SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

Job Description:

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

Description

Open until sufficient qualified applications have been received. Must complete an official online employment application at www.cityofinglewood.org/jobs.aspx . Resumes are accepted but NOT in place of an official City Employment Application. Education requirements must be submitted in PDF format to human_resources@cityofinglewood.org with the Subject: YOUR NAME | JOB TITLE. Incomplete applications will be automatically rejected.

POSITION: Under general direction, participates and supervises staff engaged in the operation of the transportation system, including engineering, traffic operations, parking, signs, traffic paint, transportation planning, and signals and lighting. The below tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and are not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

• Reviews plans, specifications, estimates, and project studies prepared by staff, consultants, contractors, and developers;
• Collects and evaluates traffic systems, traffic flow, accidents, costs, and other statistics to ensure traffic flow and safety of the community;
• Analyze data, identify problems, and provide innovative solutions.
• Monitors and inspects work of staff in progress and upon completion;
• Receives, investigates, and responds to citizens’ complaints or inquiries;
• Recommends and enforces policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for the Division.
• Prepares and administers Division budget and monitors expenditures;
• Recommends equipment purchase and assists in developing specifications;

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Engineering AND four years of progressively responsible experience in transportation engineering. Must possess at the time of application and maintain a valid California Driver’s License. California State Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer certification is highly desired.

• Knowledge of intelligent transportation and traffic management systems technology and applications, traffic operations theory and practice, engineering office practices and procedures, management and supervision best practices, budgeting and purchasing techniques and procedures,
• Skilled in making mathematical computations and design engineering, reading and interpreting engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports, prioritizing and scheduling work activities, providing and following oral and written instructions, and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
• Ability to prepare accurate reports, provide and follow oral and written instructions; train and supervise staff, express ideas and information clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, work with little direct supervision, and exercise good judgment to prioritize and manage workload other duties.
• Proficient in operating office equipment, including computers and software, fax machines, copiers, scanners, specialized equipment, MS Office software packages, and other industry-related software.

BENEFITS: We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health insurance, a retirement plan through CalPERS, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, administrative leave, a deferred compensation plan, and a 9/80 work schedule.

THE SELECTION PROCESS: Candidates with recent related experience will be invited to participate in the Examination Process for this job classification. Must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in our examination process. Candidates will be notified via email of all testing information as it becomes available.

The examination may consist of one or more of the following: (1) Training & Experience Evaluation, (2) Skills Assessment, and (3) Qualifications Appraisal Interview with a panel of subject matter experts. Candidates must receive a 70-100 to have their names placed on the active eligibility list for one year. The top three ranks on the Eligibility List will have their application materials forwarded to the hiring authority for a selection interview.