Senior Traffic Engineer or Engineer

Engineer

$58.30 - $70.86/hour

Steps 1 - 5

OR

Senior Traffic Engineer

$64.35 - $78.22/hour

Steps 1 - 5

This Engineer position performs a variety of professional civil and traffic engineering projects relating to the planning, designing, operation, construction, and maintenance of the Citys transportation system; checks engineering plans, estimates, reports, and specifications for a wide variety of civil and private development projects; acts as a project manager on major traffic related capital projects; maintains engineering records and maps; performs other related duties as required.

The Senior Traffic Engineer position is responsible for performing the most complex design plan review and construction management of traffic and transportation projects and providing supervisory oversight to other engineers. Incumbents perform complex professional traffic engineering assignments requiring considerable knowledge of various aspects of civil and traffic engineering, including transportation system construction, traffic congestion management, transportation design, and traffic control systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engineer:

Independently performs a variety of complex traffic and transportation engineering functions related to traffic safety, circulation, neighborhood traffic, and traffic signals; coordinates work with City staff and outside agencies to address traffic issues

Develops and reviews traffic engineering plans and specifications, including, but not limited to, traffic signal, signing and striping, traffic control, and special event traffic management plans

Responds to, investigates, and resolves difficult traffic engineering inquiries, requests, and complaints, including performing traffic studies in the field

May supervise, train, develop, and mentor employees; evaluates performance and resolves employee performance issues

Assists in preparing and presenting information at City and community meetings

Assists in developing and implementing traffic signal timing and coordination plans; operates the Citys Traffic Signal Operation Center to address traffic congestion and safety issues

Serves as lead project manager over traffic and transportation construction projects; supervises the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for transportation improvements and management of construction contracts

Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community-based organizations, other agencies, City management and staff, and the public

Evaluates traffic impact and parking needs for land use and development plans

Performs other duties as assigned

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Senior Traffic Engineer:

In addition to the to the job duties and responsibilities listed for the Engineer, this level:

Supervises assigned employees within the Traffic and Transportation Planning division; establishes goals and professional development opportunities for employees; trains, develops and mentors employees; evaluates performance and resolves employee performance issues

Conducts complex transportation planning studies and analyses; recommends and implements long-range planning strategies to complex transportation planning issues; ensures compliance with the General Plan, Circulation Element, Unified Development Code, City policies, and Federal, State and local laws

Reviews applications for planned developments, tentative tract and parcel maps, zone changes, and conditional use permits; establishes conditions for project approval by analyzing projects with respect to relevant city policies, ordinances and regulations; reviews final working drawings to ensure compliance with approved projects and conditions

Assists in the development of policies and procedures for the Traffic and Transportation Planning division; assists in developing short- and long-term program goals; recommends programs and projects to meet these goals

Coordinates and participates in the resolution of major traffic engineering issues; including the preparation of verbal presentations and technical reports on traffic engineering issues; responds to interrogations in cases involving the Citys Traffic System; interfaces with other agencies, including Los Angeles County, Caltrans, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and others on traffic-related issues

Attends and organizes and presents information at City and community meetings

Interprets engineering standards, codes, and regulations; explains required traffic and transportation construction requirements, and construction and mitigation methods to owners, architects, engineers, developers, and contractors; coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies

Prepares and reviews traffic impact and circulation studies, parking studies, school-related circulation studies, and traffic safety studies; prepares and reviews traffic signal plans, sign/striping plans, detour plans, specifications, cost estimates, and environmental issues

Facilitates and leads discussions and presentations with City staff, developers, property owners, community groups, Planning Commission, and City Council on transportation planning projects and issues

Serves as lead project manager over the most complex traffic and transportation construction projects; supervises the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates for transportation improvements and manages of construction contracts

Engineer

Bachelors degree in Traffic, Transportation, Civil Engineering, or a related field

Four years of progressively responsible, professional experience in traffic and transportation engineering or related experience

Traffic engineering design experience in traffic signal, signing and striping, and traffic control is highly desirable

Supervisory or lead experience is highly desirable

Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Traffic Engineer or Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers

A valid Class C California driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related functions

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary will be considered

Senior Traffic Engineer

Bachelors Degree in Traffic, Transportation, Civil Engineering, or related field

Seven years of progressively responsible, professional experience in traffic engineering

Two years of supervisory experience, including directing the work of others involved in involved in traffic engineering activities

Possession of a valid certificate as a Civil Engineer or Traffic Engineer issued by the State of California

A valid Class C California driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related functions

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary will be considered

Advanced knowledge of traffic and transportation standard practices and engineering regulations and the ability to ensure compliance with City, state, and federal codes and laws

Strong leadership skills and the ability to supervise, mentor, and evaluate employees including the ability to provide constructive feedback, resolve difficult employee relations issues, and enhance teamwork

Understanding of City, department, and division goals and objectives and the ability to assist in the development, recommendation, and implementation of programs and processes to further these goals

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to be a team player, promote a good working environment, build good relationships with others, and work toward the common goal of the City

Strong analytical skills and the ability to analyze engineering-related problems, be an innovative and strategic thinker, identify effective solutions, make sound decisions, and implement changes

Understanding of City, department, and division goals and objectives, and the ability to assist in the implementation of programs and processes to further these goals

Strong project management skills and the ability to oversee and manage multiple projects simultaneously, be sensitive to deadlines and changing priorities, develop project cost estimates, work within the constraints of the budget, and monitor contracts

Understanding of traffic engineering plans and the ability to develop and review these plans

Understanding of traffic signal timing, operation, and maintenance

Understanding of the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), the Traffic Operation Center (TOC), and signal maintenance procedures

Understanding of community traffic issues and the required efforts to address these issues

Understanding of Traffic Impact Studies and Environmental Impact Reports

Strong computer skills and knowledge of and the ability to use AutoCad to prepare traffic plans and diagrams

Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly convey technical engineering concepts to non-engineers and make effective presentations to groups including City Council and the Leadership Team

Strong written communication skills and the ability to prepare responsive letters, memos, and technical reports on a variety of traffic issues

Ability to take initiative and work both autonomously and within collaborative teams

Ability to demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism

Strong customer service skills and the ability to provide exceptional customer service, including the ability to effectively resolve complex and politically sensitive issues

Ability to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds

This position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will be on Monday, July 28, 2025.

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of regular employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States, successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. All new employees are required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment. Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation will be accepted. As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency. Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

Compensation includes enrollment in California Public Employees Retirement System as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package. All appointments are made at step 1 of the salary range unless otherwise authorized by the City Manager.