Transportation Engineer

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TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

Job Location:

Address: 1959 S Woodlands Village Blvd
Flagstaff,  AZ 86001

Posting Details:

Salary: $88,500.00 - $93,500.00

Anticipated Salary: $93,500.00

Grade: 26

Closing Date: 11/11/2024

Job Summary:

This position assists the Regional Traffic Engineer in managing technical reviews and providing guidance and training to the Traffic Engineering Specialists (TES), serving primarily in the Northcentral and Northeast districts, but may also help in the Northwest district. The position will provide supervision, direction and technical guidance to staff in area of assignment, and support to districts. Technical tasks will vary. Focus is on Transportation Systems Maintenance and Operations (TSM&O) functions such as plan review, traffic control, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) compliance on signing, striping and traffic signals, and approval of private developer traffic impact reports (TIA) and designs.
Internal reports related to speed studies, signal warrants, and traffic control and operations improvements are primary functions. Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Review proposed for compliance with traffic standards for operational efficiency. Review formal traffic impact analyses for private developments.
Conduct field reviews on internally and externally generated signal, lighting, signing and pavement marking requests for compliance, and provide
inspection and direction toward compliance. Provide reviews on construction project development documents and Traffic Impact Analysis.

Attend proposed construction project field reviews. Review project assessments and preliminary design plans for programmed projects. Attend
partnering and construction meetings for contracted projects. Attend Technical Advisory Committee meetings and participate with Roadway Safety
Assessments (RSA). Assist districts during inspection of construction projects and permit projects. Use a state vehicle in course of job duties.

Meet with Federal, local government and agency officials, along with private businesses and members of the public as a representative of ADOT and
Regional Traffic Engineering to respond to and/or resolve traffic related issues. Prepare all manner of correspondence for Regional Traffic Engineering.

Prepare formal traffic engineering studies as needed. Conduct field inspections and collect field data region wide. Analyze operational, geometric, and
crash data to resolve traffic issues. Write formal traffic reports, develop potential projects and/or countermeasures, and coordinate with internal and
external partners in obtaining concurrence.

Supervise Traffic Engineering Specialists (TES) staff as assigned, and provide direction on workload. Provide mentoring, quality control reviews, technical training, and on the job training for staff within the unit.

Approve and assign work orders to maintenance crews in signing/striping and traffic signals and lighting units.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge in:
- General Civil Engineering theory and practices.
- General Traffic Engineering theory and practices.
- Applicable laws, regulations, standards, and specifications.
- Project development, design and construction process.
- Department policies and procedures.
- Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), and Highway Safety and Operations theories.
-Knowledge of Google Suite programs.

Skill in:
- Oral and written communication.
- Interpersonal relationships and team building.
- Providing direction and guidance.

Ability to:
- Respond to inquiries and communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of professional, governmental and public representatives.
- Prioritize work loads.
- Meet projected target deadlines, and gain consensus in the team environment.
- Conduct research and communicate complicated topics in a clear manner.
-Coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
Prefer a minimum of three years of experience within Traffic Engineering.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Must be a registered professional civil engineer in the state of Arizona, or be eligible for reciprocity within 12 months of starting the position, or be eligible to be registered in the state of Arizona within 12 months of starting the position - must provide proof of the successful completion of the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) exam with a minimum of three years of experience accredited towards their respective registration.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us:

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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