What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Assistant Traffic Engineer position at City of Detroit, MI?
Salary : $66,912.00 - $90,372.00 Annually
Location : Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI
Job Type : Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number : 20243184021DPWPA
Department : Dept of Public Works
Division : Transportation Planning
Opening Date : 01 / 01 / 2025
Closing Date : 4 / 30 / 2025 12 : 00 AM Eastern
Bargaining Unit : 3300-Association of Detroit Engineers (DWSD)
Description
Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the field of traffic engineering; and investigates and analyzes traffic and / or transportation problems.
Examples of Duties
1. Investigates, collects and analyzes data on traffice condidtions especially as they relate to traffic flows.
2. Performs design studies and analyses of traffic problems related to the design and positioning of traffice structures and accessories.
3. Examines alternative traffic control devices for effectiveness and makes recommendations on the selection and layout of selected equipment.
4. Directs the preparation of maps and layouts of proposed traffice structures with indications as to their general characteristics.
5. Assigns and outlines detail work to subordinates, instructs them on objectives and procedures, and reviews their work during process and upon completion.
6. May supervise Assistant Engineers and other technical staff members.
7. Devises standard methods and forms for collection and presentation of traffic data.
8. Develops traffic survey techniques.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a traffic engineering or traffic planning related field.
Three years of experience in traffic controls in urban areas and statistical analysis and reporting of traffic data.
One year of supervisory experience preferred.
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
- Interview : 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications : 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P : 100%
Additional points may be awarded for :
LDR : 01 / 20 / 2023
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following :
HEALTH
INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after :
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit . Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit
What is the highest level of education that you have obtained?
How many years of traffic related engineering experience do you possess?
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Salary : $66,912 - $90,372
