Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the analysis, interpretation and distribution of various classes of traffic data (volume, collisions) under the supervision of the Supervisor, Data Collection and Analysis.
• Prepares diagrams, flow maps, graphs, charts, for statistical reports and leaflets.
• Enters, edits, updates, validates, and analyzes traffic volume and collision data.
• Performs and/or checks manual and computerized calculations.
• Analyzes traffic volume data to determine trend changes.
• Performs administrative and processing activities as required, such as updating computerized and manual records, maintaining and updating files, and inventory of all turning movement counts and automatic traffic counts.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries from the public, politicians, contractors, other municipalities, businesses, 311, and City staff.
• Reviews and evaluates reports of traffic statistics and/or damage claims to city property.
• Assists and liaises with consultants, computer application specialists, and contractors concerning the maintenance and enhancements of in-house traffic applications.
• Reviews, evaluates and reports on acceptance testing of new enhancements and upgrades.
• Receives payment for traffic data from external clients and issues statements.
• Maintains inventory of all requests using the in-house tracking system in a timely manner.
• Manipulates and retrieves data using Microsoft Excel, Access, and ArcGIS, AutoCAD, MapInfo and / or any other mapping (GIS) software.
• Prepare presentations to stakeholders on collision/volumn statistics using PowerPoint and/or desktop presentation package (i.e. Visio)
• Performs other related work and specific projects as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Successful completion of a Secondary School diploma or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Considerable experience in engineering technology, specifically in the principles and practices of traffic engineering.
3. Experience utilizing MS Office software applications including proficiency in word processing, excel, the internet, and relational databases.
4. Experience using various GIS and CAD Software packages such as Arcview, Mapinfo, DesignCad.
5. Required to possess a Class “G” Driver’s License, valid in the Province of Ontario, and be able to maintain the same.

You must also have:

• Highly developed analytical and diagnostic skills, with the ability to perform manual and computerized calculations in a traffic engineering environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to resolve customer issues, conflicts and complaints in-person, by telephone and through written correspondence.
• Ability to make sound decisions using good judgement
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Considerable knowledge of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.
• Ability to use computer software such as spreadsheet, database and word processing programs.
• Ability to effectively organize records and data and to prepare sound technical reports and specifications.
• Knowledge of the City of Toronto road system and City of Toronto Uniform Traffic By-laws.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, organize.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
• Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Engineering, Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) will be an asset.