Traffic Operations Specialist in Anaheim, California at VINCI Highways Mobility Solutions (VHMS)

About Us
Our Traffic Operations Center (TOC) application is designed to support real-time traffic management, enhance roadway safety, and improve mobility across the transportation network. Built with reliability and efficiency in mind, the platform integrates critical data, monitoring tools, and communication features into a single, user-friendly interface. We empower traffic professionals to make informed decisions quickly, respond effectively to incidents, and optimize traffic flow. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, our mission is to provide the tools needed to keep communities moving safely and efficiently.

Job Description
The Traffic Operations Center (TOC) is responsible for monitoring and managing real-time traffic conditions to ensure safe and efficient roadway operations. This role involves using systems to detect incidents, coordinate responses, and communicate with field personnel and partner agencies. The position requires strong situational awareness, quick decision-making, and effective communication under pressure. Overall, the TOC plays a critical role in maintaining mobility, enhancing safety, and supporting the traveling public.

• Monitor real-time traffic conditions using CCTV, detection systems, and traffic management software.
• Identify and respond to traffic incidents, coordinating with law enforcement, emergency services, and field crews.
• Manage and update dynamic message signs (DMS), lane closures, and traveler information systems.
• Analyze traffic data to support decision-making and improve traffic flow and roadway safety.
• Document incidents, actions taken, and system performance in logs and reports.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and partner agencies.
• Ensure all operations follow established policies, procedures, and safety standards.

• Pay: $17.50/Hour
• Shift: 5:00AM – 1:30PM
• Schedule: Saturday – Wednesday

• Knowledge of traffic operations principles, traffic control devices, and roadway safety practices.
• Experience with traffic management systems, CCTV monitoring, and incident management tools.
• Ability to analyze traffic data and make timely, informed decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with internal staff, field teams, and external agencies.
• Proficiency in computer applications and real-time monitoring software.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain focused in a fast-paced 24/7 operational environment.
• Relevant or prior experience in traffic operations, emergency response, or dispatching is a plus.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• At least one (1) year of dispatching experience preferred but not required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• There are no supervisory responsibilities in this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and reach with hands and arms, hear, and talk. The employee will be working and navigating on a computer. The employee occasionally is required to stand, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and walk. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The work environment is usually moderate to loud.