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The City of Rochester, MN Traffic Operations Engineer in Rochester, Minnesota
Traffic Operations Engineer
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Traffic Operations Engineer
Salary
$91,918.00 - $135,175.00 Annually
Location
MN 55901, MN
Job Type
Regular FT
Job Number
2024024
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
04/23/2024
Description
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester welcomes applications for:
Traffic Operations Engineer
Public Works - Engineering Division
Nature of Work
The Traffic Operations Engineer is a professional level position responsible for civil engineering work for public infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: conducting traffic investigations and writing reports, performing and managing traffic operations studies, providing recommendations, and creating work orders for implementing solutions in conformance with the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MnMUTCD).
Employees regularly communicate and collaborate with consultants, designers, contractors, sub-contractors, property owners, utility companies, other departments, divisions and others involved in or affected by projects and are required to make independent decisions in resolving most problems, but informing the supervisor of unusual or controversial problems. This position is directly involved with various departmental and divisional efforts and City endeavors in providing a safe and efficient transportation system.
Pay: The 2024 starting salary range is $91,918- $108,139 per year, depending on qualifications with advancement to $135,175.
Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment.
*Serve as project manager for traffic, transportation and parking capital improvement projects.
Develop project scopes, prepare requests for proposals, and administer consultant contracts for traffic, transportation and parking design and construction projects.
Manage internal and/or consultant design team.
Ensure technical feasibility and conformance with applicable municipal, county, state, and federal standards, permits, ordinances, laws and other regulations.
Organize and facilitate neighborhood meetings during the design and construction phases as necessary.
Obtain required permits for the construction of capital improvement projects.
Manage the scope of work, budget and schedule for each assigned capital improvement project.
Communicate project-related information to consultants, contractors, neighbors, governmental agencies, Public Works Department staff, and elected officials as appropriate.
Maintain current and accurate records for each project.
Manage project construction.
Negotiate, prepare, and obtain City Council approval of construction documents.
- Provide internal and external customer service and represent the Public Works Department in relationships with service providers, citizens, and other agencies.
Respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests for information regarding unsafe or undesirable traffic conditions, and parking issues and services.
Assist and coordinate with other City departments on contracts, claims, appeals, and other matters.
Represent the City regarding parking and traffic issues and act as a liaison between other governmental agencies as assigned.
Conduct presentations and trainings on complex and technical information to City Council, Commissions, neighborhood groups, and professional organizations.
Develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all customers, other government agencies, and City staff.
Develop temporary traffic control plans for City projects, and review temporary traffic control plans for right-of-way obstruction permits.
Under direction of the supervisor, review and respond to special event requests such as parades, marathons, fund raising events, and other events that require the use of the City's transportation system.
Perform, evaluate, and recommend engineering analyses of traffic and street lighting activities, traffic control systems, traffic flow conditions, crashes, problems, complaints, conflicts and remedial possibilities and assists with preparation of investigations and reports.
Assist with all aspects of the City's traffic/transportation related programs such as: The Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, and The Residential Permit Parking Program.
*Design and review transportation engineering projects, including specifications for traffic signals, traffic signs and markings, street lighting, channelization, traffic calming measures, and parking facilities.
Plan, and design for ADA Transition Plan projects and upgrades.
Manage various civil engineering activities related to planning, designing, construction, reconstruction, utility coordination, inspection, and maintenance of various traffic engineering projects.
Assist in the review of street layouts, designs, traffic impact reports, and other reports for new developments.
Coordinate traffic control/detours for major street and highway projects for the City or other agencies.
May undertake signal timing and other operational projects.
Perform other related duties as required.
- ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in municipal engineering or related field.
Licenses and/or Certifications
Valid Driver's License
EIT/FE Certification
A Professional Engineer's license with the State of Minnesota within six months of hire.
Desirable Qualifications
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer Certification.
Experience using traffic simulation software such as Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, or similar.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: the engineering principles and practices of transportation engineering applicable to the projects assigned; the laws, ordinances, governmental regulations and specifications that pertain to traffic controls and devices; the principles and application of work zone safety .
Skill in: communication and public relations; developing and maintaining effective working relationships; and conveying and understanding of database and GIS software.
Ability to: independently make complex decisions; understand human behavior to recognize how traffic control devices and features on the roadway will be interpreted by drivers and pedestrians; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, school district, county and state staff, consulting engineers, and various City groups.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Light /Medium Work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force infrequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or up 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Frequent demands: sitting, walking, simultaneous and repetitive use of hands, wrists, and fingers.
Occasional demands: lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, bending, reaching, and handling.
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, and touch.
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
Exposure to dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals
Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)
Walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, construction sites)
Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers, trucks, excavation equipment, cranes)
Protective equipment required (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, clothing, etc.)
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36371&t=637988555643816877)
01
The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?
Yes
No
02
What is your preferred name?
03
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
Less than 2 years post-secondary training
Completion of a 2 year program or degree
Completion of a 4 year program or degree
Completion of a Master's degree or higher
None of the above
04
Other than your High School diploma/GED, which of the following best describes the field of study for your degree?
Civil Engineering
A field of study closely related to the above
My degree is in an area NOT RELATED to any of the above
N/A - I do not have a degree
05
Which of the following describes your current Professional Engineering licensure? (select all that apply)
Licensed Engineer in Training
Registered Professional Engineer with the State of Minnesota
Registered Professional Engineer with another State
Do not currently possess any Engineer license
06
How many years of professional municipal engineering experience do you have?
No experience
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year but less than 2 years
More than 2 years but less than 3 years
More than 3 years but less than 4 years
More than 4 years but less than 5 years
More than 5years
07
Describe your professional experience in municipal engineering. Do not type "see resume". If no experience, type "N/A".
08
Which of the following best describes your experience preparing Traffic Engineering Reports (i.e. Traffic Impact Reports, Intersection Control Evaluations, or Project Feasibility Reports) for public infrastructure?
Limited - I have provided some input, but have not accomplished such reports
Moderate - I have occasionally prepared traffic reports
Extensive - I have routinely/frequently prepared traffic reports
09
Please indicate the areas of Civil / Municipal Engineering that you are PROFICIENT in: (select all that apply)
Construction Management
Pavement (bituminous and concrete) construction or design
MnDOT standards
Bridge construction
Urban street design
ADA standards
Construction inspection and oversight
None of the above
10
Please indicate the versions of software in which you are proficient. (Select all that apply)
GIS
Civil 3D
AutoCAD
Synchro/SimTraffic
VISSIM
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Access or other similar database software
None of the above
11
Do you have a valid Minnesota driver's license or valid driving privileges in the State of Minnesota?
Yes
No
12
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Describe any other special training and/or work experience you feel makes you a more qualified candidate for this position.
13
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
City of Rochester
Address
201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904
Phone
(507) 328-2555
Website
https://www.rochestermn.gov/employment
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