Traffic Engineer II

Posting Expires : 10 / 19 / 25 Salary Range : $68,156.41 - $90,988.81 General Description and Classification Standards : Manages engineering projects, which includes providing professional / technical engineering, engineering design and review, writing standards, survey work, and inspections. Completes and oversees a variety of assignments in one or more specialized areas of transportation systems and programs involving research, planning, design, technology, materials, construction, traffic safety, traffic operations and maintenance. Supervision Received : Perform work under general supervision with review and advice from manager or a senior level professional. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Prepare and approve designs for Public Services / Engineering projects in accordance with general engineering principles and City standards. Conduct construction inspections, review and approve contractor pay requests, review and process construction change orders. Manage the maintenance of traffic control devices through subordinates. Conduct traffic studies to determine the safety and appropriateness of traffic control devices on the roadway and at intersections. Investigate traffic problems and recommend methods to improve traffic flow and safety. Use technology to monitor traffic flow and conditions. Maintains high ethical standards and professionalism. Provides transparent visual reports of design and construction transportation projects within the City of Atlanta. May perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge Skills and Abilities : This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices. Knowledge of drafting. Knowledge of public works design and construction. Ability to operate personal computers, plotters, and related GIS equipment and software. Knowledge of the Microsoft software package. Ability to instruct others in the operation and use of engineering software. Ability to direct the work of others. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other divisions, and the public. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to read, interpret and produce maps, engineering drawings and graphics from engineering software. Minimum Qualifications : Education and Experience – 1. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. 2. Three (3) years of experience in traffic and / or transportation engineering. Licensures and Certifications – Georgia driver’s license. Preferred Requirements – Three (3) plus years of experience in traffic and / or transportation engineering; EIT certification.