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Traffic Management System Operator (Irregular On-Call)

Job ID:
133204
Organization:
Ministry of Transportation
Division:
Eastern Region - Operations
City:
Ottawa
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
3 Temporary for 12 months with possible extension
Job code:
16708 - Communications Operator 2
Salary:
$25.39 - $28.15 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Demonstrate your communication skills and put your emergency dispatch/radio systems experience to work in this opportunity with the Operational Services Office.

About the job

On a rotating shift basis, you will:
• manage traffic on provincial highways within the Eastern region
• improve traffic flow safety and efficiency by operating COMPASS, a two-way radio system with dispatch console and incident management systems

Please note: This position is for an irregularly-scheduled, on-call for 0 - 40 hours per week with no guaranteed minimum number of hours.

What you bring to the team


Technical Knowledge

• you have experience with incident and emergency response
• you have knowledge of and experience in Advanced Traffic Management Systems
• you have experience with emergency dispatch/radio systems
• you have knowledge of freeway and highway maintenance and construction practices and procedures

Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

• you are able to analyze and problem solve to anticipate problems based on the nature of the incident
• you can analyze and report on traffic incidents
• you are able to assess and implement appropriate services for traffic management

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• you can communicate in a clear and concise manner
• you are able to build and maintain effective working relationships
• you are able to identify relevant facts in logical order
• you are able to prioritize and exercise tact and judgment in stressful situations

Computer Skills

• you are proficient with computers and with software such as word processing, spreadsheets, database applications and browser based user interface

Additional information:

Apply by:
Monday, March 4, 2019 11:59 pm EST
Position details:
  • 3 English Temporary - Irregular On-Call, duration up to 12 months, 347 Preston St, Ottawa, East Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Category:
Administrative and Support Services
Posted on:
Friday, February 15, 2019

Language requirements and assessment:
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