Traffic Controller

Global Resource Solutions Company Limited - Arlington, VA

Full-time

Arlington, VA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Global Resource Solutions, Inc. (GRS) is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and talented individual for the position of Traffic Control (TC). The primary responsibility of the Traffic Control personnel is to safely direct pedestrians and vehicular traffic at Arlington National Cemetery (ANC). This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth flow of traffic and maintaining public safety within the cemetery grounds. Traffic Control personnel will be stationed at various positions throughout ANC during its hours of operation, and it is imperative that they remain at their designated areas of responsibility at all times until relieved by other traffic control personnel. This ensures that there is no disruption in traffic management and that safety protocols are consistently upheld. In addition to directing traffic, personnel will provide brief information or directions to visitors, ensuring that their communication does not cause traffic delays or create unnecessary public safety risks. The role requires a strong understanding of safety protocols related to vehicular and pedestrian traffic, as well as the ability to effectively communicate with the public. Traffic Control personnel must be prepared to function outdoors in all types of weather conditions, as this position is year-round and involves constant standing and walking throughout the facility, including traversing long distances, various hills, grades, and different types of terrain. This position offers an exciting and rewarding career opportunity with GRS, a management consulting company that provides services to government and business sectors. GRS is committed to offering great career opportunities and a comprehensive slate of employee benefits to its employees, including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, life insurance, and a retirement plan. GRS is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities

• Perform visitor traffic control at various positions throughout Arlington National Cemetery during its hours of operation.
• Remain at designated area of responsibility at all times until relieved by other traffic control personnel.
• Provide brief information or directions to visitors to avoid traffic delays and ensure public safety.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of work experience involving vehicle/pedestrian traffic operations.
• Understanding of safety protocols regarding vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Ability to walk throughout the entire facility and stand constantly, including long distances and various terrains.
• Must be able to function outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
• Possess required state motor vehicle licenses or certifications for operating equipment and vehicles.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan