Engineering Manager - Traffic (Operation & Development) Division

City of Fontana•Fontana, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the City Engineer, this position plans, organizes, and supervises the professional and technical operations of the Traffic Engineering (Operation and Development) section of the Engineering Department. The Engineering Manager for the Traffic Division, within the Public Works & Engineering Department, will oversee all traffic-related operation and maintenance activities within the City and/or with neighboring cities. Responsibilities include supervising division staff, reviewing and approving technical reports and plans, participating in traffic planning, operation, and maintenance of the City’s traffic signal system, and the design of traffic signs and pavement markings. The role also involves responding to traffic requests and concerns, attending internal and public meetings, developing, coordinating, and monitoring the division’s budget, and managing consultants for project reviews, contracts, and invoices. This position reports directly to the Public Works Director/City Engineer.

Requirements

Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of traffic engineering, including applicable traffic and zoning codes, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines.
Knowledge of current trends in federal, state, regional, and local circulation, transit, and traffic planning.
Knowledge of recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding traffic engineering.
Knowledge of computer applications relating to traffic engineering and analysis.
Knowledge of principles and practices of project management.
Knowledge of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of principles and practices of grant administration.
Knowledge of budgeting methodologies.
Familiarity with engineering standards, practices, and regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with relevant tools, software, and/or technology used within the role.
Understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.
Knowledge of principles and practices of excellent customer service.
Knowledge of safe work practices, OSHA regulations, and workplace health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
Ability to strategically plan, organize, design, implement, and monitor transportation and traffic engineering programs.
Ability to analyze technical transportation design and engineering problems, evaluate alternate approaches, and adopt effective solutions.
Ability to develop, implement, and manage traffic programs to address the City’s emerging traffic needs; provide guidance, and makes recommendations to City management on traffic-related issues.
Ability to carry out responsibilities independently and with awareness of traffic and safety issues and sensitivities.
Ability to manage contracts for consultants providing traffic engineering services; Coordinate traffic services with other City departments.
Ability to supervise, motivate, and train team members effectively.
Ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner.
Ability to manage and resolve conflicts or disagreements constructively.
Ability to use a personal computer, telephone, and other electronic devices, to access information, complete documentation, and communicate effectively.
Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions accurately.
Ability to identify issues, evaluate data, and implement effective solutions (problem solving).
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
Ability to perform tasks accurately and thoroughly, with a focus on quality.
A minimum of Five (5) years of extensive experience in traffic engineering including reviewing traffic related technical documents and plans, analyzing and strategizing solution to transportation and engineering problems.
Extensive traffic engineering experience involving the review of traffic studies, developing VMT mitigation measures, and reviewing development projects related to LOS, VMT, traffic striping, detours, and traffic control and/or signal plans may be substituted for the two years of supervisory experience.
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or related field.
Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Licensed Traffic Engineer (TE) or PE for Traffic Division in the State of California is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages, leads, and directs the activities and staff involved in the daily administration of the Traffic engineering (Operation and Development) team; provides direction and guidance to senior staff on project scope, budget, and schedule for various infrastructure projects.
Reviews, approves, and signs specifications documents for construction projects and any other plans required to complete construction; reviews and recommends approval of construction plans and various work orders; recommends various traffic devices throughout the city including speed humps, signs, striping, and pavement legends in coordination with traffic team.
Reviews and approves, and/or signs Public Works and Engineering related planning and/or design documents.
Provides direct supervision to professional and technical staff; participates in recommending the appointment of personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies.
Plans and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets; monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development; provides or recommends compensation and other rewards to recognize performance; takes disciplinary action, up to and including termination when necessary.
Provides the day-to-day leadership and work with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment which supports achieving City objectives and service expectations; provides leadership and participates in programs and activities that promote a positive employee relations environment.
Manages and directs the activities and staff involved in the daily administration of the assigned Engineering section; develops work programs and establishes program priorities; provides technical leadership and policy guidance and communicates management objectives to City management and staff; reviews and approves work performed by staff.
Manages and monitors sensitive community issues; manages the development, implementation, and operations of programs designed to improve or maintain neighborhood livability; develops new programs to address the City’s emerging traffic needs; manages contracts for consultants providing traffic engineering services and coordinates traffic services with other City departments.
Manages multiple engineering projects including the supervision of professional, technical, and consulting staff.
Understands, interprets, explains, applies, and ensures compliance with City traffic or related engineering operations and safety rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and applicable Federal, state, and local legislation and regulations; testifies in court as required.
Analyzes problems, identifies alternative solutions, and implements recommendations in support of goals.
Develops departmental budgetary information for proposed projects; administers, coordinates, and monitors budgets for assigned projects; prepares, reviews, and processes project expenditures and ensures compliance with all funding requirements; recommends purchases, agreements, and contracts.
Identifies and researches grant opportunities for funding City infrastructure improvements; leads grant project selection and preparation managing scope, cost, and schedule.
Prepares and maintains comprehensive records; drafts project progress reports, technical reports, and makes recommendations.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Provides engineering expertise for the city involved claims for engineering related issues including executing necessary documents to support the city.
Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with a variety of audiences.
Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer or as the situation requires.