Traffic Engineering Manager

Traffic Engineering Manager – Roads Division

Ready to Shape the Future of Transportation in Kitsap County?

We’re looking for a dynamic Traffic Manager to lead our Roads Division’s traffic planning, engineering, and operations. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, designing safer roads, improving traffic flow, and guiding long-term transportation strategies for our growing community.

As the County’s traffic expert, you’ll manage a talented team, collaborate with local and regional partners, and serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of County Commissioners. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, influencing policy, and creating innovative solutions that balance safety, efficiency, and community needs, this is your chance to lead!

• Lead and Manage the Traffic Section, setting goals, priorities, and coordinating activities.
• Supervise and Develop Staff
  , providing leadership, training, and performance management to build a high-performing team.
• Shape Policy and Standards
  , ensuring compliance with AASHTO, MUTCD, and other regulations while driving improvements in traffic operations and safety programs.
• Oversee Traffic Systems
  , including signal maintenance, timing, and operational efficiency, as well as regulatory controls like speed limits and parking regulations.
• Plan for the Future
  , developing short- and long-range transportation plans, reviewing legislation, and incorporating new technologies and best practices.
• Serve as a Key Liaison
  , working with the Board of County Commissioners, regional planning organizations, developers, and the public to resolve complex issues and find equitable solutions.

• Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Eight years of professional experience in transportation and traffic engineering
  • Three years of supervisory experience (Relevant experience may substitute for education requirements)
• Liscense
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  Licensed as a WA State Professional Engineer (PE), or in process of securing WA State comity.
• Expert Knowledge of traffic principles, planning, and operations, with the ability to apply advanced technical and administrative skills.
• Strong Leadership & Communication Skills to manage staff, negotiate solutions, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Ability to tackle complex, high-impact challenges with creativity and sound judgment.

• The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy of the current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy.
• Position Categories:
  • Category 1: operates County-owned vehicle.
  • Category 2: Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license.
• Report for duty on time and remain at work until the end of their scheduled shift even if an inclement weather event or emergency is declared as an “Essential Employee” under the Public Works Inclement Weather/Emergency Response policy.
• Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:
  • Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
  • Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
  • Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.

• Who May Apply
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  This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive…