Traffic Signal Supervisor (Engineering Services Manager III) - Public Works

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Job Summary

This position manages and oversees the Traffic Signal program and personnel for Clark County Public Works. This position is responsible for both engineering design and traffic signal technician supervision to ensure the effective functioning of the county’s traffic signals and their coordination with traffic signals operated by regional partners. Primary responsibilities will include managing and supervising of engineering design and technical operations staff who engineer, install, troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, and replace traffic signals, railroad crossing, an intelligent transportation system (ITS).

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, transportation, geology, planning, biology, environmental science, or any other discipline applicable to the requirements of the position; and
• Five years of increasingly responsible engineering and project management experience, including the supervision of professional and technical staff.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license required; and
• Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) and Professional Civil Engineer in the State of Washington highly desired; and
• Certification and/or license in specialized field desired.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.

Knowledge of: Design and operation of traffic signal systems, computer networking including Ethernet communication, fiber optic interconnect and Ethernet radio, traffic engineering principles, application of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) in the urban and rural environment, application of hub switches and interconnect design.

Ability to: Coordinate traffic signal plans and needs with transportation planning efforts, collaborate with lead workers and resolve traffic signal operational problems in the field, and champion innovation with new technologies.

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

​First review date will be January 31st. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date.

Examples of Duties

KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises professional, technical and support staff, including recommendation for hire, promotion or discharge; initiates layoff, transfer and recall of staff; plans, directs, assigns and coordinates work; establishes standards of performance, evaluates performance, and initiates appropriate discipline as necessary.

• Prepares preliminary budget information for the Section and monitors actual expenditures; justifies funding and expenditures for section programs.

• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, budget, and priorities for projects. Provides routine reports on project management performance measures.

• Serves as subject matter expert in specialized field on cross-functional project teams.

• Identifies opportunities for improving project management systems and procedures by conducting periodic reviews of projects in progress. Recommends and implements policies and procedures related to project management.

• Interprets administrative policies to subordinates, other departments, consultants, contractors and the public.

• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays apprised of new trends and innovations within specialized field; communicates trends to staff and implements best practices.

• Develops and maintains effective relations with the public and represents the Department on various committees; at neighborhood organization and community meetings; public hearings; before governmental bodies and in legal processes.

• Prepares complex technical and administrative reports and develops critical correspondence and comprehensive reports in support of projects and decisions.

• Coordinates with other sections and departments on issues related to project delivery, grant and contract administration.

• Ensures compliance with safe work practices and rules.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary Grade

M2.205

Salary Range

$8,825.00 - $12,355.00- per month

Close Date

Open Until FilledRecruiter

Rori Jones

Email:

Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $8,825.00 - $12,355.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Vancouver, WA 98660 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Vancouver, WA 98660: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $8,825 - $12,355