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City of Oxnard
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JOB TITLE: City Traffic Engineer
AGENCY: City of Oxnard
LOCATION: Oxnard, CA
FILING DEADLINE: May 5, 2023
SALARY RANGE: $111,515.87 – $178,425.52 Annually DOE/DOQ
THE POSITION
The City Traffic Engineer manages and directs operations of Traffic and Transportation services with diverse funding sources for its distinct programmatic areas. This position has primary responsibility for large, complex budgets and functions as a key member of the department’s senior management team, formulating departmental administrative and operational policies and procedures. The City Traffic Engineer reports directly to the City Engineer and oversees a team of 9 full-time employees as well as consultants in the areas of:
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and leadership skills, be well-versed in modern principles and practices of transportation engineering and possess solid communication skills. As this position interacts with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, exceptional interpersonal skills are of the utmost importance. The successful candidate will have a proven work history of growth, the ability to effectively implement projects, and interact with staff professionally and positively. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals that possess a passion for public service, especially serving an underserved community and who recognize the opportunity to create and establish an effective and efficient administrative infrastructure for long-term success.
Key characteristics and attributes:
THE CITY OF OXNARD
Located on the beautiful Southern California coast, the City of Oxnard is the most populous city in the County of Ventura with over 210,000 residents. Nestled about 60 miles northwest of Los Angeles and 35 miles south of Santa Barbara, Oxnard enjoys an expanding economy based on a healthy combination of agriculture, commercial and manufacturing development, tourism, and the U.S. Navy. Residents of Oxnard enjoy a high quality of life enhanced by the clean air and mild climate of this coastal community, the charm and solitude of the nearby Los Padres National Forest, and the cultural and educational amenities of a vibrant urban setting. Local assets include two thriving military bases, a full-service deep water port, master planned industrial parks, prime commercial and retail sites, a regional medical center and hospital and a growing community college. In addition, there are golf courses and marinas.
For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Oxnard-City-Traffic-Engineer-Brochure.pdf.
To be considered, please electronically submit your resume, cover letter and a list of five professional references (references will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) to: https://koffassociates.com/city-traffic-engineer/. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held, as well as size of staff and budgets you have managed.
For additional information, please contact:
Carlo Zabala at: (510) 342-3233
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://koffassociates.com/
The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.
AGENCY: City of Oxnard
LOCATION: Oxnard, CA
FILING DEADLINE: May 5, 2023
SALARY RANGE: $111,515.87 – $178,425.52 Annually DOE/DOQ
THE POSITION
The City Traffic Engineer manages and directs operations of Traffic and Transportation services with diverse funding sources for its distinct programmatic areas. This position has primary responsibility for large, complex budgets and functions as a key member of the department’s senior management team, formulating departmental administrative and operational policies and procedures. The City Traffic Engineer reports directly to the City Engineer and oversees a team of 9 full-time employees as well as consultants in the areas of:
- Administrative management – prepares and administers the Transportation and Mobility section of the Public Works budget. Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment which supports achieving City objectives and service expectations. Manages contracts for consultants providing traffic engineering services and coordinates traffic services with other City departments. Performs grant development: research programs for developing potential funding of traffic safety related projects.
- Communications and outreach – serves as inter-agency liaison and represents the City with other agencies on regional transportation issues, such as transportation system planning and infrastructure financing. Provides staff support and participates in committees, commissions, and citizen groups relative to transportation and traffic matters.
- Traffic operations and maintenance – manages the planning, coordination, maintenance, and repairs for 164 city-maintained signals. This includes oversight of inhouse and contract staff and the operations of a Traffic Management Center. Assesses traffic conditions and implement measures for improving traffic flow on corridors and at intersections. Reviews and approves citywide signing and striping work orders.
- Development review for traffic related items – oversees a team that provides comprehensive review of development related projects as it relates to transportation and traffic areas, including CEQA documents; technical reports; and improvement plans.
- CIP projects related to traffic and active transportation – directs oversight of transportation and traffic related Capital Improvement Plan projects with a variety of complex funding sources. Reviews and provides strategies to complete the bicycle and pedestrian networks, consistent with applicable master plans.
- Program management – Oversees traffic calming programs and citizen requests. Manages several traffic calming programs (e.g. speed hump program); citizen requests (through an app called 311); and inquiries from the public for traffic related items and improvements. School zone safety: works with school administration to improve school zone safety and operations.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and leadership skills, be well-versed in modern principles and practices of transportation engineering and possess solid communication skills. As this position interacts with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, exceptional interpersonal skills are of the utmost importance. The successful candidate will have a proven work history of growth, the ability to effectively implement projects, and interact with staff professionally and positively. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals that possess a passion for public service, especially serving an underserved community and who recognize the opportunity to create and establish an effective and efficient administrative infrastructure for long-term success.
Key characteristics and attributes:
- Demonstrate extensive experience with planning, design, and implementation of traffic, transportation, and/or public works projects
- Able to provide expertise in municipal engineering, particularly related to capital improvement projects and traffic operations
- Demonstrated knowledge of regulations and experience working collaboratively with governmental agencies
- Approachable. Seeks open communication, collaboration, and working in a team-oriented environment
- Flexible. Able to meet clear goals and expectations, while remaining agile with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- A ‘roll up their sleeves’ type of person – understands the importance and value of providing high performance and excellent customer service to the community
- A ‘can-do’ mentality who thrives on challenges and working on a high performing team
THE CITY OF OXNARD
Located on the beautiful Southern California coast, the City of Oxnard is the most populous city in the County of Ventura with over 210,000 residents. Nestled about 60 miles northwest of Los Angeles and 35 miles south of Santa Barbara, Oxnard enjoys an expanding economy based on a healthy combination of agriculture, commercial and manufacturing development, tourism, and the U.S. Navy. Residents of Oxnard enjoy a high quality of life enhanced by the clean air and mild climate of this coastal community, the charm and solitude of the nearby Los Padres National Forest, and the cultural and educational amenities of a vibrant urban setting. Local assets include two thriving military bases, a full-service deep water port, master planned industrial parks, prime commercial and retail sites, a regional medical center and hospital and a growing community college. In addition, there are golf courses and marinas.
For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Oxnard-City-Traffic-Engineer-Brochure.pdf.
To be considered, please electronically submit your resume, cover letter and a list of five professional references (references will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) to: https://koffassociates.com/city-traffic-engineer/. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held, as well as size of staff and budgets you have managed.
For additional information, please contact:
Carlo Zabala at: (510) 342-3233
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://koffassociates.com/
The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.