depending on assignment. Inspection and surveying equipment may include but is not limited to digital camera, tape measure, hammer, chisels, boom truck and other machinery, electronic drafting equipment, material testing equipment, power and hand tools, and personal protective equipment. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, prolonged vibration from machinery, and other hazards is possible while performing essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Selection Process: It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements: Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. About Anoka CountyAs the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here. Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.