DATA VISUALIZATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 4 - 06022026-77970

Job Information

LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

These positions are in the Planning Division - Forecasting and Visualization - Data Visualization Section.

For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/hr/Planning-Division-Forecasting-and-Visualization-Section-Data-Visualization-Engineering-Technicia.pdf

These positions have a starting salary of $4,969 monthly/$59,628 annually.

These positions have a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Education equivalent to graduation from high school and four (4) years of relevant transportation operations experience and completion of the Engineering Technician Proficiency Program levels I through III

OR

Education equivalent to graduation from high school and four (4) years of relevant transportation operations experience including at least one (1) year of experience with leading crews or teams on assignments and/or training employees, including effective communication through active listening, and providing verbal and written instructions

Substitution of Education for Experience:

An associate degree in a related field of study may substitute for 2 years of experience in the related field as outlined in the position description.

Relevant transportation operations experience should be full-time work in a combination of the following areas:

• Transportation-related construction and quality control inspections

• Materials and testing

• Surveying

• Transportation project operations and documentation

• Transportation Systems Management and Operation (i.e., Freeway, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), EMS, Freight, TIMs, Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) systems, and Active Transportation and Demand Management)

Necessary Special Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid to operate vehicles in the State of Tennessee

• Some positions within this classification may require candidates to possess and maintain, or obtain at their own expense and within 11 months of hire or promotion to this classification, a Class A Commercial Driver's License with an N endorsement without a Code O restriction (Code 52 restriction is allowable) that is valid in the State of Tennessee.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for commercial driver and safety impact positions. Commercial drivers and safety impact employees will be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing during employment.

• Incorporating overtime, weekends, and night shifts into their schedules as work schedules dictate, including on-call rotation

• Extended durations outdoors in extreme weather conditions

• Working in and around construction and vehicular traffic

• Walking on uneven terrain

• Climbing ladders and construction scaffolding

• Carrying equipment and samples in excess of 25 pounds

• Driving long distances are required as part of daily duties

• Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn

Overview

The Data Visualization Engineering Technician 4 serves as a senior-level technical contributor based in headquarters within the Forecasting and Visualization Section of TDOT's Planning Division. This position supports the design, development, presentation, and maintenance of interactive dashboards, maps, and data visualizations products that empower data-informed decision-making across TDOT. This position reports to the Data Visualization Team Lead.

The Data Visualization Engineering Technician 4 collaborates with planners, analysts, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) specialists, data engineers and other technical teams to produce and present accurate, accessible, and user-centered visualization products. These products enhance TDOT's data storytelling, performance reporting, and public engagement efforts. Key tools used in this role include Power BI, ESRI ArcGIS Online, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, and related visualization and analytics platforms.

In addition to visualization development, this position assists in maintaining reusable visualization templates and documentation, applying accessibility and usability standards, and providing informal training and troubleshooting support. The technician is expected to contribute to continuous improvement in visualization practices by identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and consistency across the department.

Responsibilities

Develop, present, and maintain dashboards, web maps, and interactive visualization that present transportation data and forecasting model outputs using tools such as Power BI, ESRI ArcGIS Online, and ESRI ArcGIS Pro.

Collaborate with data engineers, GIS staff, and planning analysts to integrate reliable, well-structured datasets into visualization platforms. Monitor data quality issues, troubleshoot visualization performance concerns, and ensure data accuracy across published content.

Apply industry and department standards and best practices for usability, accessibility, and visual clarity to support communication with diverse audiences. Assist in developing and maintaining standardized templates, style guides, and reusable visualization components to ensure consistent quality across TDOT products and publications.

Optimize the speed and scalability of dashboards, particularly when working with large or complex datasets, ensuring smooth performance and usability.

Translate stakeholder needs into clear and actionable visual formats and iterate designs based on testing and feedback.

Assist in developing and maintaining standardized templates, color palettes, and layout styles to promote consistency across TDOT visual products.

Support the department's self-service business intelligence initiatives by preparing curated datasets, clear documentation, and training materials that empower internal users.

Maintain version control, metadata, and internal documentation for all published dashboards and visualization workflows to ensure accuracy and traceability.

Contribute to data governance efforts by ensuring visualizations follow established policies for security, accessibility, and public transparency.

Monitor emerging tools, libraries, and techniques in data visualization and recommend enhancements or improvements to existing systems and practices.

Competencies (KSA's)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies

• Knowledgeable of the Tennessee Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Knowledgeable in transportation operations safety procedures
• Knowledgeable in administering contracts
• Skilled in report and form writing
• Skilled in applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
• Skilled in the use of light and heavy equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively using both verbal and written instructions
• Ability to use computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Ability to recognize and take precaution for potential hazards
• Ability to lead teams - maintaining effective work relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Ability to provide tailored instruction and teaching methods that accommodate the differing learning styles of others
• Ability to analyze a process and offer actionable feedback on how to improve the process for effectiveness, quality, and efficiency
• Ability to use objective thinking, focus on relevant details, and weigh the outcomes of different options to make decisions in resolving issues.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from a variety of formats including statutes, policies, procedures, specifications, and construction drawings
• Knowledge and ability in reviewing and enforcing traffic control and work zone traffic safety plans
• Knowledge and ability in reviewing and enforcing compliance of work site safety plans for field and laboratory facilities