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

Position Information

Make an impact on how Honolulu moves!

If youre detail-oriented enjoy fieldwork and want to help improve traffic flow and roadway safety across Oahu this is the job for you.

The Department of Transportation Services Transportation Engineering Division is hiring for a Traffic Technician III in Honolulu.

What You Will Do :

• Conduct and assist with traffic and transportation studies gathering and analyzing data on roadway control measures such as stop signs one-way streets speed limits and parking regulations.
• Prepare technical reports maps charts and recommendations for roadway improvements and traffic control measures.
• Investigate and document traffic-related complaints of requests by collecting field data and researching possible solutions.
• Create and revise drawings and layouts for pavement markings intersections traffic signs and parking areas using computer-aided design (AutoCAD).
• Collaborate with engineers and higher-level technicians to develop and implement solutions that promote safe efficient traffic flow.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned for the position.

Hear from our DTS team on how they serve the City and why they love their job!

Special Working Conditions :

The City has great benefits and opportunities apply today! If you qualify for the position your name will be eligible for further consideration for the current vacancies as well as future permanent and temporary vacancies with this job title.

Additional Job Information

Applications must be submitted online by November 29 2025 11 : 59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.

Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery please make sure you :

Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.

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 and 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.

The education substitution must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college / university in the United order to receive credit for the education a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program evidence of comparability or an original transcript.

Verification Requirement : In order to be given credit for your education clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this education qualification requirement. If available please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and / or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address : Department of Human Resources 650 South King Street 10th Floor Honolulu HI 96813 . Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.

If you do not have your documentation to verify your education at this time please note that if selected for the job you will need to furnish verification documents in order to move forward in the hiring process.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT :

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

Examination Process

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION :

In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education experience and / or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT :

Education and Experience Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Transportation Services

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1