Engineering Technician II- Traffic
About The Position
At the Anoka County Transportation Division, our vision is to enhance and protect life by delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions. We are currently seeking an Engineering Technician II to support highway construction and improvement projects and contribute to traffic engineering and right-of-way permitting activities. In this role, you will work under general supervision and apply technical expertise to support permitting and right‑of‑way operations. Your responsibilities include reviewing, approving, and issuing permits, as well as coordinating, tracking, inspecting, and documenting all work performed within the county right‑of‑way to ensure compliance with the Anoka County Right‑of‑Way ordinance. This work involves permits for utility projects, access modifications, moving operations, and other traffic‑related activities. You will also process right‑of‑way user registration forms, verify insurance and registration requirements prior to permit issuance, and provide support for a variety of traffic‑related tasks. This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position.
Requirements
- Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program and at least 2 years of job-related experience.
- In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
- Successfully pass driver’s license background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with traffic engineering principles and practices, complemented by strong understanding of construction and inspection standards applicable to county roadway infrastructure.
- Knowledge of current MnMUTCD and MN Traffic Engineering Manual.
- Knowledge of current MnDOT Standard Specifications for Construction.
- Experience using CAD and drafting.
Responsibilities
- Review, process, issue, coordinate, and track permits for activities within the Anoka County highway system, including right‑of‑way use, development access, driveway access, special events, oversize/overweight loads, and utility work impacting county roadways.
- Inspect permitted work, document findings, and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with State and County construction and traffic standards. Conduct field reviews of approved traffic control plans and inspect construction and restoration work.
- Process right-of-way user registrations and confirm all insurance and regulatory requirements are met before permits are approved.
- Monitor contractor traffic control setups for accuracy, safety, and effectiveness. Require corrections when necessary to maintain safe operations for workers and the traveling public.
- Assist in reviewing plats and development plans adjacent to the county highway system.
- Perform data collection, analysis, and reporting to support traffic operations, safety assessments, signal timing optimization, and project development.
- Conduct field reviews and compile documentation for traffic studies such as speed, volume, crash trends, sight distance, and pedestrian safety evaluations.
- Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Design (CAD), and traffic engineering software to develop maps, layouts, and technical exhibits.
- Support additional traffic engineering functions as assigned.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned.
Benefits
- 24 days of paid flexible time off
- up to 12.5 paid holidays
- Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits
- Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees
- Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
- Advancement/professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
