Traffic Operations Manager

City of Missouri City•Missouri City, TX

About The Position

The City of Missouri City is seeking a Traffic Operations Manager for its Public Works Department. The position manages the overall operations of the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Division and is responsible for installing, repairing, monitoring, maintaining, operating, and reporting on the City’s ITS. The role oversees the Traffic Management Center, Traffic Operations staff, activities, and work crews, and supports divisional planning, budgeting, contracts, and operational and capital improvement programs. The position reports to the Assistant Public Works Director. It is an essential-employee role, subject to 24-hour recall and emergency operations assignments before, during, and after emergencies or disasters.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in Traffic Management, Engineering, Logistics, or Physical Distribution from an accredited college or university.
Six years of relevant professional experience.
International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II Certification.
Essential employee required to work before, during, and after emergencies or disasters and subject to emergency operations recall and other assignments necessary to maintain continuity of City services.
Subject to 24-hour recall.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing divisional goals and objectives that support the Department’s mission.
Conduct employee performance reviews and address personnel concerns.
Participate in developing the Division’s work plan; assign work and projects; lead assigned programs; monitor workflow; and review work products, methods, and procedures.
Perform administrative duties, including budget development and management and contract administration.
Supervise contractors by processing work requests and job orders, assigning duties, monitoring work and purchases, approving timesheets, completing accident reports, implementing procedures, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Provide administrative support, including approving, scheduling, and tracking timesheets and leave requests; handling calls and documents; opening and closing work orders; ordering supplies and equipment; and assisting with budget activities.
Oversee operation and maintenance of the City’s Traffic Management Center.
Review and recommend technical improvements, procedures, and protocols for traffic signal timing, phasing, construction, and communications.
Review and approve recommended changes and improvements to traffic operations.
Assist with project management, contract administration, and contract management for operational and capital improvement programs, including traffic signal upgrades and repairs, traffic studies, mobility coordination, traffic calming, traffic impact analyses, ITS, and plan review.
Assist with preparation and administration of the Division’s budget.
Manage Traffic Operations staff, activities, and assigned work crews.
Review and monitor safety equipment and ensure safety procedures are followed.
Assign work crews to emergency operations and activities.
Review engineering plans for traffic signals, signage, and pavement markings.
Coordinate and communicate with City departments and service areas, county and municipal officials, and the public.
Document corrective actions and prepare and submit Risk Management reports for asset reimbursement related to accidents.
Respond to internal and external requests and concerns about installation, repair, removal, and maintenance of traffic control equipment and related infrastructure.
Assist with resolving ADA-related walkability issues and applying current ADA requirements and interpretations.
Manage fraud awareness, prevention, detection, and risk-mitigation activities in the assigned area.
Oversee financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits; review findings; and ensure appropriate internal controls are established and implemented.
Perform other related duties as assigned.