City of Peoria Arizona Human Resources Department

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City of Peoria
Job Description
 
8401 West Monroe, Suite 110 Peoria, Arizona 85345 (623) 773-7100 Fax (623) 773-7149

Title: Assistant City Traffic Engineer

 FLSA Status: Exempt

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

The purpose of this position is to complete advanced professional traffic engineering work in areas which could include traffic signals and safety, accident analysis and parking, to serve as technical advisor on projects, and update maps.  This is accomplished by acting as project manager, managing schedules and consultants, researching information, working with outside agencies, scheduling and assigning staff tasks, updating traffic networks.  Other duties include researching ordinance information, recommending changes, working with divisions and departments, investigating complaints, conducting field work, and representing the city and department in meetings and on committees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Note:  This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position.  The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position.  Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.

(S)

Sedentary

(L)

Light

(M)

Medium

(H)

Heavy

(V)

Very Heavy

Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

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Code

 Essential Functions

1

S

Manages projects by identifying needs and funding, overseeing design activities, coordinating construction goals, objectives and schedules, providing technical advice, supervising inspection activities, and authorizing expenditures.

2

S

Recommends changes by to traffic management by evaluating intersection performance, working with consultants, developing models, preparing traffic studies, reviewing accident analysis, collaborating with appropriate outside agencies, supervising signal improvements, and overseeing design and construction.

3

S

Supervises staff by planning and supervising daily tasks and activities, establishing procedures and guidelines, evaluating assigned services, coaching for performance improvement and recommending personnel actions.

4

S

Identifies needs by serving on committees, representing the department in meetings, responding to requests, complaints and inquiries, acting as department representative, providing technical advice, and working with outside agencies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

-Description of Minimum Job Requirements-

Formal Education

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field.  Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Experience

Over five years up to and including seven years experience.

Supervision

Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees or division within a department including providing input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work objectives/ effectiveness, performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed.  A first line supervisor typically performs these functions.

Human Collaboration Skills

Decisions regarding implementation of policies may be made. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations.  Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions with the public requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.

Freedom to Act

The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.

Technical Skills

Skilled: Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Budget Responsibility

Position has moderate fiscal responsibility.  Makes recommendations toward fiscal decisions within the department. May be responsible for the billing, collection and/or accounting of funds.   May be responsible for the handling and balancing of cash.

Reading

Advanced - Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents.  Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Math

Advanced - Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables.  Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Writing

Intermediate - Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.  Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Certification &
Other Requirements

Valid driver's license.

OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

-Physical strength for this position is indicated below with “X”-

Sedentary

X

Light

  

Medium

  

Heavy

  

Very Heavy

  

Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 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.

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-

-Frequency-

-Brief Description-

Standing

O

Making presentations, observing work site, observing work duties, communicating with co-workers

Sitting

C

Desk work, meetings, driving

Walking

O

To other departments/offices

Lifting

R

Supplies, equipment

Carrying

R

Supplies, equipment

Pushing/Pulling

O

File drawers, tables and chairs

Reaching

R

For supplies, for files

Handling

C

Paperwork

Fine Dexterity

F

Computer keyboard, telephone keypad

Kneeling

O

Retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Crouching

N

 

Crawling

N

 

Bending

R

Retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Twisting

F

From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicle

Climbing

C

Stairs, step stools

Balancing

N

 

Vision

F

Reading, computer screen, driving

Hearing

F

Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public

Talking

F

Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public

Foot Controls

O

Driving

Other
(specified if applicable)

 

 

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:

Computers, printers and related software, vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

C
Continuously
F
Frequently
O
Occasionally
R
Rarely
N
Never
  D
Daily
W
Several Times Per Week
M
Several Times Per Month
S
Seasonally
N
Never

-Health and Safety Factors-

Mechanical Hazards N
Chemical Hazards N
Electrical Hazards R
Fire Hazards N
Explosives N
Communicable Diseases N
Physical Danger or Abuse R
Other (see 1 below) N

-Environmental Factors-

Respiratory Hazards N
Extreme Temperatures S
Noise and Vibration N
Wetness/Humidity N
Physical Hazards S

(1) N/A

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

Hard hat, safety vest

NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

-Description of Non-Physical Demands-

-Frequency-

Time Pressure

F

Emergency Situation

O

Frequent Change of Tasks

F

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

O

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

F

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

F

Tedious or Exacting Work

O

Noisy/Distracting Environment

R

Other (see 2 below)

N

(2) N/A

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:

Office Environment

X

     Vehicle

  

Warehouse

 

     Outdoors

  

Shop

 

     Other (see 3 below)

  

Recreation/Neighborhood Center

 

 

 

(3)N/A

SIGNATURE

SIGNATURE – REVIEW AND COMMENTS: 

I have reviewed this description and understand the requirements and responsibilities of the position.

 

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Signature of Employee

 

 

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Job Title of Supervisor

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Job Title of Department Head

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Signature of Department Head

 

 

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN  RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

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8401 West Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100 - Fax (623) 773-7149

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