Traffic Operations Manager

City of Missouri City; Missouri City (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Missouri City is seeking a skilled professional to lead the ITS Division within Public Works. The role supervises traffic management systems, plans improvements, and coordinates with multiple departments and officials. Strong budget and contract administration skills are essential.

Requirements include an Associate's degree or higher in Traffic Management or related field, at least six years of relevant experience, and IMSA Level II certification. CDL Class B is preferred.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of relevant professional experience required.
• IMSA Level II Certification is required.
• Associate's degree or higher in Traffic Management, Engineering, Logistics, or Physical Distribution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ITS division operations and maintenance.
• Assist budget development, management, and contract administration.
• Coordinate traffic signal upgrades, studies, and plan reviews.
• Supervise staff and contractors; ensure safety and compliance.

Education

Assoc. degree or higher (Traffic Mgmt, Eng, Logistics, or Physical Distribution)

Tools

IMSA Level II Certification

CDL Class B preferred

Job description

The City of Missouri City, known as the “Show Me City,” is seeking an individual to join its Public Works Department. This position is responsible for installing, repairing, monitoring, maintaining, operating, and reporting on the City’s Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), as well as managing the overall operations of the ITS Division.

Reporting Relationship: Assistant Public Works Director

• Assist in the development and implementation of divisional goals and objectives to support the Department’s mission.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and address personnel concerns.
• Participate in the development of the Division’s work plan; assign work activities and projects; lead programs as assigned; monitor workflow; and review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
• Perform administrative duties, including budget development, budget management, and contract administration.
• Supervise contractors by processing work requests and job orders; assigning work duties; monitoring work activities and purchases; approving timesheets; completing accident reports; implementing policies and procedures; and ensuring compliance with applicable county, state, and OSHA regulations.
• Provide administrative support by approving, scheduling, and tracking timesheets and leave requests; answering telephone calls; copying and faxing information; opening and closing work orders; ordering supplies and equipment; and assisting with budget-related activities.
• Oversee the overall operation and maintenance of the City’s Traffic Management Center.
• Review and make recommendations regarding technical improvements, procedures, and protocols to continuously improve traffic signal timing, phasing, construction, and communications.
• Review and approve recommended changes and improvements to traffic operations.
• Provide assistance with project management, contract administration, and contract management for various operational and capital improvement programs, including traffic signal upgrades and repairs, traffic studies, mobility coordination, traffic calming, traffic impact analyses, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and plan review.
• Assist with the preparation and administration of the Division’s budget.
• Provide management oversight of Traffic Operations staff, activities, and assigned work crews.
• Review and monitor safety equipment and ensure proper safety procedures are followed.
• Assign work crews to emergency operations and activities.
• Review engineering plans for traffic signals, signage, and pavement markings.
• Coordinate and communicate with other City departments and service areas, as well as county and municipal officials and the public.
• Ensure corrective actions are documented and Risk Management reports are prepared and submitted for asset reimbursement related to accidents.
• Respond to internal and external requests and concerns regarding the installation, repair, removal, and maintenance of traffic control equipment and related infrastructure.
• Assist with resolving Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-related walkability issues and applying current ADA requirements and interpretations.
• Manage proactive fraud awareness, prevention, detection, and risk-mitigation activities within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Provide oversight of financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits; review audit findings; and ensure appropriate internal controls are established and implemented.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Subject to 24-hour recall.

• Associate's degree or higher with a degree in Traffic Management, Engineering, Logistics, or Physical Distribution from an accredited college or university.
• Six (6) years of relevant professional experience required.
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II Certification required.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), preferred

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.Works as an essential employee before, during, and after emergencies or disasters, whether natural or man-made. Subject to emergency operations recall and other assignments necessary to maintain continuity of City services.

Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development

Missouri City, TX 77489

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http://missouricitytx.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer