Traffic Control Safety Lead

City of Orlando; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Orlando seeks a Traffic Control Safety Lead to oversee street and lane closures during special events. You will coordinate crews, implement plans, and serve as the primary contact for operations and safety.

Shifts vary and mostly occur evenings, weekends, and holidays. The role requires walking and standing for long periods, with a focus on safety and professional interaction with law enforcement and the public.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required; MOT/TTC within 3 months preferred.
• Experience in work zone traffic control is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime on short notice.
• Must be safety conscious and able to operate in street environments.
• Must have or obtain Florida MOT/TTC certification within 3 months.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, monitoring, and removal of temporary traffic control devices according to plans.
• Direct event traffic staff and maintain device placement throughout events.
• Act as primary contact between staff, law enforcement, and supervisors.
• Monitor conditions and staff performance; escalate and adjust as needed.
• Provide training and guidance to new staff; ensure safety compliance.
• Document activities and incidents for review by supervisors.
• Develop MOT plans quickly in response to incidents.
• Ensure MOT devices are removed and signals returned to normal after shifts.

Skills

Safety awareness

Endurance

Flexible hours

Physical stamina

Steel-toe footwear

Lifting 40 lbs

Driver's license

Urban traffic control experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Traffic Control Safety Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating street and lane closures, as well as other temporary traffic control operations, during special events. This position ensures that assigned teams properly implement event traffic control plans and that safety and operational standards are maintained. The lead is expected to exercise independent judgment, provide direction to event traffic staff, and serve as the primary point of contact during active operations.

Salary

$19 Hourly

Locations

Work locations include assigned areas citywide, with most operations occurring around major special event facilities in downtown Orlando.

Schedule

Work schedules vary depending on event calendars, staffing needs, and department priorities. Work shifts primarily occur during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Most shifts begin around 2:00 p.m., with end times typically ranging from 10:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., depending on the event.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, monitoring, and removal of temporary traffic control devices (cones, barricades, static and/or electronic signs) in accordance with established traffic control plans.
• Assign and direct event traffic staff to designated locations; ensure proper placement and maintenance of traffic control devices throughout the event.
• Serve as the primary communication point between traffic staff, law enforcement, and Special Events & Traffic Safety Division supervisors during event operations.
• Monitor traffic conditions and staff performance, escalating issues and recommending adjustments as needed.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to new or less experienced traffic staff.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards and city requirements while maintaining a courteous and professional demeanor when interacting with staff, law enforcement, and the public.
• Document operational activities, incidents, or staffing issues for review by Special Events & Traffic Safety Division supervisors.
• Quickly and safely develop and implement diversion Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans in response to accidents, police activity, or other incidents.
• Verify that all MOT devices have been removed from the roadway, portable changeable message signs Portable Changeable Message Boards are removed or blanked, and traffic signals are returned to normal operation before going off duty.
• Assign, direct, and follow up with City staff or MOT contractors to ensure proper implementation of traffic control plans Traffic Control Plan.
• Activate and deactivate Event Management Center (EMC) operations in accordance with established procedures and event requirements.
• Monitor real-time traffic conditions through camera surveillance systems to identify issues and support efficient traffic flow.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with the Traffic Management Center (TMC), law enforcement (OPD), and field personnel using two-way radio systems.
• Participate in pre-event planning meetings to review operational plans, roles, and coordination strategies.
• Ensure all activities and responses align with approved traffic and event management plans.
• Accurately document all event-related activities, incidents, and communications in the official event log.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent. Experience in Work Zone Traffic Control preferred. Florida Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) or Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) certification preferred.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions and in inclement weather.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends and overtime on short notice.
• Must be safety conscious as work is performed in the streets.
• Requires ability to work in a fast-paced environment for one hour or more without breaks.
• Must have steel toe shoes/boots.
• Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds.
• Florida Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) or Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Valid Florida driver license required.

Eligibility / Compliance

Applicants must be US citizens or have legal immigration status. Applicants must be able to provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. Applicants are required to pass a background check, including a criminal history check, a drug screen, and a verification of driving credentials. The City of Orlando participates in E-Verify. For more information, including your rights, click here.

Contract Details

This IS A PART_TIME_POSITION WITH NO GUARANTEE OF A CERTAIN NUMBER OF HOURS AND NO BENEFITS.

This POSITION INVOLVES WORKING ON A TEMP/SEASONAL CONTRACT WHICH CAN BE RENEWED ANNUALLY BASED ON PERFORMANCE AND BUSINESS NEEDE.

Other Information

To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description.

If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree; Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.

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