ITS & Signals Supervisor (EESS Supervisor)

State of Washington•Thurston County – Lacey, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking an ITS & Signals Supervisor to lead a skilled team responsible for maintaining and operating critical transportation technology systems across the Olympic Region. In this role, you will guide the work that keeps travelers informed, traffic moving safely, and infrastructure functioning reliably—from traffic signals and highway illumination to advanced Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Based out of Lacey, WA, this position provides leadership across multiple locations and plays a key role in shaping system performance, workforce development, and operational priorities. You’ll collaborate with engineers, contractors, and regional partners while fostering a culture rooted in safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on public safety and mobility while developing and supporting a high-performing team.

Requirements

Leadership & Team Development: Leads, supports, and develops a diverse workforce by building trust, coaching employees, and fostering engagement and accountability.
Technical Systems Expertise: Applies knowledge of ITS, traffic signal, and highway illumination systems to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational decision-making.
Work Planning & Prioritization: Effectively organizes, prioritizes, and manages multiple assignments while adapting to changing priorities and operational demands.
Communication: Clearly conveys information to diverse audiences using verbal, written, and electronic methods in a professional and inclusive manner.
Collaboration & Partnership Building: Builds and maintains strong working relationships with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
Safety Focus: Promotes and applies safety standards, policies, and practices in all work activities and environments.
Technical Interpretation: Interprets electrical/electronic schematics, construction plans, and technical documents to guide work and decision-making.
Digital Proficiency: Uses computer systems and software (e.g., Microsoft Office, virtual meeting tools, and databases) to manage work and communicate effectively.
Operational Knowledge: Applies understanding of construction practices, equipment operations, and maintenance activities in transportation environments.
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
Licensing: Possession of a valid unrestricted Class B CDL without airbrake restrictions to legally operate vehicles in Washington State OR the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Work at heights up to 100 feet.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Systems Knowledge: Demonstrates in-depth understanding of ITS, signal, illumination, and electrical systems used in transportation environments.
Budget & Resource Management: Plans, monitors, and manages budgets, resources, and program needs effectively.

Responsibilities

Lead and support ITS crews in the maintenance, repair, and installation of communication, electronic, and electrical systems, including traffic signals, fiber networks, and highway illumination.
Plan, assign, and prioritize work; coordinate schedules; and ensure timely and high-quality completion of maintenance and repair activities.
Supervise, coach, and develop employees through performance management, training, and career development support.
Respond to emergencies by dispatching crews, coordinating repairs, and making real-time operational decisions, including after-hours callouts.
Oversee preventative maintenance programs and evaluate system performance to identify improvements or upgrades.
Manage tools, equipment, inventory, and purchasing decisions to support efficient operations.
Collaborate with engineers and project teams to review plans, provide field insights, and support successful project delivery.
Build and maintain relationships with internal partners, external agencies, contractors, and the public to address transportation system needs.