Traffic Operations Superintendent City of Chesapeake

• 3.6 Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time $75,096
• $110,000 a year 5 hours ago Qualifications Outdoor work experience Driver's License Maintenance records management Driving Data entry Traffic control for work zones Operations planning Full Job Description Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Traffic Operations Superintendent Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Division

PUB WORKS TRAFFIC ENGIN

Requisition Number 2026421 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule 7:00am

• 3:30pm; Monday-Friday; Alpha essential. Employee may work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or city-wide emergencies. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R
• Routine Pay Grade GE17 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $75,096
• $110,000; Depending on qualifications and experience.

Job Description The Operations Section of Public Works is seeking an experienced Traffic Operations Superintendent to oversee traffic field operations and assist with emergency response efforts related to natural and man made disasters. The ideal Traffic Operations Superintendent will have experience performing these duties in a local government setting and possess the leadership skills needed to inspire and motivate employees to achieve the Department's mission efficiently and effectively. The Traffic Operations Superintendent 's responsibilities include: Conducting field investigations to determine operational traffic engineering needs. Planning, assigning, scheduling, and supervising traffic activities, including the erection, installation, fabrication, repair, and quality control inspection of traffic control devices. Overseeing and approving expenditures and preparing reports. Writing specifications for tools, materials, and supplies and maintaining an adequate inventory. Investigating and responding to traffic inquiries by telephone, correspondence, or in person. Performing related tasks as necessary, including planning street closures and detours. Ensuring employees receive appropriate safety and equipment training. Performing supervisory duties, including work order data entry, timecard management and approval, employee performance evaluations, staff counseling, and the establishment of performance measures. Assisting with and executing activities during inclement weather and emergency management responses. This position may work 12 hour shifts before, during, and after natural or man made disasters to help restore essential City services. The Traffic Operations Superintendent must be able to perform work outdoors in all weather conditions and lay out work zones, including coordinating with Miss Utility. The position requires knowledge of traffic signals, pavement markings, and work zone safety, along with the ability to plan jobs and match available resources to operational needs. The successful candidate must also be able to maintain work orders, logs, forms, records, material expenditures, equipment status, and other work related information and perform the data entry necessary to capture that information. Experience with Kronos and Maximo is desirable. IMSA Signal Level 1, IMSA Pavement Marking Level 1, and VDOT Advanced Work Zone Safety certifications are preferred. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

: Requires a bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in civil engineering or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards .

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Experience in Kronos and Maximo desirable. IMSA Signal Leve 1, IMSA Pavement Marking Level 1, and VDOT Advanced Work Zone Safety certifications preferred. Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 08/26/2026 Job Close Date 09/14/2026 Open Continuous Special Instructions to Applicants In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium

• Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Physical Demands C = Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Standing Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Crawling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Twisting Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Climbing Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Vision Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used standard office equipment; city vehicle; traffic operations related tools Protective Equipment Required all required PPE Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration W = Several Times Per Week Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Office Environment, Vehicle, Outdoors Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously

• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Time Pressures Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) no Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4