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Traffic Operations Center Assistant Traffic Specialist
AtkinsRéalis
- Hours
- Full time
- Where
- US.NC.Asheville.11 Old Charlotte Hwy
- Posted
- Sep 2
We are seeking a Traffic Operations Center Assistant Traffic Specialist to join our Mountain Regional Traffic Management Center (TMC) in Asheville, NC. This role will provide technical support for their TMC which is responsible for managing traffic congestion on roadways throughout Western NC responding to planned and unplanned traffic incidents including road work, vehicle crashes, and major adverse weather. TMC staff use an array of technologies to monitor and detect traffic incidents, to prevent and resolve traffic impacts, and to interface with emergency responders and the traveling public. The TMC is a communications hub and emergency response facility.
What you'd do
- Analyze planned/unplanned events, traffic data, road geometrics, construction plans, and other inputs to understand and plan for traffic impacts and mitigation strategies.
- Develop and maintain response plans and other resources to support TOC staff’s ability to respond to planned/unplanned traffic events effectively.
- Deliver comprehensive and accurate reports to help communicate and track various performance levels and roadway trends.
- Perform regular quality assurance activities to support the TOC’s overall quality assurance program.
- Provide recommendations to internal/external stakeholders on technology requirements, traffic routing strategies, and incident/event response measures.
- Interface with major construction project stakeholders and provide regular support related to the management and operations of major work zones.
- Develop traveler information – including messaging for NCDOT’s electronic message boards – to effectively influence motorists’ driving behavior.
- Perform regular tests on various devices and systems to support consistent functionality of essential resources.
- Provide direct, real-time support for major incidents/events as needed to include implementation of tasks typically associated with TOC control room staff.
- Complete other duties and tasks as directed by the Traffic Specialist or other leadership staff.
About AtkinsRéalis
Rewards & benefits At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short-…
- Starts
- 2026-08-31