This position plans and directs the activities of Traffic Engineering; investigates and resolves related problems and public complaints; and performs related duties as required. The incumbent works within broad policy and organizational guidelines and does independent planning and implementation, reporting progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Develops and implements division policies and procedures;
Ensures division compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, City policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety;
Reviews the work of others for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate;
Works closely with Traffic’s Division Head to Develop the division’s annual budget;
Develops and administers the division’s annual budget; monitors expenditures;
Seeks, secures and administers grant funds for special division projects and programs; prepares related reports;
Provides for adequate training;
Designs and implements an effective City traffic control system;
Conducts and/or oversees the conduct of studies to determine traffic engineering problem areas and potential solutions;
Works closely with Traffic's Division Head on projects and ensures the availability of necessary equipment, materials and personnel to obtain maximum effectiveness and efficiency;
Reviews development plans to determine appropriate traffic control requirements;
Implements neighborhood traffic control programs;
Reviews and approves driveway permits;
Inspects division projects and work for compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, plans, and standards of quality and safety; initiates corrective action as necessary;
Receives and responds to inquiries and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility; investigates and resolves public complaints;
Attends and participates in City Council meetings;
Performs general administrative / clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, attending and conducting meetings, etc.;
Attends meetings, workshops, conferences, etc., as appropriate to maintain knowledge of current trends and technology in assigned areas of responsibility; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
Bachelor’s degree in traffic engineering or closely related field ;
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