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This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for Full Time - Traffic System Operator IV - Assistant Operations Manager for our client’s Hauppauge, NY office.    The Traffic System Operator IV - Assistant Operations Manager shall have a detailed familiarity with Long Island's roadways, understand communications protocols and be knowledgeable on the location and purpose of all ITS elements.

Candidates must be capable of independently following procedures and direction with minimal oversight and supervision. The successful candidate must be willing to work all shifts as needed including overnights, weekends and holidays, and respond to on-call issues and activities via phone.

Your Impact Operate the TMC’s Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS); including minor configuration of the ATMS, and Message Plans. Direction, Supervision and Administration of the TMC; System Operation; Roadwork Information and Lane Closure Coordination; Training and Updating of Manuals; Operations and Administration of the Highway Emergency Local Patrol (HELP) and Parkway Tow Contracts. Lead and direct work of INFORM System Operators   On call 24/7 via phone   Coordinate traffic and incident management functions   Ensure shift co-workers are adequately trained and current in all tasks relevant to System Operators I, II, & III Shift liaison to management for identifying problems and/or weaknesses in operational procedures   Prepares and maintains training documents and reports   Shift continuity, assessments, briefings between shift/maintenance personnel, and overall system performance   Assemble, collate, and prepare roadwork/construction information in order to formulate daily, weekly and OpenReach/511NY Road Work reports   Administer On-The-Job Training   Perform ITS Maintenance Contract Inspector and H.E.L.P. & Parkway Tow Supervisor System operator III, System Operator II and System Operator I responsibilities   Who You Are

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent is required Must possess a valid Driver’s License Minimum 7 years of experience with TMC type facility and/or traffic management Minimum 4 years of supervisory experience   Applicants must be able to pass a State Police background/criminal history check In-dept knowledge of local roadways Oral and written communication   Computer/Software – including MS Office applications, spreadsheets and databases   Public, internal and external relations (works well with internal, external and partner groups and individuals)   Mentor and training new staff, and able to respond to problem situations 24/7/365
Analytical and organizational kills   Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written Strong attention to detail Ability to professionally interact with co-workers and client staff Proficient with Advance Transportation Management System platforms and other traffic management databases (i.e. Foundation & Agile) In-depth knowledge of local roadways Ability to perform with minimal supervision  Ability to multi-task and remain calm during high pressure situations Ability to perform in a cooperative team environment

Compensation and Benefits: 

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. 

Expected Salary: $50,700 $87,010 

WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Additional Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Additional Details Travel Required: 10% Job Status: Regular Employee Type: Full Primary Location: HAUPPAUGE - CALEBS PATH EXT All locations: US-NY-Hauppauge About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 

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