Traffic Engineer

This classification has been designated as a non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position.

The City Traffic Engineer is responsible for planning and directing the functions and activities of the Traffic Engineering Services unit of the Transportation Department. This class performs related duties as required.

The City Traffic Engineer is responsible for the development and implementation of an efficient and safe street transportation system. The City Traffic Engineer reports to the Deputy Transportation Director for the application of engineering principles and techniques to the solution of traffic problems. The City Traffic Engineer acts as a liaison with other jurisdictions, agencies, the Police Department, developers, and the general public on traffic maintenance and improvements.

Programs are developed and executed with considerable technical independence within the constraints of accepted engineering principles and general policies. This class is FLSA exempt-executive.

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All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

Any combination of training, education, or experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Traffic Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Extensive (5+ years) progressively responsible professional traffic engineering experience, preferably with a municipality.

Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer. Registration in the state of Arizona is required within six months of hire. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date.

Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug, and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.

Specialized graduate traffic courses or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or Transportation Engineering is preferred.

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