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Job Description
Traffic Engineering Manager – Roads Division - Ready to Shape the Future of Transportation in Kitsap County?
We’re looking for a dynamic Traffic Manager to lead our Roads Division’s traffic planning, engineering, and operations. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, designing safer roads, improving traffic flow, and guiding long-term transportation strategies for our growing community.
As the County’s traffic expert, you’ll manage a talented team, collaborate with local and regional partners, and serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of County Commissioners. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, influencing policy, and creating innovative solutions that balance safety, efficiency, and community needs! This is your chance to lead!
As the Traffic Manager for the Roads Division, you will:
- Lead and Manage the Traffic Section, setting goals, priorities, and coordinating activities.
- Supervise and Develop Staff, providing leadership, training, and performance management to build a high-performing team.
- Shape Policy and Standards, ensuring compliance with AASHTO, MUTCD, and other regulations while driving improvements in traffic operations and safety programs.
- Oversee Traffic Systems, including signal maintenance, timing, and operational efficiency, as well as regulatory controls like speed limits and parking regulations.
- Plan for the Future, developing short- and long-range transportation plans, reviewing legislation, and incorporating new technologies and best practices.
- Serve as a Key Liaison, working with the Board of County Commissioners, regional planning organizations, developers, and the public to resolve complex issues and find equitable solutions.
What you will bring:
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Eight years of professional experience in transportation and traffic engineering
- Three years of supervisory experience
(Relevant experience may substitute for education requirements)
- License: Licensed as a WA State Professional Engineer (PE), or in process of securing WA State comity.
- Expert Knowledge of traffic principles, planning, and operations, with the ability to apply advanced technical and administrative skills.
- Strong Leadership & Communication Skills to manage staff, negotiate solutions, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving Ability to tackle complex, high-impact challenges with creativity and sound judgment.
The entire job description: https://www.kitsap.gov/hr/JobClassifications/Traffic%20Engineer%20Manager.pdf (Download PDF reader)
About the department: Public Works - Kitsap County -
Special Instructions
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Additional Information
This position is open until filled. The first review for this position is scheduled for the week of January 19, 2026; then weekly.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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KITSAP COUNTY
Show moreKitsap County employs over 1100 employees in jobs that allow employees to make their mark and make a difference in their local community. The County strives to provide effective and efficient services by continually assessing its purpose, promoting and rewarding innovation and fostering employee development. Kitsap's Human Resources team provides the employee programs and benefits to keep Kitsap a great place to work.
- Nancy Buonanno Grennan, Human Resources Director
Our Mission
Human Resources recruits talented, career-minded leaders; supports employee development; builds trust; celebrates teamwork; works with integrity and clear communication.
Our Vision
If we are successful, Kitsap County will be a trusting & competitive organization that employs and develops the most effective, professional & friendly staff available.
Our Values
We make decisions out of a sense of fairness & we will remember the "Human" part of HR.
We focus on the needs of our customers & work to earn their trust.
We do the right thing, no matter who is involved.
We are relentlessly positive. -