Transportation Engineer Associate

Position Responsibilities

• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Determines traffic and parking control needs and prepares and approves work orders for City sign & paint crews to implement.
• Communicate and presents to the Transportation Commission, the Bicycle Advisory Committee, the Pedestrian Advisory Committee and neighborhood groups/HOAs.
• Prepares policies, guidelines and procedures for Transportation Engineering and Public Works Division staff..
• Prepares requests to MetroPlan for transportation planning model outputs for use in Transportation Impact Analysis preparation.
• Prepares reports for and makes presentations at Transportation Commission meetings.
• Solicits citizen input and assists community groups on traffic issues, performs analyses, and works toward mutual resolution, on a proactive basis, and attends public meetings as required.
• Reviews signalized intersection operations throughout the City on a regular basis, correcting issues related to proper operations and safety based upon engineering judgment and current traffic engineering practice.
• Assists in the development, maintenance and operation of computerized transportation planning model.
• Represents City engineering concerns and coordination at Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) field reviews, scoping meetings, and project development meetings to assure proposed ADOT projects interact, but do not conflict, with City facilities.
• Performs a wide variety of special assignments relating to the City Transportation Engineering Section and MetroPlan.
• Conducts detailed plan review to assure compliance with original project scope, regulatory requirements, and sound engineering practice.
• Assists the general public and other City staff that have transportation engineering related problems or concerns that require technical advice, response, research, and/or recommendations.
• Develops and presents technical data and recommendations to both technical and non-technical staff.
• Performs a wide variety of special assignments to help with specific Division/Section-wide initiatives.
• Performs field review and assessments.
• Performs field sampling and field inspection duties.
• Safely operates a vehicle in the performance of business-related activities and assigned duties.
• May assist other staff and programs as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with additional course work in Transportation Engineering or Transportation Planning, or a combination of relevant Transportation Engineering experience and specialized training to satisfactorily execute the tasks assigned to this position.
• Experience with applicable computer systems and software, such as: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Synchro, Simtraffic AutoCAD, TransCAD, Highway Capacity Software, ArcGIS, RODEL, TRAX Pro, and PETRA Pro.
• Valid driver's license.
• Any combination of relevant education and relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Minimum requirements such as driver's license may not be substituted and are required at time of hire.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field.
• Engineer-in-Training (IT).
• Professional training specializing in transportation planning.
• Experience in public works related operations and maintenance.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.

Current Compensation and Benefits We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you’ll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community. Our total compensation package includes best-in-class benefits and an annual salary of $66,289.60 - $99,424.00, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Plus:

• Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
• Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of approximately 12%
• Deferred Compensation Options
• Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
• Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
• 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
• First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
• Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Employer Assistance Program
• Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
• Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers

Please note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change based on future policy change, budgetary impact, and Council changes. The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!

Benefits

The City belongs to Northern Arizona Public Employees Benefit Trust (NAPEBT), a consortium formed to combine resources and leverage buying power in order to provide comprehensive and cost-effective benefits to employees. NAPEBT currently includes the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino Community College, Flagstaff Unified School District, Mountain Line, Kachina Village Improvement District, and the Coconino County Accommodation School. NAPEBT continually works to ensure a better benefits package than any of the employers could offer individually, which keeps benefits costs down for employees.

INSURANCE Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability options.

RETIREMENT Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), or the Elected Officials Retirement Plan (EORP) based on eligibility requirements.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Employees may make pre– or post-tax contributions to a 457 Retirement Plan through Voya, Nationwide, or Mission Square account via Payroll Deduction.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare benefits, Arizona State or Public Safety Retirement, annual vacation, 13 paid holidays, paid Parental Leave, an offsite health clinic, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program and incentives, First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance Program, and so much more. The City of Flagstaff is a Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer. To view comprehensive benefits information, click here