This is administrative and supervisory work to direct the schedules and activities of the Traffic Signal Unit of the Public Works Department. This requires leadership, communications skills and a high level of technical competency in traffic signal computers and electronics. The work includes planning, organizing and supervising the technical and skill activities required for public safety in the primary area of traffic signals and traffic signal systems as well as the signing and striping that is required at signalized intersections. This position is in the Traffic Signal unit which is under the Traffic Engineer Manager and the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

Develops or assists with the development of internal plans for traffic signals, signal timing plans, etc. or reviews developer/consultant submitted engineering studies, construction plans and specifications as well as traffic control plans for adherence to County criteria. Reviews traffic signal project plans for signals, signing and striping details. Conducts/reviews complex traffic engineering and signal studies and prepares written/oral reports and recommendations. Provides information and assistance to the county traffic engineers, development review engineers and capital improvement engineers as needed as well as other county staff, public agencies and the public. Works with the County Traffic Engineers to oversee the contract administration for traffic signal maintenance and traffic engineering projects. Ensures that all traffic signal devices are designed, installed, repaired, operated and maintained to federal, state and county specifications. Prepares monthly and annual traffic signal location and equipment inventories. Maintains and updates county standards and specifications for traffic signals. Determines the need for and purchases the materials required for spares and training. Maintains inventory of traffic signal materials/parts on hand. Maintains Douglas County traffic signal maintenance records. Maintains records of field inventory maps showing the location and size of conduits and the type of communications wire (copper and fiber). Prepares work orders for signal work by county crews or contractors and implements work orders prepared by the Traffic Engineer Manager or Principal Traffic Engineer addressing materials, priorities and scheduling. May direct the activities of various consultants doing traffic signal design, traffic signal timing, etc for the county. Supervises traffic signal engineers/technicians, temporary personnel and others as assigned. Maintains the time sheet records of the employees of the Traffic Signal Unit. Position may serve as part of the on-call staff for emergencies. Maintains knowledge and experience of various traffic engineering skills to be able to assist with all aspects of studies, signals, signs and striping. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

A high school diploma or GED is required Eight years of field experience or education involving the MUTCD including the design, installation, operation and maintenance of traffic signals, including the required signs and striping. Two years of supervisory experience. Knowledge and/or experience in fiber optics and radio communications preferred. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. State of Colorado Class 'B' Commercial Driver License is preferred. If obtained, must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements. Requires IMSA Level I Signs & Ma kings Certification (Level II preferred) IMSA Level I Signals Certification IMSA Level II - Traffic Signal Technician (Bench) IMSA Level II - Traffic Signal Electrician (Field) ATTSA or IMSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT) and Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) Certification IMSA Level III Signals preferred.

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