Traffic Engineer

General Description

Join the City of Albany’s dynamic Public Works Department as a skilled Civil Engineer, PE, specializing in transportation engineering. We are looking for a passionate engineer with creative problem-solving skills to be a part of a team guiding the growth of our community’s infrastructure. Our Public Works Department is dedicated to innovating and delivering a resilient and sustainable transportation system.

Key responsibilities:

• Review Trip Generation and Traffic Impact Studies
• Safety Studies
• Interchange Justification/Modification Studies
• Transportation System Planning
• Pedestrian and Bikeway Planning
• Street Corridor and Network Analysis
• General Design and Review of Public Infrastructure

This position will provide recommendations to the general public in a manner that articulates a thorough understanding of engineering analysis, practices, policies, site conditions, and other regulatory constraints. This person will also effectively communicate with the public, regulatory agencies, and local governing & review bodies.

If you are passionate about making a difference in public infrastructure and have the expertise to drive meaningful improvements, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

• Excellent medical, vision and dental (Download PDF reader) benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low monthly out-of-pocket cost (Download PDF reader). Employee-paid premium is approximately $51 per month for employee-only coverage up to a maximum of $147 per month for family coverage.
• City-paid contribution to a VEBA Trust account for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. Currently, the annual contribution is $1,000 for employee-only and $2,000 for employee plus dependent(s).
• Paid time off –Fronted sick and vacation leave may be considered upon hire
  • 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with progressive increases
  • 8 hours of sick leave per month
  • 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays per year
  • No waiting period to use vacation and/or sick leave accruals
• Excellent retirement benefits:
  • City-paid participation in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (OPSRP and City pays 6% IAP contribution)
  • City-paid .5% contribution into pre-tax deferred compensation plan
• In addition, other benefits such as job-related college tuition and book reimbursement, employee assistance program, basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses.

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Essential Functions/Duties & Responsibilities

Distinguishing Characteristics
The Civil Engineer III is the last level of a three-tiered career path for engineering professionals. Advancement through the series is possible by meeting the requirements of the job description, obtaining required certifications, and the complexity of work performed and independence of actions.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrative examples of the various types of work that may be performed by individuals in this classification. Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents and do not include all specific essential functions and responsibilities the incumbent may be expected to perform.

• Provides engineering, analysis, and project management in support of various efforts related to the operation/maintenance and development of water, sewer, transportation, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Performs engineering design of public infrastructure.
• Prepares work schedules for complex projects, develops budgets, and programs activities of project teams. Provides training and coaching of other engineers and technicians.
• Produces contract documents and technical specifications for construction contracts. Estimates construction costs. Provide support to inspection staff during construction.
• Reviews project submittals, works with the public and property owners, acquiring additional public right-of-way as needed for projects.
• Works with other staff and the City’s consultant on the development of long-range transportation, storm, water, and wastewater master plans.
• Assists in the evaluation of utility, transportation, and traffic impacts of capital projects and development proposals, permits, rezones, plats, etc. Writes traffic, utility, and other studies and reports.
• Reviews technical and financial information for completeness, accuracy, and application of sound engineering judgment. Completes investigations, studies, and reports as required.
• Assumes a lead role in management of complex capital projects and consultant-provided engineering services. May assume a lead role in contract negotiations.
• Coordinates preparation of engineering drawings and specifications for complex municipal projects; evaluates alternatives, makes presentations, and coordinates with other agencies and individuals; reviews cost estimates, construction bids, and makes recommendations; oversees construction inspection; and reviews pay estimates.
• Performs engineering and planning studies, recommends updates and changes in support of public facility master plans, land use, environmental, and long-range capital improvements studies.
• Assumes a lead role in preparation and coordination of intergovernmental agreements, frames complex policy discussions, alternatives, and outcomes for community groups and City Council. Drafts ordinances, resolutions, and policies for community review and City Council action.
• Leads formation of local improvement districts for complex and controversial public improvements and provides coaching and guidance for project teams in resolution of construction and public relations issues.
• Keeps current on issues and practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Answers citizens' land development questions over the telephone or at the front counter. (Only applies to Civil Engineer II)
• Represents the City of Albany by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor. Regards everyone, internal and external, as a customer and deliver the best service possible in a respectful and patient manner.
• Works to create a high-performance work culture by demonstrating a positive attitude and modeling the City’s mission, vision, and values. Conducts self with high integrity, proactive in conserving City resources, and seeks and incorporates customer feedback for ongoing performance improvement. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• Serves as a member of various City committees as assigned.
• Assists other staff in the performance of their duties as assigned; and may provide training and orientation to new assigned personnel.
• Maintains regular job attendance and adherence to working hours.
• Adheres to appropriate attire, grooming, and hygiene standards established for the position.
• Operates a motor vehicle safely and legally.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Supervision/Lead Work Exercised

This is a non-supervisory position. Lead work and coordination of work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education and Experience:
Civil Engineer III: $92,958.75 to $119,771.45 annually
A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other closely related field and six years of experience in municipal engineering; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills, and abilities.

Civil Engineer II $86,787.47 to $110,765.29 annually
A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other closely related field and three years of experience in municipal engineering or
an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (Civil) in the State of Oregon; or comparable professional registration in another state and the ability to become registered in Oregon within six months of job placement.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license and a driving record that meets the City’s driving standards.
The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.

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The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for City positions. Please notify the Human Resources Department if you need any reasonable accommodation or assistance with any part of our application and screening process. Hearing impaired individuals needing assistance can call the Oregon Relay Service at 800-735-2900 and provide them this phone number: 541-917-7509. All other applications are only accepted online through our vendor, NEOGOV.