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Hamilton County, Ohio · 1 day ago

Senior Traffic Engineering Technician (4661-50)

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$32.89/hr - $39.61/hr

Hamilton County, Ohio is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineering Technician to join their Engineer's Office. The role involves conducting and analyzing traffic engineering studies, managing traffic control devices, and providing technical support for engineering decisions and policy compliance.

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Responsibilities

Independently conduct and analyze traffic engineering studies including traffic volume counts, speed studies, crash data analysis, sight distance evaluations, and parking studies

Perform engineering evaluations and develop technical recommendations in accordance with OMUTCD, ODOT, and FHWA standards

Lead the evaluation, placement, and documentation of traffic control devices, including signs, pavement markings, and related safety features

Manage the traffic sign retroreflectivity program, including inspections, compliance documentation, and coordination with staff

Conduct field investigations and safety evaluations in response to citizen concerns, crash trends, and service requests, and prepare defensible written findings

Review and provide technical comments on development plans, driveway permits, and temporary traffic control plans

Prepare technical memoranda, reports, correspondence, and recommendations supporting engineering decisions and policy compliance

Operate and oversee the use of traffic data collection equipment and traffic engineering software systems

Maintain and manage traffic engineering databases, asset inventories, and GIS-related data

Coordinate traffic engineering activities with engineers, contractors, utilities, local jurisdictions, and regulatory agencies

Serve as a technical resource to Engineering Technicians and assist with training and mentoring

Respond to inquiries from the public, elected officials, and other agencies regarding traffic safety and operational issues

Assist engineers with roadway safety audits, capital improvement projects, and long-range planning efforts

Perform related duties as assigned

Qualification

Traffic engineering principlesTraffic data collectionGIS applicationsProject coordinationTechnical writingCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

Must possess a valid state of residency driver's license

Must remain insurable under the County's vehicle insurance policy

Advanced knowledge of traffic engineering principles, traffic control devices, and applicable laws, standards, and manuals

Ability to independently evaluate traffic and safety issues and develop technically sound recommendations

Strong technical writing and documentation skills

Ability to coordinate multiple projects and prioritize workload

Proficiency with traffic data collection equipment, asset management systems, and GIS applications

Benefits

Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package

Generous Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Earned Personal Days

Paid Parental Leave

Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option

Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!