This is advanced field and office work in the collection of data essential to the evaluation of traffic problems in the county.

An employee in this class is responsible for conducting independent field and office investigations, studies and surveys relative to off street parking, illumination, origin and destination checks and related urban, suburban and arterial traffic problems. The Traffic Analyst 2 is responsible for the research and definition of the more complex traffic problems and the preparation of resultant findings through reports and specific recommendations. The advanced assignments require the exercise of initiative and technical judgment in the approach and solution of traffic problems. Supervision may be exercised over traffic analysts of a lower grade when on large, complex assignments. Work is reviewed by a superior for accuracy and for adherence to established standards and procedures.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Makes investigations, studies and surveys and prepares detailed reports, including recommendations concerning a variety of traffic problems involving secondary business districts and areas; major thoroughfares and secondary roads; urban, suburban and rural areas; prepares charts, sketches, graphs and related supplementary material to illustrate reports.

Performs a variety of field and office investigations relative to vehicular and pedestrian counts; origin and destination surveys; and flow and accident diagrams.

Meets with and obtains pertinent information from other public agencies, officials and interested parties, relative to traffic problems.

Assists superiors in delineating the more complex traffic problems and on occasion originates traffic investigations and studies.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of traffic surveying and the general intent of traffic planning programs.

Knowledge of the rules, regulations and ordinances effective in the county governing traffic operations.

Knowledge of inherent traffic hazards and current precautionary measures.

Knowledge of the geography of the county, its incorporated and unincorporated areas and road network.

Ability to perform mathematic computations rapidly and accurately.

Ability to prepare drawings, sketches, charts and other illustrative material of a nontechnical nature.

Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations based upon findings.

Ability to meet and deal tactfully with departmental officials and the general public.

Ability to express one's self clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.

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