Speed Camera Operator / Law Enforcement / Security

American Traffic Solutions, Inc. ("ATS") is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based technology and services company offering business solutions to support the growing worldwide requirements of our customers in the traffic and transportation management industry.  www.atsol.com

Speed Camera System Operator

 Core Duties and Responsibilities

This position will work in the Operations Group.The individual will operate a Speed Camera Van within the guidelines of the Contract and Phoenix Police Department Program Manager.  The Speed Camera Operator will deploy the enforcement van at sites chosen by the Phoenix Police.  At the assigned site the Operator will set the equipment up per operating guidelines, test the equipment and monitor the equipment and traffic throughout the deployment.The Operator will be required to testify in court that the equipment was setup, tested and operating properly and the recorded violation is accurate and prosecutable.The Operator will have direct contact with the Phoenix Police Department Manager. As such must present a professional attitude and appearance.

Secondary Functions and duties:During non school calendar periods, the Operators may be assigned to other functions including but not limited to violation processing, coordination of van maintenance, coordination of equipment maintenance, and certification, and attend annual refresher training.Perform required daily/weekly cleaning of van and equipment to maintain acceptable appearance.

Required Skill SetsQuality Control: Detail orientation is a key requirement of this position.  The Operator must continually monitor the system to verify that the equipment is working properly according to the operators training and is capturing images of highest quality.Training: initial, follow on and annual training will be provided.Customer Service:  The Operator will be required to interact in a professional manner with police clients, school administrators, school staff and crossing guards.Visual and Oral Presentation Skills:  The Operator will be required to testify in Court on violations that are challenged by the violator. As such, will be required to thoroughly understand system operations, capabilities, and basic limitations.Trouble Shooting Ability – The Operator will be required to conduct first level trouble shooting functions if the equipment detects faults.

Desired Skill Sets

A basic understanding of computer usage and cameras and photography is desired, including an ability to determine focal points, camera focus adjustments and strobe unit directionality per training guidelines.

Performance Measurements

Performance will be based on, but not limited to:Issuance rates – The percentage of violations issued compared to total violations recorded.Client feedback - The Phoenix Police Department will provide continual feedback on the performance of the incumbent relating to following assigned deployment schedules, interactions with school representatives and court room performance.Ability to identify and correct minor anomalies.Interpersonal skills – Communicates as a team member among ATS staff members.Recommended and adopted suggestions for improvements.

Time Commitment

This is qualified as a “part time” position that is paid hourly and with no health or other company benefits.  The person will be required to work 2 or 3 ten (10) hour shifts per week.