Senior Traffic Engineer

Salary: $8,359.70 - $11,201.62 Monthly
Location : City Hall - The Beaverton Building, OR
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: FY23/24-00879
Department: Public Works
Division: Operations Engineering Transportation
Opening Date: 01/17/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
The Position
The City of Beaverton is seeking a licensed civil engineer with extensive project management experience to manage the city's Transportation Capital Projects program as the Senior Traffic Engineer. This position will also lead highly technical project management, design, operation, and project delivery for traffic signal, street lighting, and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) city-wide programs.
This is a full-time, exempt, Management 2 (M2) position. There is one vacancy. The classification is Project Engineer 2.
Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Beaverton's online portal. You will need to fill out your work history and respond to several supplemental questions. Your education, skills, and experience will be evaluated using the main application form and supplemental questions; a resume and cover letter are not required and do not substitute for a complete application that includes work history. First review of applications will begin February 1.
Responsibilities

• Develop, review, approve, and implement transportation program work plans, services, policies, procedures, and reports. Set performance standards. Evaluate performance and program effectiveness and take action for improvement as necessary in coordination with the Transportation System Plan (TSP).
• Approve designs and/or manage consultants to deliver Traffic Engineering projects.
• Mentor and train staff. Schedule, assign and review work. Participate in hiring decisions. Provide opportunities for developmental training and performance coaching to employees. Assist in performance evaluations and discussions.
• Advise the Director, City Manager, Mayor, City Council, and Boards and Commissions on transportation engineering issues. Analyze intergovernmental agreements, ordinances and other related documents for policy implications. Prepare and present technical reports to City Council, Boards and Commissions.
• Serve as a member of the division senior management team.
• Represent the city on intergovernmental agency committees, including the Regional Intelligent Transportation System. Coordinate with other agencies and permitting authorities on traffic signal coordination, and fiber optic sharing.
• Prepare, recommend, and monitor the budget and capital improvement plan for the Transportation capital projects program. Authorize payments to contractors and consultants.
• Perform review of Traffic Engineering plans and project submittals, ensuring they adhere to the Engineering Standards and other regulations and requirements. such as the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devises and ODOT Standards.
• Respond to requests for information from residents, developers, consulting engineers or staff on signal design, timing, operation, and technical issues.
• Contribute to the promotion of organizational values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; support a culture of accountability within the organization and actively promote the value of respect in a multicultural environment.
• Additional duties are outlined in the classification.

Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, and
• Ten years' experience in civil engineering, including
  • Three years of experience in traffic signal design and timing, and
  • Two years of project management experience; or

An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing and special requirements

• Registration as a civil engineer in the State of Oregon, or ability to attain professional license within six months.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet the city's driving standards.
• Ability to pass reference checks and education verification and satisfy the requirements of a background check.

The City of Beaverton is committed to supporting a culture of accountability, equity and inclusion for all, especially marginalized groups. We pledge to continue the ongoing, difficult and essential work needed to address institutional racism and historical inequities in all forms.
Beaverton is a diverse city, boasting a large population of qualified persons, including women, veterans, Black, Indigenous and people of color, persons with disabilities, generational groups, persons who speak many languages and are of diverse national origins.
Studies have shown that many candidates, especially women, are less likely to apply for a job if they do not believe they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. The city's talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore encourage persons with non-traditional skill sets and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria described.
Compensation
Wage range: $8,359.70 - $11,201.62 monthly
Starting rate will be determined depending on relevant work experience as outlined in the Equal Pay Act. New hires who meet minimum requirements will start at step one. Higher steps may be offered to those who have additional years of directly related experience to the position within the posted wage range.
Total compensation package and benefitsIn addition to competitive pay, the city offers a wide variety of benefits to regular employees which make up an exceptional total compensation package.
The city pays the full retirement contribution to PERS including the employee portion; provides employees with an opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan; makes available a public service loan forgiveness program and tuition reimbursement program; and offers excellent health, dental, vision and life
Additional benefits include excellent , PTO cash out options, wellness programs and incentives, a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA with 3% employer contributions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and bilingual pay premiums.
City of Beaverton Compensation Break DownGross cash compensationStarting stepStep 1Step 4Step 7Yearly salary$100,316.40 $116,130.36 $134,419.44 Estimated benefits paid by the city - non-cash compensationPublic Employees Retirement System fully paid contributions for employee $5,266.61$6,096.84$7,057.02Medical & Dental - Max city contributions for employee +1 (dollar value)$25,181.88$25,181.88$25,181.88Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA; 3% contribution$3,009.49$3,483.91$4,032.58No-cost Tri-Met public transportation pass (dollar value)$1,200.00$1,200.00$1,200.00Total estimated non-cash compensation/benefits$34,657.98$35,962.63$37,471.48Total salary and estimated non-cash compensation value$134,974.38$152,092.99$171,890.92
The City of Beaverton provides a generous benefit package, including excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage; and employer-paid PERS retirement. Learn more about your options and employee-based benefits by clicking the link below.
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What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02
Do you have a valid driver's license and ability to meet city driving standards?

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently licensed in Oregon as a Professional Engineer?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have in traffic signal design and timing?

• Less than three years
• 3-5 years
• 5-9 years
• 10 or more years
• None of the above

Required Question