Associate Traffic Engineer

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Associate Traffic Engineer to fill one (1) vacancy in the Traffic Engineering Division of the Public Works Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The ideal candidate will provide traffic engineering services for the design and implementation of traffic signal timing operation improvement projects including day-to-day signal timing deployment, management of the Traffic Management Center (TMC), signal synchronization projects, signal turn-on support, compliance to industry standards, supporting the Traffic Signal Shop and perform field work as necessary. Additionally, the selected individual will work on preparation of traffic signal design plans, improved signal timings plans, prepare annual signal timing reports, and assist with maintenance of traffic signals and appurtenances. This individual will also provide oversight of current citywide projects including administration of a new Central Master System (CMS), installation of new traffic signal controllers, implementation of Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) phasing, connecting all traffic signal systems online, and oversight on the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Master Plan Project. This position will respond to public complaints concerning engineering problems, provide Traffic Management Center (TMC) Tours, and have an opportunity to present the annual signal operations update to the Transportation Board. The position entails working indoors and outdoors and occasional evenings and weekends. The City of Riverside Public Works Department is responsible for managing over 415 traffic signal systems and communications systems.
The Associate Traffic Engineer performs lead and professional traffic engineering work in the design, investigation, and construction of traffic management and transportation projects.
***Position requires occasional nights, weekends, and holidays*** Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan and perform traffic engineering work professionally and accurately; participate in and complete special projects requiring advanced engineering and technical ability.
• Update, edit, and manage written directives for the department and for use by other employees; develop, implement, and facilitate technical and administrative policies and procedures that impact
  traffic engineering and construction activities
• Research, investigate, and discover activities pertaining to new and failed materials, engineering, and construction practices; provide recommendations and expertise regarding faulty materials and potential solutions.
• Maintain, create, and submit reports relating to economic, loading, load flow, and project justification; provide succinct project and material metrics; determine traffic engineering initiatives that remain critical and provided knowledge to solve.
• Develop, coordinate, and assist in with traffic engineering activities and management of large engineering projects; assist in the identification of special problems which have an important effect on other significant utility projects.
• Provide background information and documentation for management consideration on major projects and technical matters involving engineering theories, concepts, and principles.
• Make sound decisions independently on minor technical problems and methods related to the work being performed; monitor and oversee safety adherence and compliance.
• Act as a lead or senior engineer and provide direction, oversight, and training for other engineering personnel of limited experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education: A Bachelor's degree in civil, traffic, or in a closely related engineering field from an accredited college or university. A professional engineers license is highly desirable.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing professional traffic engineering work.

Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate, valid class C California Motor Vehicle Operators License.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an Accredited ABET college or university
• Possession of a Certificate as a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) or a Traffic Engineer License or a Professional Engineers license
• Possession of an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) certificate in operations and design
• Minimum two (2) years' experience with traffic signal timing operations and using McCain traffic signal controllers
• Minimum two (2) years experience with Synchro
• Minimum two (2) years' experience of design and drafting using the latest version of AutoCAD including preparation of signing and striping plans and traffic signal plans
• Ability to independently implement traffic signal timing changes in the traffic signal controller or Central Management System to address resident and elected official requests, signal synchronization, time of day plans, phasing adjustments, including deployment of special features such as Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI), rest in red phasing, compliance to state standards, etc.
• Ability to configure CCTV cameras and video detection systems
• Knowledge of traffic signal design, operations, and other traffic engineering industry standard practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Work is done inside and outside in the field with exposure to inclement weather, traffic, and other hazards including electrical wires, components, and parts. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.