City of Tacoma
The City of Tacoma Public Works Department and its Transportation Division is looking for an engineer to review, analyze, and develop signal timing and phasing to support the City’s 350+ traffic signals as well as other related determinations for similar traffic control features.
This Traffic Signal Engineer will independently, and/or with direction/guidance from a licensed engineer if/when applicable, perform engineering task assignments which support the operation and safety of the City’s transportation system. Tacoma is a sustainable community with many diverse residents, businesses, and visitors who have various transportation priorities. The City is strategic in how it plans its transportation system with an emphasis on safely conveying people and goods that foster Tacoma’s culture, character, and competitiveness. The City’s transportation system offers multimodal travel options from micromobility to high-capacity transit that support safe access for all users and neighborhoods, encourages healthy living, and protects the environment.
The incumbent will need to exhibit strong, progressively responsible experience specific to traffic signals, signal timing principles, technology, and equipment. Additionally, experience with and/or propensity to learn about streetlighting, intelligent transportation systems, and/or other areas of civil engineering and project management, including traffic operations and safety, right-of-way design, and permitting regulations, would also be valued from someone in this position. Ultimately, the position will be collaborating and building strong relationships with internal city staff, agency partners, advocacy organizations, and the community to develop decisions that are effective and supportive of the City’s goal for a safe and equitable transportation system. The Principles that Guide Us: Tacoma, theCity of Destiny, has a workforce of dedicated, talented employees with unique skills and perspectives. We embrace innovation and strive for excellence and community engagement. The Principles that Guide Us,
Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Equity ,speak to the values that we embody as City of Tacoma employees, and represent the core of our work in public service.
Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering or directly related field
Minimum Experience* 2 years of engineering-related experience; or possession of Washington State EIT
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements As Assigned: Washington State Driver's License
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Positions in this class typically require: remaining in a stationary position for 90% of the time with occasional movement to access office files, machinery and similar productivity tools (standing, sitting, walking). constant operation of a computer, as well as use of a calculator, printer and similar office tools (fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions). communication and the exchange of information with others (hearing, seeing, talking). occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (sedentary work). Work may also occasionally require: movement around the workplace to pick up objects (stooping, walking, reaching). traversing, ascending or descending stairs, sloped terrain, or similar environments (climbing, balancing, walking). exerting up to 20 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (light work).
Desired Qualifications: Two or more years of progressively responsible professional traffic engineering experience specifically relating to traffic signal systems (or similar), and preferably within a government setting.
An EIT certification (or Professional Engineer license) is also preferred.
Experience with traffic signal operations and design; additional understanding/experience with streetlight systems/design and/or intelligent transportation system design is desirable. Experience with transportation planning and engineering, and knowledge of civil engineering standards and practices. Ability to research, prepare, and present technical recommendations to other departments, officials, and external groups. Strong customer service skills and the ability to organize and express ideas through excellent oral and written communication to a wide variety of audiences. Ability to work with diverse audiences and build relationships with internal and external partners. Effective participant in multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of innovative and current transportation engineering/planning best practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Conversant in AutoCAD, MS Office, traffic analysis software such as Synchro, and possess the ability to learn new applications. Apply All interested individuals should
apply online and attach a resume and cover letter
that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position
.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Communication from the City of Tacoma We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. (For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.) #J-18808-Ljbffr
The incumbent will need to exhibit strong, progressively responsible experience specific to traffic signals, signal timing principles, technology, and equipment. Additionally, experience with and/or propensity to learn about streetlighting, intelligent transportation systems, and/or other areas of civil engineering and project management, including traffic operations and safety, right-of-way design, and permitting regulations, would also be valued from someone in this position. Ultimately, the position will be collaborating and building strong relationships with internal city staff, agency partners, advocacy organizations, and the community to develop decisions that are effective and supportive of the City’s goal for a safe and equitable transportation system. The Principles that Guide Us: Tacoma, theCity of Destiny, has a workforce of dedicated, talented employees with unique skills and perspectives. We embrace innovation and strive for excellence and community engagement. The Principles that Guide Us,
Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Equity ,speak to the values that we embody as City of Tacoma employees, and represent the core of our work in public service.
Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering or directly related field
Minimum Experience* 2 years of engineering-related experience; or possession of Washington State EIT
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements As Assigned: Washington State Driver's License
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Positions in this class typically require: remaining in a stationary position for 90% of the time with occasional movement to access office files, machinery and similar productivity tools (standing, sitting, walking). constant operation of a computer, as well as use of a calculator, printer and similar office tools (fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions). communication and the exchange of information with others (hearing, seeing, talking). occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (sedentary work). Work may also occasionally require: movement around the workplace to pick up objects (stooping, walking, reaching). traversing, ascending or descending stairs, sloped terrain, or similar environments (climbing, balancing, walking). exerting up to 20 pounds of force to move, transport or position objects (light work).
Desired Qualifications: Two or more years of progressively responsible professional traffic engineering experience specifically relating to traffic signal systems (or similar), and preferably within a government setting.
An EIT certification (or Professional Engineer license) is also preferred.
Experience with traffic signal operations and design; additional understanding/experience with streetlight systems/design and/or intelligent transportation system design is desirable. Experience with transportation planning and engineering, and knowledge of civil engineering standards and practices. Ability to research, prepare, and present technical recommendations to other departments, officials, and external groups. Strong customer service skills and the ability to organize and express ideas through excellent oral and written communication to a wide variety of audiences. Ability to work with diverse audiences and build relationships with internal and external partners. Effective participant in multi-disciplinary teams. Knowledge of innovative and current transportation engineering/planning best practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Conversant in AutoCAD, MS Office, traffic analysis software such as Synchro, and possess the ability to learn new applications. Apply All interested individuals should
apply online and attach a resume and cover letter
that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position
.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Communication from the City of Tacoma We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. (For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.) #J-18808-Ljbffr