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City Traffic Engineer (Engineer Division Head)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Engineering
- Transportation or Transit
Engineering Technician Lead
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Engineering
Public Health Specialist II (Disease Surveillance)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Public Health
Senior Equipment Operator
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
Airport Missouri POST-A Certified Police Officer (Airport Police Officer)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Aviation or Harbor
- Public Safety
Transportation Project Engineer (Project Engineer)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Engineering
- Transportation or Transit
Paralegal (Litigation)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Legal Services
Lifeguard (Part-Time & Seasonal)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Public Safety
Senior Correctional Officer
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- CORRECTIONS
Utility Worker
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Utilities
Housing Rehab Specialist
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Housing
- Public Health
Public Health Nurse
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Public Health
Maintenance Mechanic
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Building Maintenance
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Fleet Operations Manager (Outsourced Services)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Administration and Management
- Fleet Management
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
$29.98-$44.97/hour
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Building Maintenance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Utilities
Crafts Person
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
$22.61-$34.48/hour
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Senior Equipment Operator
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
Industrial Electrician (Maintenance Electrician)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
$26.10-$29.82/hour
- Building Maintenance
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Auto Technician (Fleet Maintenance Technician)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Building Maintenance
- Fleet Management
Maintenance Repairer
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Building Maintenance
Correctional Officer
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- CORRECTIONS
Correctional Supervisor
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- CORRECTIONS
Chief Plant Operator
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
$29.98-$44.97/hour
- Administration and Management
- Construction and Skilled Trades

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City Traffic Engineer (Engineer Division Head)
- Kansas City, Missouri United States
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Aug 14, 2026
City of Kansas City, MO

Kansas City, Missouri is a growing, world-class community of just over 500,000 residents that serves as the central hub for a thriving bi-state, 18-county metropolitan area of 2.5 million residents. The City is governed by a 13-member City Council and Mayor that appoint a City Manager to oversee a municipal organization with over 4,000 employees, 16 departments, and a total annual operating and capital budget exceeding $1 billion. A diverse and culturally rich community located at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers, KC is known for its long traditions as the home of spectacular BBQ, jazz, beautiful boulevards, fountains, and parks. Kansas City boasts celebrated cultural traditions including jazz; theater, and history, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Kansas City is also the proud home of professional sports teams including the Chiefs, Royals and Sporting KC, and has served as host of several NCAA tournaments over recent years. The City is generally recognized as one of the most livable cities in America and looks forward to showcasing our city on the national and world stage as host of the 2023 NFL Draft and the 2026 World Cup. The City of Kansas City, MO seeks to attract and retain a qualified and progressive workforce to provide high-quality services to Kansas City, MO residents and visitors. The spirit of Kansas City, powered by its people From Super Bowl wins to revitalizing neighborhood spaces to reimagined transportation networks, the Kansas City spirit shines in the big moments, but also in the everyday work that moves our city forward. Behind every moment of pride are the people who plan, build, grow, and serve with heart. Here, you’ll help turn bold ideas into lasting impact for generations to come.EVP Pillars and Proof Points The programs, culture, and people that make our EVP real: We build what lasts. People come here to serve and stay because they see their impact live on. Every park, policy, and plan make Kansas City stronger for the next generation.We dream big. Working for Kansas City means shaping what’s bigger than any one person, and we rally together to make this city shine. From Super Bowl wins to the World Cup stage, it’s our people who make those moments possible.We grow together. Our city thrives when its people do. From tuition support to leadership programs, employees build meaningful careers here, in a city where opportunity, community, and quality of life can co-exist. We show up for each other. In Kansas City, teamwork comes with a true sense of belonging. Across departments and generations, people step up, lend a hand, and celebrate one another’s wins. It’s the kind of place where everyone looks out for their neighbors, at work and beyond. Be a part of the team that helps run our great city. View our current opportunities under Careers or click here: www.kcmo.gov/jobs to apply today.
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- Aug 14, 2026
Job Description
Full-time position available with the Public Works Department - Transportation/Multimodal Division
Work Location: 5310 Municipal Ave

Pay Range: $8,303-$12,454 per month

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Telework available 1 day a week after completion of 6-month probationary period

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

About Us

About the Public Works Department

At Kansas City Public Works, we keep the city moving. Our department manages the infrastructure residents rely on every day; from streets, sidewalks, streetlights, and traffic signals to major capital improvement projects that shape the city's future. We also oversee waste services and drive initiatives that improve safety, mobility, and quality of life across Kansas City neighborhoods. Every project we take on supports one goal: a well-maintained, sustainable city that works for everyone who lives, works, and travels here.

