Traffic Operations Superintendent

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chesapeake is seeking an experienced Traffic Operations Superintendent to oversee traffic field operations and assist with emergency response efforts related to natural and man-made disasters. The role requires leadership to inspire employees and achieve the department’s mission efficiently.

Responsibilities include supervising traffic activities, maintaining inventories, and coordinating with utility and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in civil engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of four years of related full-time equivalent experience.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations to determine operational traffic engineering needs.
• Plan, assign, schedule, and supervise traffic activities and the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
• Oversee expenditures, prepare reports, and write specifications for tools, materials, and supplies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related field

Tools

Kronos

Maximo

Job description

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Working Title of Vacant Position Traffic Operations Superintendent

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Department

Department PUBLIC WORKS

Division

Division PUB WORKS TRAFFIC ENGIN

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026421

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week 40

Work Schedule

7:00am – 3:30pm; Monday-Friday; Alpha essential.
Employee may work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement R - Routine

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE17

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$75,096 – $110,000; Depending on qualifications and experience.

Job Description

The Operations Section of Public Works is seeking an experienced Traffic Operations Superintendent to oversee traffic field operations and assist with emergency response efforts related to natural and man made disasters. The ideal Traffic Operations Superintendent will have experience performing these duties in a local government setting and possess the leadership skills needed to inspire and motivate employees to achieve the Department’s mission efficiently and effectively.

The Traffic Operations Superintendent’s responsibilities include:

• Conducting field investigations to determine operational traffic engineering needs.
• Planning, assigning, scheduling, and supervising traffic activities, including the erection, installation, fabrication, repair, and quality control inspection of traffic control devices.
• Overseeing and approving expenditures and preparing reports.
• Writing specifications for tools, materials, and supplies and maintaining an adequate inventory.
• Investigating and responding to traffic inquiries by telephone, correspondence, or in person.
• Performing related tasks as necessary, including planning street closures and detours.
• Ensuring employees receive appropriate safety and equipment training.
• Performing supervisory duties, including work order data entry, timecard management and approval, employee performance evaluations, staff counseling, and the establishment of performance measures.
• Assisting with and executing activities during inclement weather and emergency management responses. This position may work 12 hour shifts before, during, and after natural or man made disasters to help restore essential City services.

The Traffic Operations Superintendent must be able to perform work outdoors in all weather conditions and lay out work zones, including coordinating with Miss Utility. The position requires knowledge of traffic signals, pavement markings, and work zone safety, along with the ability to plan jobs and match available resources to operational needs.

The successful candidate must also be able to maintain work orders, logs, forms, records, material expenditures, equipment status, and other work related information and perform the data entry necessary to capture that information. Experience with Kronos and Maximo is desirable. IMSA Signal Level 1, IMSA Pavement Marking Level 1, and VDOT Advanced Work Zone Safety certifications are preferred.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires a bachelor’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in civil engineering or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards .

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Kronos and Maximo desirable.
• IMSA Signal Leve 1, IMSA Pavement Marking Level 1, and VDOT Advanced Work Zone Safety certifications preferred.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/26/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/14/2026

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Sitting

Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Walking

Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting

Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Carrying

Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- up to 1/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally- up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Handling Occasionally- up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Occasionally- up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crouching

Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crawling

Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Twisting

Twisting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Climbing

Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing

Balancing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

standard office equipment; city vehicle; traffic operations related tools

Protective Equipment Required

all required PPE

Health and Safety
D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards N = Never

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration W = Several Times Per Week

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally

Primary Work Location

Primary Work Location Office Environment, Vehicle, Outdoors

Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

no

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.
  • Yes
  • No