Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $45,456.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
Job Description
The City of Chicago's Office of Emergency Management and Communications, specifically the Traffic Management Authority (TMA), is currently seeking candidates for the position of Traffic Control Aide. This is a salaried role designed to support traffic and crowd management across various busy locations including Midway and O'Hare International Airports. The Office of Emergency Management and Communications plays a crucial role in coordinating public safety and emergency responses throughout Chicago, ensuring the well-being of residents and visitors through efficient operational strategies. The Traffic Management Authority is tasked with overseeing traffic flow, managing special events, and maintaining public safety on city streets... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid State of Illinois driver's license
- Willingness and ability to perform the duties of the job
- Must be at least 19 years of age at the application closing date
- Successful completion of a job training program required after hire
- Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds
- Availability to work rotating shifts including overnight hours
- Ability to work anywhere in the City of Chicago whenever events are scheduled
Job Qualifications
- Willingness and ability to perform the duties of the job
- A valid State of Illinois driver's license
- Successful completion of a job training program post-hire
- Must be at least 19 years of age
- Ability to communicate effectively with the public
- Physical ability to perform lifting of up to 20 pounds
- Availability to work rotating shifts including some overnight hours
- Familiarity with traffic control procedures preferred
Job Duties
- Directs and controls the flow of traffic to ensure the safety of pedestrians crossing at intersections
- Performs special traffic control assignments at parades, Chicago airports, and special events to assist in crowd control and to ensure the safe crossing of pedestrians and efficient vehicle flow
- Issues traffic citations for violations of the City's traffic laws
- Prepares reports to document accidents or atypical incidents occurring during assigned shift
- Assists disabled and elderly pedestrians across intersections as required
- Answers inquiries and gives geographic directions to the public
- Sets up and retrieves traffic cones and barricades for traffic and crowd control
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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