Traffic Signal Systems Supervisor

The County of Santa Clara; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Santa Clara seeks a lead supervisor to manage the Traffic Operations Center, ensuring safe operation of traffic signals and related electrical systems. You will direct staff, coordinate with public safety and partner agencies, and oversee maintenance, diagnostics, and timing plans.

Responsibilities include budgeting support, incident response, and reporting on operations. Travel to alternate locations and occasional after-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of operating, maintaining, and repairing traffic signal systems.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating with other agencies.
• Ability to develop and implement timing plans for signals.
• Strong written reports and budget assistance skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Traffic Operations Center and oversee installation, operation, and maintenance of traffic signal systems.
• Plan and train staff; interview and select candidates; supervise daily work.
• Coordinate emergency repairs and electrical work; monitor alarms and adjust timings.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and supervise diagnostics and repairs.
• Prepare reports on operations and equipment; assist with budgeting.
• Liaise with other jurisdictions and agencies affecting traffic control.

Skills

Staff supervision

Read schematics

Traffic timing plans

Coordination with agencies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year electrical apprenticeship

Tools

Traffic signal equipment fundamentals

Job description

Under direction, to supervise the installation, operation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and modification of traffic signal systems, lighting, electrical/electronic systems and components, and signal lighting facilities, and has overall responsibility for the Traffic Operations Center.

• Supervises the Traffic Operations Center, including the installation, operation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and modification of traffic signal systems, lighting and electrical/electronic systems;
  
• Plans, assigns, trains, supervises, counsels, and reviews the daily work of traffic signal staff;
  
• Interviews and selects or recommends selection of new staff;
  
• Coordinates and oversees emergency repairs and other electrical work as needed;
  
• Operates and maintains the Traffic Operations Center and monitors Traffic Management System alarms;
  
• Adjusts or supervises adjustment of traffic signal timing for planned or unplanned incidents; ensures proper and safe operation of traffic signals;
  
• Develops and implements diagnostic techniques for traffic signal systems, controllers, and other electrical systems;
  
• Develops and maintains a schedule for preventive maintenance programs, and oversees and provides assistance as needed to perform scheduled maintenance;
  
• Supervises the investigation of complaints and responds to concerns related to traffic signal lighting and related equipment malfunctions;
  
• Coordinates with other public jurisdictions that interface with traffic control, signals, and related systems;
  
• Estimates time and material costs for various traffic signal projects;
  
• Maintains knowledge of current technology and vendor equipment; trains and provides relevant technical support to staff on traffic signal computer programs and peripheral equipment;
  
• Reviews design plans and specifications and makes recommendations concerning constructability, installation, and modifications of proposed traffic signal or lighting systems, and coordinates and communicates with engineering staff;
  
• Reviews purchase orders, payments, and charges for signal and lighting installations and communication utility service charges;
  
• Prepares written reports on operations, equipment evaluation, maintenance, and measures of effectiveness;
  
• Assists with budget preparations;
  
• Serves as liaison with other County operations and outside agencies relative to the work and responsibilities of the Traffic Operations Center;
  
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
  
• Performs other related duties, as required.

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities.

Training and Experience Note:

The required knowledge and abilities are attained through possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, and Three (3) years of experience in the electrical/electronic field, which must have included work on traffic signals and systems, and two (2) years of experience comparable to the Senior Electrical/Electronic Technician in the County of Santa Clara, which must include lead or supervisory duties. Completion of an approved four (4) year electrical apprenticeship may substitute for two (2) years of the required work experience, but cannot be substituted for the lead or supervisory experience.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.

Knowledge of:

• Methods and procedures used to operate, repair and maintain traffic signal control systems, lighting systems, and various electronic control systems;
  
• Principles and practices of training, supervision, and effective discipline;
  
• Theory and principles of electrical and electronic equipment and circuits, including the operation, maintenance and installation of digital and analog electronic systems;
  
• Laws, ordinances, and regulations governing electrical construction;
  
• Computer systems operation, maintenance, and installation;
  
• Principles and practices of traffic engineering;
  
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions;
  
• Computer use and common applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet, databases and e-mail applications.

Ability to:

• Plan, assign, train, supervise, and counsel staff;
  
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, electronic schematics, and diagrams;
  
• Develop procedures for preventive maintenance programs;
  
• Estimate time and material costs for electrical construction;
  
• Write clearly and concisely and prepare a variety of reports with recommendations;
  
• Develop and implement traffic signal timing plans and coordination plans;
  
• Operate computer-based traffic signal equipment and systems;
  
• Mitigate complaints related to traffic signal malfunctions;
  
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, public safety personnel, staff, co-workers, and the general public;
  
• Operate a variety of office software and equipment.

• Required to work on-call on a rotational basis and may be required to work after hours and on weekends in the event of emergencies.