Senior Civil (Traffic) Engineer

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DEADLINE TO APPLY: This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the Cit/Docuy are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first application review is scheduled for August 10, 2026.

General Purpose:
The Senior Civil Engineer serves under the general direction of the Public Works Director and/or City Engineer.  The position is responsible for providing professional journey level engineering assistance to the City.  Particular emphasis may be in the areas of general engineering, transportation planning, traffic engineering, subdivision and private development plan checking, assessment district engineering, permit issuance, capital project planning, design and construction management, and public works inspection services.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate for the Senior Civil (Traffic) Engineer position is a knowledgeable, proactive, and solution-oriented transportation professional who thrives in a dynamic municipal environment and demonstrates strong technical expertise in transportation planning, traffic engineering, traffic operations, and project delivery.

The ideal candidate has substantial experience in transportation planning efforts such as corridor studies, active transportation improvements, traffic impact analysis, circulation planning, safety programs, and multimodal mobility improvements. They are experienced in reviewing plans, specifications, traffic studies, and engineering analyses for capital improvement and private development projects. They are skilled in traffic signal operations, signal timing and coordination, traffic safety analysis, intelligent transportation systems, and operational improvements that enhance safety, mobility, and efficiency throughout the transportation network.

Experience preparing and administering grant-funded projects, securing transportation funding, developing capital improvement projects, preparing technical reports, and coordinating with regional and state agencies is highly desirable. The successful candidate is comfortable managing multiple priorities and exercising sound engineering judgment in addressing complex transportation issues.

This candidate is an effective communicator and collaborative leader. They can provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering and technical staff while coordinating with internal departments, consultants, developers, utilities, regional agencies, and the public. They are able to present complex technical information and recommendations clearly to management, commissions, City Council, and other decision-makers.

Most importantly, the ideal candidate is committed to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality transportation infrastructure and services that improve mobility, enhance safety, and support the City's long-term transportation goals.

The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Coordinates and manages responsible engineering and construction work in conjunction with municipal public works projects.
• Reviews engineering plans, specifications, subdivision maps and related engineering documents.
• Oversees the plan review and inspection activities of private development improvements.
• Coordinates and manages the City’s Capital Improvement Program.
• Approves project plans and specifications in the City Engineer’s absence.
• Assists in preparing operating and capital improvement program budgets.
• Supervises both City and contract employees.
• Represents the City on various local and regional committees relating to transportation and engineering issues.
• Prepares reports and grant applications.
• Supervises and coordinates contract agreements and activities including various engineering and inspection services.
• Coordinates engineering work with other departments, consultants, contractors, developers and property owners.
• Develops work schedules, assigns tasks, and evaluates performance of various professional and technical staff.
• Performs other duties as required.

Training and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related field.  Additional formal education is desirable. 

Experience:
A minimum of four years of full-time professional civil engineering and supervisory experience required.  Public agency experience desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

• Requires Professional Engineer License in the State of California.  Possession of a Traffic Engineering license is highly desirable for the position of Senior Civil Engineer (Traffic).
• Possession of a valid California Class C drivers’ license and Certificate of Automobile Insurance for Personal Liability.

Knowledge of: 

• Civil engineering, practices and procedures.
• Local and state laws governing land development, public projects and assessment districts.
• Techniques and materials commonly used in the construction and maintenance of public projects.
• Customer service techniques.
• Accepted principles of supervision and of work organization.

Ability To:

• Perform engineering work expected of a registered civil engineer.
• Review and analyze engineering and capital improvement projects and programs.
• Prepare and review department budgets, contracts, reports and related engineering documents.
• Present clear and concise verbal and written reports.
• Deal effectively with representatives from public and private agencies and with the general public in coordinating activities and resolving problems.
• Effectively direct the work of subordinate employees.

Physical Standards:
The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
An employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to bend and twist to reach files, walk and stand. 

While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.