Job Title: Computer Operator Employment Type: Contract Work Hours: 40 hrs./week Work site: 100% Onsite Location: 50 Wolf Road, Albany NY 12232 Job Duration: 2 Years Closing: 05/01/2024.Minimum Education:
- Associate's Degree preferred.
Work Experience:
- No specific minimum requirement; extensive training and on-the-job learning provided.
Job Duties:
- Analyze and review incoming traffic count data for completeness and accuracy.
- Assess validity of results based on historical and nearby traffic data patterns.
- Use the Traffic Monitoring Bureau's Drakewell software in the review of traffic count data.
- Use software such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google Maps/Earth, GIS, WinZip.
- Make independent decisions about the quality of data received from traffic count contractors.
- Work in a team environment where effective communication is critical.
- Use Email and Windows Explorer for continual file management.
- Keep meticulous records, both written and computer based.
- Prepare letters/tables for communications with traffic count contractors regarding Acceptance/Rejection of traffic data.
- Deal with challenges presented by traffic count contractors over rejected traffic data leading to reduced payment.
- Perform database management, data entry, and other activities as trained and assigned.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping abilities.
- Ability to make independent judgments based on data analysis.
Misc. Information:
- Department/Division: Traffic Monitoring Section, Highway Data Services Bureau.
- Work Shift Hours: Typically 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; alternative shifts negotiable (e.g., 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM).
- State-Issued ID: Employees pay $10 for a state-issued ID, reimbursed by the contractor.
- Work Location: Free parking available on-site; accessible by public transportation (near Colonie Center Mall, Wolf Road, Colonie).
- Interview will be conducted in person or online based on the availability.
- Training: Training will be provided.
The Nexus Staff Difference:
- Our outstanding healthcare coverage, including dental and vision, begins in just 30 days after you join us.
- We offer weekly payments via ACH (Automated Clearing House).
- Serving as Prime Vendors to New York State and New York City for over 10 years.