Superintendent Traffic Signal Installation - Department of Transportation

Mayor and City Council of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Job summary

City of Baltimore is seeking a Superintendent of Traffic Signal Installation to lead the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical traffic control devices and related equipment. You will direct installation and maintenance teams and coordinate with public utilities and agencies to ensure reliable signal systems.

This role requires an associate degree, five years of relevant experience with two years in lead responsibilities, and a valid Maryland driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Education: An associate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Five years of experience in the maintenance and installation of traffic signal devices, traffic engineering or traffic investigation work including two years of lead responsibilities such as assigning, reviewing and approving the work of others.
• Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience; non-specialized experience cannot substitute for the required special experience.
• Licenses: Valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or equivalent and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.

Responsibilities

• Direct the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical traffic control devices and related equipment.
• Direct the activities of installation and maintenance work units.
• Work under general supervision and in a standard office setting with exposure to outdoor sites and traffic hazards.

Skills

Traffic control devices

Electrical construction

Traffic signal systems

Administrative ability

Budget proposals

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Salary Range: $76,299.00 - $125,078.00 Annually

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Job Summary:

A Superintendent of Traffic Signal Installation directs the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical traffic control devices and related equipment. Work of this class involves directing the activities of installation and maintenance work units. Incumbents receive general supervision from an administrative superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek; subject to callback for emergency situations. Work is performed primarily in an office setting, where there are few uncomfortable working conditions; however, inclement weather and traffic hazards may be encountered at outdoor work sites. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:

• On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
• Education: Have an associate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Have five years of experience in the maintenance and installation of traffic signal devices, traffic engineering or traffic investigation work including two years of such lead responsibilities as assigning, reviewing and approving the work of others.
• Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Non-specialized experience or education may not be substituted for the required special experience.
• Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of traffic control devices and systems.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical construction and steel pole installation.
• Knowledge of the problems and conditions that affect a municipal traffic signal system and its operation.
• Administrative ability.
• Ability to write equipment and material specifications.
• Ability to maintain effective liaison with public utilities, City, State and Federal agencies, community organizations and the general public.
• Ability to develop and execute long and short range programs and policies for a major City operation.
• Ability to maintain records, prepare reports and compile budget proposals.

Additional Information

• Background Check: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
• Probation: All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.
• Eligibility: Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
• Education Accreditation: Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
• Selection Process: All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
• Examination Process: Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
• Financial Disclosure: This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

In the City of Baltimore we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations.

If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more? Explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!