ITS COMMUNICATIONS ADMINISTRATOR - 55010199

Requisition No: 861902 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: ITS COMMUNICATIONS ADMINISTRATOR - 55010199

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 55010199 

Salary:  89,003.20-104,709.54 

Posting Closing Date: 10/24/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

962 / TRAFFIC ENGINEERING & OPERATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER SERVICE

CONTACT PERSON: Marie Tucker

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (850) 410-5619

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Marie.Tucker@dot.state.fl.us

BI-WEEKLY HIRING SALARY RANGE: $3,423.20-$4,027.29

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

This position will be a non-supervisory position responsible for administering the work, contract, and budget of the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Communications Program and oversight of the ITS communications general engineering consultant's work product. Oversees the activities on a daily basis for Florida’s ITS Operations Network (FION) design, implementation and operations.  Administers the maintenance contractor of statewide telecommunications system maintenance, providing oversight of the FDOT's wireless and optical fiber communications systems. Maintains crucial communications for disaster emergency response and recovery.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

Florida Department of Transportation, Barry Building

3185 South Blair Stone Road

Tallahassee, Florida 32301

Annual Salary Range:

$89,003.20- $104,709.54

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Administers the work, contract and budget of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and oversight of the ITS communications general consultant's work product.  Oversees the activities on a daily basis in the areas of: Florida’s ITS Operations Network (FION) design, implementation and operations.  Administers the contractor of statewide telecommunications system maintenance, providing oversight of the FDOT's wireless and optical fiber communications systems.

Directs continuing projects by providing technical assistance to FDOT Districts.  Specific duties include:

• Evaluation of SICN operations and maintenance; replacement of microwave tower systems; assessment for fiber upgrade and deployment needs. 
• Guidance for network cyber security for the statewide ITS systems;
• Operations and maintenance of deployable assets (ITS trailer and communications trailer);
• Operations and maintenance of Statewide Radio Bridge (SRB) Network for land mobile radio systems; conducting statewide radio system testing.
• Administration of the FDOT LodeStar program and support associated with FDOT RowStar program.
• Support of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) during emergency operations.
• Preparation of the long-term budget needs for SICN operations and maintenance.
• Manages radio licensing for statewide assets with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Manages the ITS Facility Management (ITSFM) System and coordinates the ITSFM trainings provided to FDOT Districts. Oversees FDOT contractors work on special projects of engineering and maintenance of SICN system. Attends and presents at ITS and telecommunication related conferences and meetings.

Represents FDOT Traffic Engineering and Operations Office coordinating with the following agencies on technical communications issues:

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
• Florida Department of Management Service (DMS) telecommunication service
• State and Local Emergency Operations Centers
• Florida Division of Emergency Management (DEM)
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
• Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA
• Other Federal, State and Local agencies using FDOT Tower Systems

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of traffic engineering and ITS principles, practice and technologies:  Knowledge of wireless communications and technology and communications network topologies including fiber optic communication design and installation; Skills in effective oral and written communication; Skills in using Microsoft Office suite; Ability to interpret and apply applicable rules, regulation, policies and procedures; Ability to prioritize and manage workload to deliver project on schedule; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:

• N/A

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• N/A

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma and three years of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), telecommunications systems, information technology systems, computer network systems, wireless communications systems, contract experience, or radio technology systems experience; OR high school diploma and one year of United States military training and experience in electronics, communications, or land mobile radio systems; OR an associate’s degree in technology with emphasis on data communications, radio transmission electronics, telecommunications, or information technology and one year of contract experience; OR an associate's degree and an active International Municipal Signal Association certification in fiber optics, or an active Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification; OR a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.  If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.