This position develops and revises new and existing intelligent transportation system(s) (ITS). Performs highly responsible technical work including the analysis, design and implementation of automated traffic management systems. May be responsible for administering information resources and telecommunication hardware/software located within an Intelligent Transportation Operations Center. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Essential Duties:May serve as project leader.Analyzes, researches and recommends hardware and software needs. including assessing resources utilization and justificationCoordinates project schedule for the installation, Implementation and upgrade of systems. Develops ITS which includes writing design documentation and methods, preparing work diagrams and data flow charts, evaluating systems hardware and hardware, analyzing user requirements, testing software and performing field tests.Keeps abreast of new technology to improve current and projected systems.Prepares and monitors budget. Provides technical direction in the analysis and design of ITS.Researches. evaluates and recommends vendor supplied software and hardware. Reviews traffic management plans and inspects project sites to ensure compliance with system requirements.Writes or revises specifications, amendments, and contract provisions related. to ITS.