Traffic Ops Manager

Cities, Inc.; Melbourne, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cities, Inc. seeks a seasoned Traffic Engineering Division Supervisor to lead the planning, coordination, and supervision of traffic operations.

You will establish standards and procedures for expanding and maintaining traffic systems, prepare detailed reports, and review purchase orders for repairs and services. You will supervise a team of traffic signal technicians and coordinators, ensure compliance with county and state standards, and communicate changes to staff.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing traffic engineering operations and personnel.
• Ability to develop and administer budgets and schedules.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills for county/state entities.
• Familiarity with traffic control devices and standards.
• Ability to coordinate with FDOT, TPO, consultants, and departmental leads.

Responsibilities

• Directs the Traffic Engineering Division and supervises Traffic Signal Technicians and related staff.
• Establishes standards, plans, schedules, and procedures for traffic operations.
• Prepares reports, bid specs, and purchases; ensures timely documentation with County/State entities.
• Oversees budget development, forecasts, and expenditure approvals for the division.
• Maintains liaison with County/State agencies; communicates policy changes to staff.
• Evaluates traffic control devices, plans improvements, and prioritizes projects and resources.
• Responds to citizen inquiries and manages field reviews for active projects.
• Attends meetings with FDOT, TPO, consultants and departmental leads.

Job description

Examples of Duties:

• Plans, directs, coordinates and supervises the activities of the Traffic Engineering Division.
• Establishes standards, plans, schedules and procedures for expanding, operating and maintaining the City’s Traffic operations.
• Prepares detailed reports, memoranda and correspondence; prepares traffic equipment and bid specifications; reviews and approves purchase orders for repairs, parts, products and services.
• Ensures that all required County and State documentation is provided in a timely manner.
• Supervises the development and maintenance of various records and reports pertaining to maintenance programs, schedules, and timetables; assists in establishing and administering traffic maintenance policies and standards; communicate and directs implementation of changes in policies, standards, and regulations to subordinates.
• Appraises adequacy of traffic control devices, facilities, and develops plans and priorities for modification and extensions; evaluates soundness and efficiency of operations; supervises the installation of improvements; develops work programs and budgetary estimates.
• Maintains liaison with appropriate County and State agencies regarding the City’s Traffic Operation and Control Devices
• Supervises and coordinates activities of Traffic Signal Technicians, Signage Services Technicians, Traffic Signal/ATMS Coordinator, and Sign Shop Supervisor; assigns specific projects and monitors activities to ensure compliance with City and State standards.
• Controls and allocates available resources; prioritizes projects based on greatest need and monitors budget to ensure maximum utilization of resources.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the Traffic Engineering Division annual budget; directs the forecast of funds needed for equipment, materials, supplies, special programs and projects; directs the monitoring of and approval of expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of traffic maintenance and operations activities and procedures; assesses and monitors work loads, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews with City Engineer; and implements improvements.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Performs field reviews for active projects and upgrades.
• Attends meetings with FDOT, TPO, Consultants, Pre-Con, and departmental leads.
• Performs other assigned duties as assigned.