JOB LISTING

Assists the Traffic Engineering Manager in planning, assigning and supervising the work of the Traffic Engineering Division.  Assists with the preparation of annual Budget, approves procurements, monitors expenditures and projects.  Performs the work of the Traffic Engineering Manager in his/her absence being the second in command for the Division.  Primary responsibility is managing the City’s Traffic Control Center to include traffic signal design, signal timing and signal system operation.  Manages traffic signal operation and maintenance to insure proper operation, routine maintenance, timely repairs; responds to public inquiries concerning traffic signals.  Responsible for regular retiming of traffic signals and systems, perform timing calculation, supervise timing input, perform fine tuning and prepares Measures of Effectiveness (MOE) reports.  Performs and reviews transportation studies to include, but not limited to volume/turning movement counts, accident histories, travel time, congestion management, MUTCD Signal warrant studies, traffic impact studies, street lighting, etc.  Prepares reports, resolutions, ordinances, bid specifications, request for proposals, oral/written presentations and provides technical assistance to various committees and governmental agencies.  Conducts meetings with citizens, developers, architects, engineers, consultants and public information meetings to discuss private, City and/or State projects.  Assists in managing the City Radio Communications Systems, maintaining FCC licenses and providing technical assistance to agencies using said systems.  Carries out a continuous effort to improve operations, work processes; and works cooperatively and jointly to provide continuous improvement and customer-driven service.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimal Educational and Training Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Traffic/Civil Engineering or Transportation Planning or a related field; two to three years of professional experience in Traffic Engineering to include signal design, signal timing and system operation; two or more years of progressively more responsible supervisory or managerial experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. Possess a valid driver’s license issued by the state of Georgia or Alabama or be able to obtain one within sixty-days (60) after begin hired. Registration as a Professional Engineer preferred.

Physical Requirements:

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must distinguish between shades of color.  The work is typically performed in an office or in the field, occasionally in cold, hot or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective gear, devices and to occasionally works in moving traffic.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.columbusga.org
OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
100 10th Street, West Wing, 1st floor Columbus, GA 31902
706-653-4059
humanresources@columbusga.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer

*	1.	Which best describes your level of education?
		No High School Diploma GED High School Diploma Technical College Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate's Degree
*	2.	Do you possess a degree in Traffic/Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning or a related field?
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*	3.	If you answered "yes" to the above question, please specify degree(s). If you answered "No" type in N/A.
*	4.	Do you have a valid driver's license?
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*	5.	If you have an out of state driver's license, can you convert it to a Georgia or Alabama license within sixty-days (60) of hiring? If this does not apply to you just type in N/A.
*	6.	How many years of professional level work experience do you have in Traffic Engineering to include signal design, signal timing and system operation?
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*	7.	How many years of professional level responsible supervisory or managerial experience do you have?
		None 0 - 2 years 2 - 4 years 4 years or more
*	8.	Do you possess a Professional Engineering Registration?
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