POSITION TITLE: Intern, Traffic Operations (Hourly)
REQUISITION #: req8175
DEPARTMENT: Traffic
LOCATION: TRAFFIC OPERATIONS FAC
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Variable Hourly View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time Hourly
HOURLY RATE: $16.00 - 20.00 per hour (based on relevant experience)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3: 00 p.m. MT on 8/12/2025.

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SUMMARY: Under the direction of City Traffic and Operations engineers and/or staff, conducts field studies, completes data collection and research, and performs analysis and evaluation to determine traffic volume, turning movements, speed, travel times, effectiveness of signal and other factors influencing traffic conditions. This includes data review and summarization, technical support and other activities related to the work in the Traffic Operations Department.

Work hours are flexible based on school schedule, with typical work hours being 10-15 hours per week during the semester, and full-time during the summer. Maximum of 1560 hours annually.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Completes data collection including intersection turning movement counts, daily traffic volumes, video data etc. to evaluate the operation and effectiveness of the transportation system for all modes of travel.
• Reviews and compiles collected data as needed for various studies. For example, this includes review, compilation and summarization of video data for pedestrian studies.
• Evaluates intersection sight distance, sight triangles for tree planting, fence installations, signs and landscaping.
• Participates as a team member on various traffic-related projects and assists with special projects as assigned.
• May provide support efforts for signing, pavement markings and traffic control.
• May creates maps in GIS as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the necessary functions of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of and/or interest in traffic engineering concepts.
• Ability to use the following software packages: Word processing and data entry skills, create and maintain Access databases, utilize GIS mapping using Arc View, create complex Excel spreadsheets.
• Ability to operate, place, maintain, and repair electronic traffic counting equipment.
• Able to work in the field in placing video cameras, completing counts, etc.
• Ability to work in live traffic.
• Knowledge of the City's transportation system
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills
• Basic math and statistical analysis skills.
• Willingness to learn about and utilize the manuals such as: FHWA Guidelines; MUTCD, City Traffic materials, policies, and guidelines; City Code; Larimer County Urban Area Street Standards; Fort Collins Traffic Code; Work Area Traffic Control Manual; City of Fort Collins Streets Standards; AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design; interpret plans and technical drawings, including intersection and roadway design.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Current engineering student at the collegiate level or recent graduate. Preferred junior or senior level student in the civil engineering or related field.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, understanding operating and maintenance instructions, design drawings and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to English speak effectively.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to collect data, define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to live traffic, moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use:
Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and, in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

POST OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.SUMMARY: Under the direction of City Traffic and Operations engineers and/or staff, conducts field studies, completes data collection and research, and performs analysis and evaluation to determine traffic volume, turning movements, speed, travel times, effectiveness of signal and other factors influencing traffic conditions. This includes data review and summarization, technical support and other activities related to the work in the Traffic Operations Department.
Work hours are flexible based on school schedule, with typical work hours being 10-15 hours per week during the semester, and full-time during the summer. Maximum of 1560 hours annually.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Completes data collection including intersection turning movement counts, daily traffic volumes, video data etc. to evaluate the operation and effectiveness of the transportation system for all modes of travel. Reviews and compiles collected data as needed for various studies. For example, this includes review, compilation and summarization of video data for pedestrian studies. Evaluates intersection sight distance, sight triangles for tree planting, fence installations, signs and landscaping. Participates as a team member on various traffic-related projects and assists with special projects as assigned. May provide support efforts for signing, pavement markings and traffic control. May creates maps in GIS as needed. Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.