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City of Modesto · 6 months ago

Senior Civil/Traffic Engineer

Modesto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$145K/yr - $186K/yr

4+ years exp

The City of Modesto is seeking a Senior Civil/Traffic Engineer to shape the infrastructure that keeps the community moving. This role involves leading projects, collaborating with professionals, and implementing innovative solutions in transportation and traffic engineering.

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Responsibilities

Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for the performance of technical and professional engineering duties; implement policies and procedures

Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff involved in technical and professional engineering duties related to the design, construction, and maintenance and operation of a variety of public facilities and development projects, including water and wastewater utility, street, storm drain, storm water management and traffic systems

Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities

Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and control expenditures

Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures

Manage and/or participate in the preparation of complex engineering studies and reports related to public works, utilities, streets, highways, signal timing and capital improvement projects according to assignment; oversee coordination of activities with other City departments, divisions, outside agencies, citizens, consultants, and developers

Manage the most complex and difficult engineering projects; develop and monitor project schedules and budget; ensure project funding

Prepare agenda reports and resolutions for Council approval; make presentations to Council and other City committees and commissions

Initiate and conduct engineering planning studies to identify public works systems and facility needs and standards for planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation

Supervise, review, and participate in preparation of environmental assessments and studies related to City and private projects; meet with developers to discuss proposed projects or to resolve design issues; review new development plans

Prepare Requests for Proposals; research and recommend use of consultants and contractors; negotiate contracts, review work plans, monitor progress, and authorize payments according to contract terms and conditions

Assist in negotiation of right-of-way agreements, professional services agreements, and cooperative agreements

Administer, design, and review assigned projects; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local codes and regulations

Direct the preparation and filing of deeds, maps, and legal descriptions. Manage automated traffic management system and related traffic management systems

Oversee implementation and maintenance of intelligent traffic system elements

Consult with a variety of health officials, public officials, engineers, attorneys, water consumer groups, etc. on water quality management plans, treatment facilities, wastewater and storm water issues, research projects, policies, and studies

Prepare and make presentations to citizen groups, outside organizations, the City Council, and other groups, as necessary

Represent the division to committees and outside organizations, coordinate engineering activities with other divisions and outside agencies

Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action to resolve complaints, as necessary. Receive and review public requests for traffic control device changes; collect and analyze data to evaluate request and prepare recommendations; perform intersection traffic control analyses to determine need for traffic control measures

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service

Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures

Qualification

Traffic engineering principlesRoundabout engineeringBicycle transportation designTraffic signal designMUTCD knowledgeCivil engineeringProject managementSupervisionTrainingCustomer serviceEffective communication

Required

Creative, persistent, and excited to work within a motivated and talented team focused on innovative solutions for challenging transportation issues

Knowledgeable in traffic engineering principles and practices with an up-to-date understanding of complete streets design guidelines such as The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO)

Passionate about promoting safe and sustainable transportation improvements for all roadway users

Experienced in roundabout engineering and design; the City of Modesto is a leader in the State of California for implementing roundabouts

Knowledgeable in class IV bicycle transportation engineering and design; TED is focused on providing safe bicycle infrastructure with each and every project

Knowledgeable in principles and practices of traffic signal timing

Familiarity with communications fiber, twisted pair, and wireless technology

Passionate and has an up-to-date understanding of traffic control devices as well as traffic signal design

Knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) California Supplement

Understanding of the process for establishing speed surveys

Ability to collaborate effectively with both office staff and field crews; providing outstanding customer service even under difficult situations

Thrives on managing multiple projects while also being confident and excited to run meetings and keeping our team engaged

Knowledge of principles and practices of professional engineering as applied to a variety of public works, utilities, building/facilities construction, water quality, and private development projects

Methods, materials, and techniques used in the design, construction, inspection, and maintenance and operation of public works and development programs and projects

Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluations

Principles and practices of budget monitoring

Principles and practices of safety management

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations

Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding civil and structural engineering

Principles and practices of project management

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

Organize, implement, and direct professional engineering operations and activities

Interpret, explain, and apply City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program and project budgets

Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations

Make engineering design computations

Check, design, and prepare engineering plans

Understand and interpret engineering construction plans, specifications, and other contract documents

Perform technical research and solve difficult engineering problems

Prepare contracts, agreements, specifications, and contract documents

Conduct comprehensive engineering studies and prepare reports with appropriate recommendations

Ensure project compliance with federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations

Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Operate office equipment including computer and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications

Four years of increasingly responsible professional experience in civil and/or traffic engineering, including one year of supervisory responsibility

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, traffic engineering, or a related field

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license

Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a professional civil or traffic engineer in the State of California

Benefits

2.5% Education Incentive - Bachelor's Degree

5% Education Incentive - Master's Degree

HOLIDAYS: • 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours holiday credit.

MANAGEMENT LEAVE: • 80 hours per year for positions exempt from overtime.

VACATION: • Accrued at the rate of two weeks during the first year, increasing to five weeks during the 21st year of service.

SICK LEAVE: • Accumulated at 8 hours per month, 96 hours per year. Employees may accumulate up to 2,200 hours.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: • Health, dental and vision coverage is provided. The City's monthly contribution to health, dental and vision benefits is based on a three-tier system as follows: $ 2,110.00 Employee + Family, $ 1,494.00 Employee + 1 Dependent, $ 748.00 Employee Only, $ 450.00 Opt Out.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: • With a matching contribution by the employee, the City will contribute 1.5% of salary, increasing to 2.5% at 9+ years of service, to a voluntary 457 Plan.

RETIREE HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (RHS): • $2,880 initial deposit provided upon completion of a two (2) year vesting period. After initial contribution, the City shall contribute $130 per month.

LIFE INSURANCE: • Coverage in the amount of $120,000 is provided by the City. Supplemental coverage is available at employee cost.

DISABILITY INSURANCE: • Coverage is provided by the City, at City cost. This benefit pays 66 2/3% of the first $12,000 per month in salary.

EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: • Master's Degree Pay in the amount of 5% of salary. Bachelor's Degree Pay in the amount of 2.5% of salary.

BILINGUAL INCENTIVE LEAVE: • Employees who pass a review panel and are needed in this capacity by the department, will receive 3 hours of Bilingual Leave Time per pay period into their Compensatory Time Off (CTO) balance.

LONGEVITY PAY: • 2.5% of salary at 10 years of service.

SECTION 125 PLAN: • Providing for pre-tax deductions for employee-paid health premium and dependent care costs.