Traffic Counter

Company: City of Medford
Location: Medford
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Summary

The City of Medford has several part-time/seasonal positions for Traffic Counters.

The City of Medford Traffic Engineering Division is looking for several attentive and dependable to join our team. The Traffic Data Collector's primary duty is to observe traffic at intersections while counting vehicle turning movements using a hand-held computerized counting board.Employees will be required to drive their personal vehicle to/from/between multiple work locations. This position may be required to work variable shifts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age by date of hire
• Work with minimum supervision
• Ability to follow oral, written, and drawn instructions
• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with others
• Relate to the general public in a positive manner
• Has ability to primarily work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Requires possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire
• Requires completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City

There are two schedule options:

• Tuesday - Thursday 6:00 am to 12:30 pm
• Tuesday - Thursday 12:30 pm to 7:00 pm

This position is open until filled

Part-Time Benefit Included:

• Paid sick leave

ABOUT THE CITY OF MEDFORD

Medford is one of the most beautiful areas of the Pacific Northwest and is located in Jackson County, Oregon. Situated in the heart of the scenic Rogue Valley, Medford, population 84,550, is the hub of Oregon's fourth-largest metropolitan area. Located along I-5 in southern Oregon, just 20 miles from the California border, Medford is surrounded by breathtaking mountains in a region featuring world-class outdoor recreation opportunities, including Crater Lake National Park and the Oregon Coast. As the largest city between Eugene and Sacramento, Medford is a growing city with a high quality of life, a growing economy and a moderate climate.

Typical Job Duties

These duties are a representative example; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department and organization. Essential duties and responsibilities may vary depending on assigned area. This position:

• Monitor traffic and manually tally vehicle movements using traffic counting device.
• Performing testing to ensure equipment is in working order.
• Working primarily outdoors in Right of Way areas.
• Assisting engineering staff in a variety of daily tasks or special projects.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Demonstrate good written communication skills and perform detailed note taking.
• Must have the ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace.
• Must be honest and truthful in all tasks and responsibilities.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

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Job Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Requires possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver's license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
• Requires completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.

Ability to:

• Work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to follow oral, written, and drawn instructions.
• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with others.
• Relate to the general public in a positive manner.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: City of Medford employment application must be completed online via the City's website www.cityofmedford.org by 4:00 p.m. on closing date.

Selection procedures and time lines subject to change. Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country. Hiring will be subject to:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Favorable driving record
• Drug screen
• Professional reference check

If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2010. For technical assistance and questions with the application process, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.

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