Traffic Specialist

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Work location of Springfield, Clinton, Carthage, or Joplin will be considered.

If selected for further consideration, you will be contacted to schedule an interview for July 29th, 2025.

Why you’ll love this position:

The traffic specialist reviews and approves work relating to roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposed on department right of way, and performs inspections of projects to ensure compliance with specifications set forth in permits. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.

• Prepare and issue permits to utility companies, contractors, developers, governmental entities, or individuals for work on department right of way with designated project specifications and requirements.
• Meet with contractors, developers, governmental entities, individuals, and utility companies to explain procedures and department policies on granting permits.
• Review and approve proposed plans for construction on department right of way for feasibility with regard to drainage, sight distance, landscaping, curbing, traffic flow, and related requirements; make recommendation for modification; may coordinate permit work with other district departments.
• Review work zone requests and approve or restrict work zone activity based on the impact to traffic and the community.
• Conduct field inspections of projects and work zones, and perform measurements of traffic control devices to ensure compliance with departmental standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of college or Associate's Degree: Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field, AND two years of experience in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or related field, OR

• Four years of experience in construction inspection, highway design, traffic technician positions, or related field

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

Southwest District Human Resources at swhr@modot.mo.gov

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