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Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

Leads the development and implementation of traffic engineering and transportation planning strategies for a multimodal network, including pedestrian, bicycle, micromobility, traffic, freight, and emerging mobility technologies.
Advises City colleagues, executive management, and elected leaders on transportation policy, infrastructure investments, and long-range transportation planning, while providing technical expertise and support.
Fosters and maintains cross-departmental and cross-sector partnerships to ensure effective coordination with stakeholders and project delivery.
Champions a culture of safety, innovation, and collaboration across City departments and regional partners.
Implements and advances policies supporting Kansas City's Vision Zero program, ensuring data-driven, equitable, and measurable progress toward eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
Leads updates to the Traffic Engineering and Operations Manual (TEOM), manages the approval process, and oversees implementation of adopted standards and practices.
Provides leadership, direction, and strategic guidance to the Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning Division.
Defines, develops, and maintains traffic engineering standards, criteria, policies, and procedures.
Oversees the planning, design, and implementation of traffic engineering and transportation projects that promote safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility.
Reviews and evaluates plans, specifications, and studies prepared by staff and consulting engineers to ensure compliance with City, state, and federal requirements, regulations, and codes.
Leads traffic engineering, traffic calming, and multimodal transportation initiatives in collaboration with Public Works divisions, Planning, Public Safety, and external agency partners.
Manages the Division's review, analysis, and recommendations for public and private development proposals through Planning Department review processes, including the Development Review Committee (DRC) and City Planning Commission (CPC).
Negotiates with developers to secure appropriate transportation and infrastructure improvements and represents the City and Traffic Division during development review proceedings.
Establishes, monitors, and reports team performance metrics and public-facing dashboards for Traffic Engineering, Transportation Planning, and multimodal transportation initiatives.
Ensures team functions effectively support the management and maintenance of City transportation assets, including signs, signals, pavement markings, and related infrastructure.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while pursuing grant opportunities and alternative funding sources.
Builds and maintains strong relationships with residents, advocacy organizations, business leaders, transportation agencies, and community stakeholders.
Leads public outreach and engagement efforts to communicate transportation goals, project impacts, safety initiatives, and infrastructure investments.
Represents Kansas City at regional, state, and national forums focused on traffic engineering, transportation innovation, policy development, and best practices.
Leads, manages, and coordinates multidisciplinary teams of planners, engineers, analysts, and program managers to achieve organizational objectives.
Ensures staff have the resources, training, and support necessary to meet performance goals and project deliverables.
Recruits, hires, develops, mentors, and evaluates staff, including Section Managers and other team members as needed.
Manages division budgets, contracts, consultant services, and resource allocation for traffic engineering and transportation programs.
Fosters a diverse, inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
Supervises and ensures the performance and professional development of approximately eight to ten full-time staff, including engineers, planners, and project managers.

Qualifications

REQUIRES
6 years of progressively responsible experience as a Registered Engineer.
Must be registered as a professional architect/engineer with the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Professional Landscape Architects within 6 months of hire.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City.

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).
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City of Kansas City, MO

Kansas City, Missouri is a growing, world-class community of just over 500,000 residents that serves as the central hub for a thriving bi-state, 18-county metropolitan area of 2.5 million residents. The City is governed by a 13-member City Council and Mayor that appoint a City Manager to oversee a municipal organization with over 4,000 employees, 16 departments, and a total annual operating and capital budget exceeding $1 billion. A diverse and culturally rich community located at the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers, KC is known for its long traditions as the home of spectacular BBQ, jazz, beautiful boulevards, fountains, and parks. Kansas City boasts celebrated cultural traditions including jazz; theater, and history, including the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Kansas City is also the proud home of professional sports teams including the Chiefs, Royals and Sporting KC, and has served as host of several NCAA tournaments over recent years. The City is generally recognized as one of the most livable cities in America and looks forward to showcasing our city on the national and world stage as host of the 2023 NFL Draft and the 2026 World Cup. The City of Kansas City, MO seeks to attract and retain a qualified and progressive workforce to provide high-quality services to Kansas City, MO residents and visitors.

The spirit of Kansas City, powered by its people From Super Bowl wins to revitalizing neighborhood spaces to reimagined transportation networks, the Kansas City spirit shines in the big moments, but also in the everyday work that moves our city forward. Behind every moment of pride are the people who plan, build, grow, and serve with heart. Here, you’ll help turn bold ideas into lasting impact for generations to come.EVP Pillars and Proof Points

The programs, culture, and people that make our EVP real:

We build what lasts. People come here to serve and stay because they see their impact live on. Every park, policy, and plan make Kansas City stronger for the next generation.We dream big. Working for Kansas City means shaping what’s bigger than any one person, and we rally together to make this city shine. From Super Bowl wins to the World Cup stage, it’s our people who make those moments possible.We grow together. Our city thrives when its people do. From tuition support to leadership programs, employees build meaningful careers here, in a city where opportunity, community, and quality of life can co-exist. We show up for each other. In Kansas City, teamwork comes with a true sense of belonging. Across departments and generations, people step up, lend a hand, and celebrate one another’s wins. It’s the kind of place where everyone looks out for their neighbors, at work and beyond.

Be a part of the team that helps run our great city. View our current opportunities under Careers or click here: www.kcmo.gov/jobs to apply today.
City of Kansas City, MO
- Kansas City, Missouri, United States
- https://www.kcmo.gov/jobs
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City Traffic Engineer (Engineer Division Head)

Engineering Technician Lead

Public Health Specialist II (Disease Surveillance)

Senior Equipment Operator

Airport Missouri POST-A Certified Police Officer (Airport Police Officer)

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Lifeguard (Part-Time & Seasonal)

Senior Correctional Officer

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Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

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