OPERATIONS CREW CHIEF - TRAFFIC

The salary range for this position is $6,093.00 - $7,548.00 monthly.

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for an Operations Crew Chief - Traffic to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Traffic Operations team. The successful candidate will lead a traffic operations crew whose responsibilities include maintenance and operations of Thurston County's traffic control devices and support the many functions of the Office of the County Engineer.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Under the direction of the Traffic Operations Supervisor, oversees and monitors the County's 1,000 miles of roadways, ensuring they are properly signed and marked. This includes approximately 20,000 traffic signs, 1,200 paint line miles, 500 streetlights and over 100 traffic warning beacons.
• Prepares estimates of equipment and labor needed for all maintenance and construction projects.
• Maintains accurate inventories of parts and equipment and provides input for purchasing decisions.
• Works closely with the engineers to help coordinate between engineering staff and field operations.
• Maintains work records including timecards, work completed and accident reports.
• Leads, plans, directs and organizes crew workloads and assignments, reviews progress, directs changes in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is performed in a timely and efficient manner according to appropriate guidelines, procedures and legal regulations.

Essential Personnel: This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Environment – Split between sitting at a desk in an office and field work/review.
• Schedule – Varies by time of year.
• Travel Requirements - Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
Customer Interactions - Daily interactions via phone, in-person, and video with Thurston County staff and the public.

WHO WE ARE:

The Thurston County Public Works Department , located in Olympia, Washington, is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.

Our Core Values:

• Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service – We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation – We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety – We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork – We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.

Mission - to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.

Vision – The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.

HAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Work-Life Balance : We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future : As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family.
• Paid Leave : Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays .
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation : The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA ) : Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
  

Why you’ll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com .

Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years of journey level experience in road maintenance, construction, or traffic control maintenance and one year of supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to plan, lead, and assume responsibility for the work situation.
• Possession of a valid Washington State CDL Class A Driver's License with air brake. A valid First Aid Card; and possess valid Washington Traffic Flagging Card or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain Traffic Control Supervisory Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer with applicable software.
Ability to obtain International Municipal Signal Association Certification (IMSA) Level Signs and Markings I within 6 months of hire.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Proficient at using computers and associated software to develop work priorities, schedules, estimates, and documenting work.
• Communicates effectively orally and in writing with subordinate employees, other County employees and the public.
• Knowledge of principles and practices related to asset management.
Knowledge and experiences installing and maintaining traffic control devices and applying the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:

Questions about this recruitment? Please contact Ryan Ashley, Traffic Operations Supervisor, at 360-867-2325 or ryan.ashley@co.thurston.wa.us

This position is:

• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits

Items required for consideration:

• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Supplemental Questions

Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.