TRAFFIC TECHNICIAN III (SR-13) [1 vacancy]

TRAFFIC TECHNICIAN III (SR-13) [1 vacancy]

Salary

$3,900.00 Monthly

Location

Oahu, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

015267

Department

Transportation Services

Division

Transportation Performance and Development

Opening Date

07/26/2026

Closing Date

8/1/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii

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Position Information

Keep Honolulu moving-help collect and analyze the data that shapes safer, more efficient roadways.

The Department of Transportation Services, Transportation Performance & Development Division, is hiring for a Traffic Technician III in Honolulu. This position conducts transportation and traffic studies, collects and compiles traffic data, investigates traffic-related concerns, and assists with the review of street improvement plans and more complex transportation studies.

What You Will Do:

• Conduct traffic studies and surveys involving traffic volume, turning movements, pedestrians, vehicle speeds, parking, transit, accidents, and other transportation conditions.
• Install, operate, adjust, remove, and clean traffic counting equipment used to collect field data.
• Compile data collected through automated traffic counters, field observations, research, and personal contact.
• Assist with investigations involving traffic signals, stop controls, crosswalks, parking changes, turning restrictions, lane-use changes, and other traffic issues.
• Prepare maps, charts, graphs, tables, reports, recommendations, and parking layouts using Microsoft Office and traffic survey software.
• Assist with temporary roadway work zones by placing traffic cones and directing motorists using signs and hand signals.

Special Working Conditions:

• Fieldwork requires working near moving vehicles and construction sites.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Operates traffic counting equipment and uses tools such as traffic cones, traffic flags, pry bars, a cordless hammer drill, and a 10-pound sledgehammer.
• Serves as Disaster Support Worker
• May require night and weekend work during natural disasters and other emergencies.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits, including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding and reliable career path!

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience, which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, may be substituted for education.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Three years of survey and/or data collection, tabulation, and analysis work experience. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of basic research, survey methods, and statistical procedures.

Desirable Experience:

Computer experience using word processing, spreadsheet, and/or AutoCAD software.

Substitution: A Bachelors degree from a regionally-accredited four-year university or college may be substituted for ALL of the required experience.

Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

Competencies and Skills Needed

Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of:

• Basic research and survey methods
• Statistical procedures

Applicants must also have the ability to:

• Conduct research and statistical studies
• Collect, classify, and analyze statistical data applicable to traffic operations such as vehicle speeds, spacing and acceleration
• Prepare tables, charts, graphs and maps
• Prepare clear and concise reports
• Learn and understand traffic ordinances, rules, regulations and standards
• Operate equipment used in collecting traffic data
• Understand the basic objectives of traffic design and planning

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid, appropriate drivers license (Type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be considered for the current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

What are the benefits of being a City Employee?

• • Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
• • Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
• • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
• • Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
• • Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
• • Retirement Plan: The Employees Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
• • Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
• • Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
• • Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
• • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
• • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.

• All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

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APPLICATION GUIDELINES & INSTRUCTIONS When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.

Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.

List each work experience separately, do not combine jobs. For example, if youve held more than one position or job level(s) for the same employer, they should be listed and described separately so that the resulting changes in your duties and responsibilities are accurately reflected. If any part of your experience is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official job/position description (PD).

In general (unless otherwise specified on the job posting), the following criteria is utilized for evaluation of the Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Substitute, temporary assignment, internship or volunteer experience requires an official letter of verification from your supervisor and/or Human Resources department. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.

• Concurrent or overlapping experiences and/or education will NOT be double credited.

• Professional experience refers to work that generally involves independent critical thinking, solving complex, non-routine problems, preparing reports, and interpreting and applying technical information.

• Most work experience as an intern will NOT be creditable as equivalent to professional experience.

• Calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, NOT one and a half years.

• All requirements for the position must be met at the time of application or by the closing date of the recruitment.

Possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Any information you submit is subject to verification. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number.

If you previously submitted education documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, etc.) to our office, for most cases you are not required to resubmit them. Supporting documents with an expiration period (e.g., drivers license, Department of Transportation medical certificate, etc.) will need to be submitted with each application to verify possession of a current license or certificate at the time specified on the job posting.

• I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.

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EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Three (3) years of survey and/or data collection, tabulation and analysis work experience.

Substitution: A Bachelors degree from a regionally-accredited four-year university or college may be substituted for ALL of the required experience.

• I have at least three (3) years of experience with survey and/or data collection, tabulation and analysis.
• I have a Bachelors degree to substitute for three (3) years of experience. If selected for the position, I understand I must provide evidence of my education (i.e., copy of diploma, official transcript, etc.) prior to hiring.
• I do not meet the experience requirement for this position.

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DATA COLLECTION, TABULATION, & ANALYSIS EXPERIENCE:

Indicate which position(s) from the Work Experience section of your application where you performed data collection, tabulation, and analysis work. Please include the following:

• The type of data you gathered,
• The purpose of gathering such data,
• How you tabulated the data (e.g., the work activities that were done with the data), AND
• How you analyzed the data collected to make your conclusions.

If you do not have experience in this area, answer with "None."

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DATA-BASED SURVEYS, RESEARCH PROJECTS, AND/OR FIELD STUDIES EXPERIENCE:

Indicate which position(s) from the Work Experience section of your application where you performed data collection, tabulation, and analysis work. Please include the following:

• The type of surveys, research projects, and/or studies that you were involved with AND
• Your role and specific assignments and responsibilities in conducting the surveys, research projects, and/or studies.

If you do not have experience in this area, answer with "None."

Required Question

Employer City and County of Honolulu

Address 650 South King Street, 10th Floor

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813

Phone (808) 768-8536

Website https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/