Job Description
JOB Application Deadline:
Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM First Round Interviews:
Week of June 22, 2026 Anticipated Start Date:
Monday, July 13, 2026 Queen Creek's Town Council approved a 3.0% range adjustment effective 6/20/2026; the pay range for this position will be adjusted following this effective date. JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Incumbents in this class perform technical and professional traffic engineering work in both the office and field environments. Incumbents perform a variety of duties including field investigations, data collection, data analysis, plan review, engineering design, coordination with contractors, consultants, and Town staff, and communication with the public. The primary focus of the position is in the area of traffic control plan review. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a professional, journey-level classification in the engineering job family. Work involves the application of sound technical principles and best practices associated with planning, diagnosis, troubleshooting and problem solving. Incumbents demonstrate specific knowledge, follow established practices and processes, and perform varied assignments in traffic engineering. The Traffic Engineering Analyst is distinguished from the Traffic Engineer by the performance of less complex professional-level projects without the requirement of a Professional Engineer (PE) license. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs. Plan, design, review, and approve temporary traffic control, signing, and pavement marking plans in compliance with federal, state, and Town standards and codes. Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public, Town staff, or other jurisdictions regarding traffic calming, signals, signage, striping, and related topics. Perform field investigations related to all types of traffic calming and traffic control issues. Manage, prepare, and conduct traffic control studies, including traffic signal warrant studies, parking studies, speed limit studies, left-turn warrant and collision analyses, traffic impact studies, capacity improvement project reviews, and traffic control planning, review and approval; develop recommendations and present findings to Town staff and/or neighborhood representatives; implement strategies to reduce accidents and improve traffic control. Plan, design, and coordinate traffic control and transportation activities for special and major events within the Town, including working with event representatives and performing public relations responsibilities for traffic control during these events; supervise temporary traffic control during events. Review, evaluate, and approve transportation components of plans for private development and street construction projects. Develop and implement the neighborhood traffic management program regarding traffic flows; work with neighborhood groups and citizens to resolve issues and implement solutions. Order materials, prepare work orders, manage budgets, and coordinate installation of signage, pavement markings and traffic calming features of Town staff and outside sources. Develop and utilize automated spreadsheet programs and enter related traffic data; produce statistical reports related to traffic counts, signals and other traffic engineering applications; draft plans and diagrams on the computer. Performs related work as assigned. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS
Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X" Sedentary:
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Light:
Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. X Medium:
Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Heavy:
Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Very Heavy:
Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
C F O R N Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never 2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs Note:
This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation. Physical Demand Brief Description C F O R N
Standing Communicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work duties X Sitting Desk work X Walking To other departments/offices/office equipment X Lifting Supplies, files X Carrying Supplies, files X Pushing/Pulling File draws, tables and chairs X Reaching For supplies, for files X Handling Paperwork X Fine Dexterity Computer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipment X Kneeling Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground X Crouching Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground X Crawling Under equipment X Bending Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground X Twisting From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicles X Climbing Stairs, step stool X Balancing On step stool X Vision Reading, computer screen, driving X Hearing Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipment X Talking Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone X Foot Controls Driving X Other (Specify) MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
Standard office equipment; vehicle ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
D W M S N Daily Several Times Per Week Several Times Per Month Seasonally Never Health & Safety Factors D W M S N
Health & Safety Factors D W M S N
Mechanical Hazards X Respiratory Hazards X Chemical Hazards X Extreme Temperatures X Electrical Hazards X Noise and Vibration X Fire Hazards X Wetness/Humidity X Explosives X Physical Hazards X Communicable Diseases X Physical Danger or Abuse X Other (Specify Below PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
None NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS
C F O R N Continuously Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never 2/3 or more time 1/3 to 2/3 of time Up to 1/3 time < 1 hour per week Never occurs Description of Non-Physical Demands C F O R N
Time Pressure X Emergency Situation X Frequent Change of Tasks X Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime X Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously X Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team X Tedious or Exacting Work X Noisy/Distracting Environment X Other (Specify Below) PRIMARY WORK LOCATION
X Office Environment Warehouse Shop Recreation/Neighborhood Center X Vehicle Outdoors X Combination of Office, Vehicle and Field Other (Specify Below)
