Traffic Control Supervisor - Burbank, CA

LAZ Parking; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

LAZ Parking in Burbank, CA is seeking a part-time Traffic Control Supervisor. You will direct and manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic in designated areas, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends and after 5 p.m.

Responsibilities include developing shift schedules, designing and delivering training programs, and ensuring compliance with city guidelines and safety standards. Strong communication, quick decision making, and the ability to work independently or with a team are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of traffic control directing traffic and pedestrians.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Must pass background and motor vehicle report (MVR) check.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic in designated areas across the City of Burbank.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain traffic control officer shift schedules based on City assignments and operational needs.
• Design and deliver traffic control training programs to ensure staff are properly trained and compliant with safety standards.
• Perform duties independently or collaboratively as part of a team, reporting to a designated supervisor.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and instructions to effectively carry out job responsibilities.

Skills

Traffic control

Supervisory experience

Communication

Decision making

MS Office

Radio operations

Safety awareness

English language

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

2-way radios

Job description

The Traffic Control Supervisor is responsible for safely directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout assigned areas

in the City of Burbank. This role supports public safety and efficient traffic flow while ensuring compliance with established procedures and City guidelines.

This is a part-time role that requires a flexible schedule, including the possibility of last-minute assignments as well as work on weekends and outside normal business hours (after 5 p.m.). Every effort will be made to provide as much advance notice as possible for all assignments.

Principal Job Duties:

• Direct and manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic in designated areas across the City of Burbank.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain traffic control officer shift schedules based on City assignments and operational needs.
• Design and deliver traffic control training programs to ensure staff are properly trained and compliant with safety standards.
• Perform duties independently or collaboratively as part of a team, reporting to a designated supervisor.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and instructions to effectively carry out job responsibilities.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least one-year experience in conducting traffic control directing traffic and pedestrians.
• At least one-year experience in a supervisory role.
• Must be able to pass background and motor vehicle report (MVR) check.

Skills:

• Ability to mitigate and lead others to overcome challenges (Never Ever Give Up Attitude).
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and standard business practices.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and timeliness.
• Must be open to feedback, differing opinions and other points of view.
• Ability to handle challenging and at times, emotionally charged situations.
• Ability to speak, read, and comprehend the English language.
• Must be able to make decisions independently and stay firm on decisions made (not easily persuaded).
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Outlook, Teams and Excel.
• Familiar with radio codes and using 2-way radios.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and adherence to established guidelines.

Physical Demands:

• Willingness to work in the elements - heat, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Ability to lift, push and pull at least25 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk and run for extended periods of time (95-100% of shift) - no sitting is allowed.
• Ability bend, stoop, squat and lift frequently throughout a shift.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential duties/functions.

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

LAZ Parking is an equal opportunity employer. In all our employment practices, including hiring, we are firmly committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetics, Vietnam era, special disabled, recently separated and other protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. No question in our application process is used for the process of limiting or excluding any applicant's consideration for employment on such grounds.

This Employer participates in E-Verify.