Traffic Signal Superintendent

SALARY:

$58,089.62 ($27.92/hourly) plus full benefits package

SUMMARY :

This position is responsible for the supervision and operations of the traffic signal systems which includes all maintenance, preventative maintenance, and on-call emergency service for the installation of traffic signals, signal systems, and intelligent transportation control devices on county-maintained systems under the direction of the Traffic Operations Division Manager, or designee. This position includes supervising, overseeing, and managing signal technicians and their workloads.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Supervising, coordinating, and directing the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signals and signal system devices on county-maintained signals
• Assuring that all assigned traffic signal system repair and construction work, whether by contractor, consultant, or staff is complete, accurate, and correctly performed
• Troubleshooting traffic signal equipment and supervising repairs
• Instructing traffic signal technician workers on proper safety practices and procedures and enforcing safety regulations
• Directing and instructing signal technicians on work methods, procedures, and standards related to their assignments
• Responsible for developing traffic signal systems preventative maintenance plan, implementation, and ongoing signal systems operations optimization
• Administrative responsibilities include material and budget monitoring and control; assisting in personnel selection, training and evaluation; basic management reports; and contract oversight
• Receiving work orders, establishing priorities, and assigning projects to crew leaders or individual employees
• Coordinating activities with other county staff and outside contractors and agencies
• Determining personnel, equipment, and supplies needed to accomplish required tasks
• Interviewing, recommending hiring, supervising, training, counseling, and evaluating subordinate personnel
• Performing field investigations, data collection, and inventory of roadway, intersection, and traffic signal conditions
• Providing emergency response on traffic control devices after normal working hours
• Occasionally supporting other divisions within the DOT to perform miscellaneous work or projects
• Responsible for maintaining traffic signal shop inventory, equipment, and vehicles
• Responsible for inspecting the installation and programming of video detection systems (VDS). Also responsible for ongoing VDS inspection and operations
• Inspecting all new traffic signal systems during installation and confirming that new installations adhere to DCDOT standards and specifications
• Performing final inspection for acceptance of all new traffic signal, electrical, and communications control devices
• Ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and communication driven traffic control devices county-wide adhere to the requirements of MUTCD, IMSA, NEMA, GDOT, and USDOT and FHWA regulations and standards
• Compiling rough data and preparing statistical and narrative reports from field studies
• Reading figures quickly, and accurately performing mathematical calculations
• Inspecting crew work order installations to ensure accuracy in project implementation
• Assisting in preparing work orders for traffic signal related improvement and maintenance projects
• Assisting in traffic complaint investigations and other traffic operations-related duties as assigned
• Assisting in carrying out work orders assigned by: o Traffic Operations Division Manager or designee o Director of the Department of Transportation
• Assisting in preparing staff reports to the: o Traffic Operations Division Manager or designee o Director of the Department of Transportation
• Must have high ethical and professional standards
• Performing other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major field of study in a related discipline; degree in engineering preferred
• Seven years professional related work experience o Minimum two years of which were performed in a supervisory capacity o Preferred - public services Traffic Control Devices
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be 18 years of age or older

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License (Class C) and a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR)
• Must possess International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level 2 Certification in any of the signal -related areas
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signals Design Engineer Level 1 or 2 certified, or certification within one year of hire
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Signals Field Tech Level 2 or 3 certified or certification within one year of hire
• CDL certified or certification within one year of hire
• Employee is encouraged to be an active member of one or more of the following: The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) IMSA, Georgia's Regional Traffic Operations Program (RTOP ), and Intelligent Transportation Society of Georgia (GAITS)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of county and department operations, ordinances, policies, procedures, terminology, and materials as they relate to assignment Knowledge of applicable state, federal, state, and local codes and ordinances, laws, rules, and regulations Knowledge of traffic signal principles, techniques, guidelines, practices, and equipment as related to assignment Knowledge of business English, spelling, and grammar Knowledge of basic business mathematics: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Knowledge of Douglas County roadway system and geography Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary for the safe operation of equipment, tools, machinery, and vehicles as required by assignment Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all department equipment, tools, machinery, and vehicles as required by assignment Knowledge of specialized software, machinery, materials, terminology, and/or forms essential to the assignment;

ACTRA, SEPAC, SEMARC, 3M ITS

Link Suite or more current software Knowledge of the MUTCD (Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices), IMSA and NEMA standards Skill in creating, maintaining, and organizing accurate, detailed, and complete records in accordance with standard record-keeping procedures Skill in effective inter-personal and public relations and customer service; excellent oral and written communication skills to satisfactorily resolve conflicts and issues, and to explain established policies and procedures to employees and the general public Skill in estimating and determining material and project costs Skill in identifying, troubleshooting, and diagnosing problems quickly and correctly Skill in instructing, leading, and supervising employees and/or work crews Skill in planning, prioritizing, and organizing work; ability to handle multiple work assignments efficiently, accurately, and professionally; skill in planning, prioritizing, organizing, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others Skill in the use of personal computers, MS Office Suite, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing Ability to apply common sense to understand, follow, and complete verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate and interact clearly and effectively with all those contacted in the course of work in a professional and courteous manner, both orally and in writing, establishing and maintaining effective, professional, and cordial working relationships Ability to make penciled engineering drawings from aerial photography or other mapping resources accurately and neatly; ability to perform sketch level design manually or with software programs Ability to make sound, independent decisions within policy guidelines by exercising good judgment and intelligent situation-assessment Ability to provide instruction and direction; effective leadership skills; ability to train, supervise, and motivate staff Ability to read and comprehend a variety of documents, memos, instructions, correspondence, policies, et cetera Ability to research, analyze data, and compile information to create clear and concise reports, records, correspondence, and other written material; ability to create clear, accurate, and effective presentations Ability to analyze and resolve routine, non-routine, and complex problems, evaluating alternative solutions and adopting effective course of action by applying or adapting established policies and procedures Ability and willingness to meet physical requirements for working (including lifting and carrying heavy objects) outdoors, while working in and adjacent to the roadway for extended periods of time Ability to work under stress and during emergency situations

WORK SCHEDULE

Emergency standby; the employee in this classification must provide 24 hour on-call coverage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work includes indoor and outdoor responsibilities with exposure to weather conditions Work is performed in proximity to the roadway and traffic Work may be performed in high, precarious places Work is performed near moving mechanical parts; the employee is exposed to vibration The employee is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and the risk of electric shock Work requires driving; operation of vehicle may be under potentially hazardous conditions involving road construction, inclement weather, traffic hazards, exposure to fumes and noise • The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud • The employee must participate in drug and alcohol testing and education programs.

The details listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various elements of this position and the work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them if their nature is similar, related, or a logical extension of the position