Intelligent Transportation Society of Georgia · 6 hours ago
Douglas County Traffic Operations
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Intelligent Transportation Society of Georgia is seeking a Traffic Engineer to perform technical traffic and transportation responsibilities. The role involves overseeing traffic engineering projects, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with standards while addressing community concerns.
AssociationNon ProfitTransportation
Responsibilities
Preparing and/or modifying intersection improvements projects in compliance with County and State design standards
Developing traffic signal permit revision drawings for GDOT submittal
Performing multi-way stop and signal warrant analysis
Preparing and/or managing the development of signal-timing plans for both isolated and coordinated traffic signal systems
Monitoring all traffic signals for needed adjustments due to changes in traffic patterns or demand
Developing traffic control regulations in compliance with all laws, ordinances, and standards, i.e., speed regulatory changes, school zone limits, development of traffic ordinances
Developing scope of work, estimates, and construction phasing for traffic signal and intersection improvements
Reviewing traffic signal related engineering drawings submitted by consultants for approval
Assisting in the review of development plans as they relate to access management and traffic operations and County UDC Code
Performing traffic and transportation research, analysis, planning, and design; maintaining the traffic operation infrastructure, signing and pavement markings; formulating corrective measures for high accident locations
Responsible for county wide traffic calming program, neighborhood traffic management, coordination of traffic calming studies, and implementation
Recording and investigating citizens’ concerns, complaints, and service requests; identifying and determining solutions to issues
Prioritizing, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring work performed under assigned Traffic Operations Units
Organizing and maintaining a database of traffic systems related information; traffic accident data, traffic counts, speed data, truck classifications, et cetera
Planning and conducting special traffic and safety studies and preparing comprehensive reports
Directing and instructing superintendents or senior technicians on work methods, procedures, and standards related to their assignments
Preparing plans and cost estimates for traffic operations projects
Monitor federal and state grant opportunities and prepare competitive funding applications
Represent Douglas County at regional agency meetings and professional organizations, such as ITE, ASHE, ASCE, etc
Interviewing, recommending hiring, supervising, training, counseling, and evaluating subordinate personnel
Investigating vehicular accident reports and traffic hazards to assure roadway safety for drivers and pedestrians
Collecting and analyzing traffic engineering data in order to determine the adequacy of existing or need for additional traffic control measures
Communicating with supervisors, other departments, developers, consultants, and engineers to coordinate traffic operations projects and resolve problems
Performing other duties as assigned
Additional duties will be defined during job interview
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major field of study in civil engineering, transportation, or related discipline, with specialized focus in Traffic Engineering or Transportation
Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or capable of obtaining certification within two years
Minimum of five years professional related work experience to include:
Minimum three years of which were performed in a supervisory capacity, directly related to Traffic Engineering or Transportation
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division in order to direct and coordinate work within the division
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to answer questions and resolve problems usually associated with three years' experience or service
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability and willingness to drive a county vehicle
Must meet all eligibility requirements established by the Board of Commissioners
Must be willing to submit to random drug and alcohol screening as directed
Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License (Class C) and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR)
Employee is expected to be an active member in the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)
Other duty-specific certifications may be required during employment to satisfy specific assigned duties and responsibilities
Preferred
Highly preferred – Possess and maintain a State of Georgia Professional License as a Registered Professional Engineer
Preferred – two or more years which were served in public DOT
Preferred – Possess and maintain a State of Georgia Professional License as a Registered Professional Engineer, or EIT, or the ability to obtain it within six months of employment
Preferred – Possess a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer registration, or the ability to obtain it within six months of employment
Company
Intelligent Transportation Society of Georgia
Since 1997, ITS Georgia has provided continuous service as the organization dedicated to improving the safety, efficiency and productivity of Georgia’s transportation networks, through the deployment of ITS solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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