Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
Are you passionate about working safely? Do you enjoy driving and staying overnights within Washington State? If your answer is “yes,” this opportunity to travel the state collecting highway digital imagery data may be a perfect fit for you.

WSDOT Multimodal Planning and Data Division is currently seeking a Transportation Planning Specialist 2 to act as the Digital Imagery Supervisor for the Transportation Data, GIS, and Modeling Group (TDGMG) in Tumwater, WA. In the Travel Data, Modeling, and Analysis Office of the TDGMG, this position leads a team that collects digital imagery of the State Highway system and performs associated tasks to support state data-driven decision-making regarding the public road network. The incumbent’s primary responsibility is to direct and supervise their team as they travel throughout Washington State to collect SRview digital imagery of the State Highway network. Additionally, the position is responsible for sight distance surveys and culvert inspections using robot cameras. The data collected is essential in forming plans of action to make the public road network more efficient and streamlined.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Digital Imagery Supervisor will:

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  Coordinate, organize, schedule, and monitor SRview video logging, sight distance surveys, and culvert inspections.
• Perform quality assurance checks on data through analysis and summarization to ensure the deliverance of high-quality products.
• Manage planning and scheduling of routes to be filmed.
• Supervise, lead, train, and direct lower-level technicians in all tasks.
• Work with technical support staff to test and evaluate new equipment and technology that will enhance finished products for users and customers.
• Review data collection requests, prepare and deliver cost estimates of requested data collection, and schedule data collection.
• Act as remedy support for SRview.
• Download and process video files retrieved from surveys and handle customer requests for all digital imagery surveys.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• A high school diploma or GED.
• One year as a Transportation Planning Specialist 1 or Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Planning Technician 3, Transportation Technician 3, or equivalent classification in city or county agencies.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license.

Ability to:

• Lift and carry up to 70 lbs. over difficult terrain, in and out of manholes and culverts.
• Traverse up and down ladders, work in confined spaces, and use a respirator when required.
• Work outside in snowy, wet, cold, or hot and humid conditions.
• Travel extensively while fulfilling schedules that require being away from home the entire workweek during a large portion of the year.
• Understand and consistently follow safety guidelines and policies.
• Drive for extended time periods. Two to three hours without stopping, 10+ hours per day.
• Work effectively with customers and staff from all DOT offices through both written and oral forms.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Extract precise information from complex documents and technical manuals.
• Communicate with peers and managers effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing; this includes the ability to compose relevant and concise documentation regarding data collection efforts.
• Use both standard office software (such as e-mail, timekeeping applications, etc.) and specialized software used with digital imagery data collection.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have the following:

• One year of experience supervising, training, and field crews in the operation of video logging, culvert inspection, and sight distance survey equipment used by the Transportation Data, GIS & Modeling Group.
• Experience using Washington State Highway Log, survey grade GPS systems, vehicle-mounted Distance Measuring Instruments, and HD cameras and interface these in mapping the Washington State Highway System.
• Using personal computers (laptop) and various software.
• Experience using SRview software and hardware to input, analyze and validate data obtained from video logging.
• Washington State Flagger certification.
• Experience using Washington State M54-44 Traffic Control Design Guide.
• First Aid training.
• Confined space training.
• WSDOT GPS certification.

Important Notes

• This position requires the following physical demands: Performing repetitive physical movements, including driving, operating the computer, and repetitive motions while performing digital imagery collection or culvert inspections. Steep slopes and uneven surfaces, confined spaces, obstacles such as jersey barriers, ditches, guardrails, catch basins, culverts, sitting in vehicles for extended periods of time while performing digital imagery data collection or while safely navigating the state highway system. Carrying heavy pieces of equipment such as culvert inspection rover.
• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. An exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensuring that our staff experiences the reward of public service while sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum of 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and federal student loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine your salary. Therefore, the “Work Experience” portion of the application must be completed in as much detail as possible.
To be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlines (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the “References” section of the online application; it does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment where all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Yasmin Munoz, at MunozY@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 23DOT-HQ- 00568 in the subject line.