Manager, TMC Operations [TN - TDOT]

Iteris

$105K — $125K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of facility operations experience related to employee policies and procedures.
  • Strong understanding of freeway management, traffic incident management, and traffic engineering principles.
  • In-depth knowledge of Incident Management operations and advanced traffic management systems.
  • Proficient with Windows OS and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Exemplary leadership and interpersonal skills; capable of conveying technical information clearly.
  • Ability to write technical reports and coordinate real-time activities effectively.
  • Availability for alternate work schedules and 24-hour on-call duties.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations in the Control Room, including staff scheduling and issue resolution.
  • Facilitate effective communication with State Project Manager, TMC Team Leads, and Supervisors.
  • Engage with Contractors' Project Managers and Management staff for operational coordination.
  • Conduct regular face-to-face communications with Contractor TMC technicians.
  • Participate in TIM meetings for interagency coordination and operational reviews.
  • Prepare monthly performance reports for Technicians and Supervisors.
  • Collaborate on updates for training and certification materials following TDOT TMC Operations Manual guidelines.

Benefits

  • Incentive-based yearly bonus to reward performance.
  • 401(k) plan with immediate matching and no vesting requirements.
  • Open Paid-Time-Off policy allowing flexible vacation scheduling.
  • Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses.
  • Life insurance and medical reimbursement options.
  • Disability coverage to protect against income loss.
  • Education assistance program for professional development funding.
Full Job Description
Iteris is seeking multiple TMC Operations Managers to work out of the TDOT 1 & 2 regions. Under the general direction of the Project Manager, TMC Operations Manager manages the daily operations activities in accordance with the TDOT TMC Operations Manual, protocols, and policies.

Please note: The ideal candidate will be splitting their time between two locations between Knoxville, TN 37914 and Chattanooga, TN 37416.

What you will be doing:

  • Day-to-day management of the Control Room Operations staff, scheduling and resources, including problem resolution concerning Control Room Operations
  • Ensuring effective communication with the State Project Manager, TMC Team Leads and Shift Supervisors
  • Ensuring effective as-needed communication with the Contractor's Project Manager and other management staff
  • Ensuring effective daily contact with all Contractor Shift Supervisors on a daily basis
  • Ensuring effective face-to-face communication with all Contractor TMC Technician personnel on a weekly basis. At least once per month, the Contractor shall ensure that the TMC Operations Manager communicates in-person rather than virtual, unless otherwise directed by the State
  • Participating in TIM Team meetings, TIM after-action review meetings, and ensuring appropriate interagency coordination
  • Ensuring appropriate interagency coordination with other RTMCs
  • Participating in TMC tours and presentations
  • Attending meetings as directed by the State to include Regional TIM Team meetings and others as directed.
  • Preparing monthly reports of performance measures for Technicians and Supervisors
  • Determining and using existing measures of effectiveness in terms of efficiency and effectiveness in providing transportation management, traveler information, and incident management
  • Actively collaborating in updates to TDOT TMC Operations Manual
  • Actively collaborating in the development and update of Supervisor and Technician training and certification materials to conform to updates in the TDOT TMC Operations Manual
  • Modifying training materials as necessary as a result of system and employee performance analysis
  • Overseeing the Supervisors and Technicians training and certification process
  • Ensuring adequate staff coverage of the Control Room
  • Performing all other tasks assigned by the State


What you need to be successful in this role:

  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience in the operations of a facility using employee policies and procedures, equipment, systems and software, tools, daily operations, and security and safety procedures similar to those described in the TMC Operations Manual
  • Understanding of freeway management, traffic incident management, dispatching, traveler information, and traffic engineering principles
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Incident Management operations
  • Skilled in the use of Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) applications
  • Skilled in the use of the Windows operating system
  • High-level knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Good leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Good understanding of key management concepts
  • Ability to clearly communicate technical information in layman's terms
  • Ability to work alternate work schedules and be on-call 24 hours/day
  • Ability to author technical reports, manuals, and correspondence
  • Ability to coordinate real-time activities and priorities
  • Able to always maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
  • Ability to clearly communicate technical information in layman's terms
  • Ability to coordinate real-time activities and priorities


Iteris anticipates paying a base salary between $105,000 to $125,000 for this role. Actual pay offered may be below or above these amounts, depending on the individual's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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What's in it for you:

  • Incentive-based yearly bonus
  • 401(k) with immediate matching and no vesting period
  • Open Paid-Time-Off [PTO]
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Medical reimbursement plans
  • Disability coverage
  • Education assistance program

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