Traffic Engineering Manager: Lead Mobility & Signal Systems

City of Pasco; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PERS retirement

Vacation leave

Job summary

The City of Pasco is seeking an experienced and collaborative Traffic Engineering Manager to lead the Traffic Engineering Division within the Public Works Department.

This role provides leadership and technical oversight for transportation planning, traffic operations, signal systems, and development review, advancing mobility and traffic safety in one of Washington’s fastest-growing communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible engineering experience, including five (5) years at a professional level, in traffic or transportation engineering design.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Washington, or ability to obtain WA registration through reciprocity within six (6) months.

Responsibilities

• Manage traffic signal system and analyze traffic and collision data.
• Review development proposals and recommend safety and mobility improvements.
• Develop division goals, work plans, budgets, and performance measures.
• Lead the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program.
• Manage consultants and transportation projects; pursue grants.
• Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations and MUTCD standards.
• Collaborate with City departments, regional agencies, consultants, and the public.
• Represent the City at meetings and professional forums.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Traffic Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license – Washington

Job description

The City of Pasco is seeking an experienced and collaborative Traffic Engineering Manager to lead the Traffic Engineering Division within the Public Works Department.

This role provides leadership and technical oversight for transportation planning, traffic operations, signal systems, and development review, advancing mobility and traffic safety in one of Washington’s fastest-growing communities.