The City of Spokane is hiring a Senior Traffic Operations Engineer to focus on signal timing, design of traffic control devices, geometric design, traffic control plans, and project plan reviews. This engineer will be City of Spokane's representative on the Spokane Regional Transportation Management Center's (SRTMC) Operating Board.

EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Traffic Signal Operations and Timings - Optimizes traffic computer systems and resolves malfunctions and programming errors. Supervises and coordinates with Street Department Traffic Engineering staff for the collection of turning movement volumes. investigates citizen inquiries and directs signal maintenance technicians to adjust the signal operations.
• Projects and Agency Coordination - Coordinates with internal and external staff to adjust signal timings during construction projects and special events. Maintains as-built signal drawings and volume data through coordination with signal techs.
• Design & Policy Review - Reviews signal designs, ITS designs, and intersection geometry for operational concerns and adherence to COS and regional standards. Develops COS policy for signal and ITS components such as emergency vehicle preemption and radar speed signs. Designs and directs special traffic studies, including capacity analysis, traffic count inventories, and related traffic problems. Reviews plans, specifications, and estimates for traffic signal systems, illumination, signing and striping, and traffic control. Provides developers with existing signal parameters and develops future standard parameters to be used in development analysis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(Open-entry applicants must meet all requirements when they apply.)

• Education: Must possess a valid certificate of registration as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering or Traffic Engineering; AND
• Experience: Four years of experience in Traffic Engineering at the Professional level. For ITS/Signal Operations Engineer positions, at least two of the four years of experience must be in the ITS/Signal Operations area.
• License: Applicants with PE certificates from other states must obtain Washington State certification within six months of appointment. All applicants must possess a valid driver's license.
• Substitution: A Master's Degree in Transportation or Traffic Engineering may be substituted for one year of the non-ITS/Signal Operation experience requirement.

BENEFIT COMPENSATION VALUE

• In addition to a salary, The City of Spokane provides a generous benefits package valued between $31,097 - $38,667.

Please click "apply" to view the Civil Service examination details on the official job posting.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• AFLAC
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions.

About City of Spokane

City of Spokane has an innovative, professional and diverse workforce that is continuously working to serve our community. Full-time, Classified positions are covered by the Civil Service system, which means that applicants are determined to be qualified based on their ability to do the job and their job-related qualifications. The hiring process for these positions involves competitive testing to ensure non-merit factors (anything other than ability/qualifications) are avoided. This process is in place to keep city jobs open to anyone and to help ensure that the City has a qualified workforce. The Spokane community is nestled in the stunning Inland Pacific Northwest and known for its natural beauty, entertainment, award winning K-12 schools and world class colleges and universities. Spokane’s vibrant downtown core features a rich food scene, and a plethora of breweries and wineries! Spokane has all the perks of a big City but without many of the big city inconveniences. With four distinct seasons, the outdoor actives are limitless! There are 76 lakes within 50 miles of Spokane and 5 ski resorts within 2 hours of the City! We have 86 parks and 7 public golf courses as well as... 12 conservation areas within 10 miles of downtown. With an average commute time of 19 minutes, Spokane locals spend less time commuting and more time living our lives. Our community is comprised of 29 unique neighborhoods, Spokane is truly one of the most beautiful cities in the country and a great place to live and play!

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