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City of Portland Senior Engineering Associate - Traffic in Portland, Oregon

Senior Engineering Associate - Traffic

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Senior Engineering Associate - Traffic

Salary

$47.59 - $60.65 Hourly

Location

1120 SW 5th Ave, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2024-00622

Bureau

Portland Bureau of Transportation

Opening Date

06/17/2024

Closing Date

7/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Benefits
Questions

The Position

The City Council has approved a 3.3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for all eligible employees of the City of Portland for the fiscal year, effective from July 1, 2024. As a result, the salary for this position may increase due to the approved COLA.

Job Appointment: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Flexible Work Schedule Monday - Friday

Work Location: Hybrid (20 hours per week in person, 20 hours working remotely). In person work will be conducted at The Portland Building: 1120 SW Fifth Avenue, Portland, OR 97201. Remote work must be performed in Oregon or Washington.

Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position.

Union Representation: This classification is represented by PROTEC17. To view current labor agreements, please visit here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) .

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.

Portland Bureau of Transportation is looking for their next Senior Engineering Associate - Traffic

ABOUT THE POSITION:

This position is in the Traffic Design Section which resides within PBOT’s Traffic Systems and Operations Group. Senior Engineering Associates in the Traffic Design Section are responsible for performing intermediate to complex multi-modal traffic engineering analysis and design as well as construction traffic control in support of capital improvement projects. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an engineering background in multi-modal traffic design and operations, and who enjoys working with technical staff, design consultants, contractors, and the public on infrastructure improvements.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

Be a member of the PBOT team – a national leader in traffic engineering and innovation, championing the PBOT Strategic Plan goals of Safety, Moving People and Goods, and Asset Management.
Provide traffic engineering support for the planning and project development stages of multi-modal capital projects. Collaborate with intra-bureau teams in scoping projects by performing traffic analyses, preparing concept designs, and providing planning level cost estimates.
Performs technical traffic analysis including pedestrian crossing analyses, capacity analyses, turning movements, and crash analysis.
Prepare technical reports to evaluate and document design options, and present traffic design recommendations to project teams and managers.
Develop concept designs that incorporate City policies and goals on Vision Zero, Equity, PedPDX-Pedestrian crossings, Bicycle Master Plan/Portland Protected Bike Lane Guide, and the green/active transportation modal hierarchy.
Provide traffic engineering support for the design stage of large multi-modal capital projects. Design/prepare/review contract documents (plans, specifications, estimate) for signing, striping, geometric design, and construction traffic control in conformance with City and industry traffic design standards.
Conduct field investigations and site reconnaissance to assess site conditions and identify potential problems and solutions.
Provide traffic engineering support for the construction stage of large multi-modal capital projects. Review contractor traffic control plans, signing submittals, and material submittals. Perform on-site review of striping layouts and punch lists for signing and striping.
Collaborate with contractors, construction managers, and inspectors in addressing construction issues. Provide solutions to address traffic related issues that arise in construction.
Provide technical information to project managers for communications with the public and meet with the public as requested by the project manager.

WHO YOU ARE:
Experienced Engineer: You hold a Professional Engineer's license or an Engineer-In-Training Certificate and have a background in multi-modal traffic design and operations. You enjoy working with technical staff, design consultants, contractors, and the public on infrastructure improvements.
Problem Solver: You excel in identifying problems and collaborating with others to find creative solutions. You’ve demonstrated the ability to remain flexible, agile, and calm in a high-paced environment. You utilize active listening and effective communication in working with others to find resolution
Dedicated: You have a passion for public service and hold a high level of pride in making sure that projects and tasks are effectively and efficiently completed
Organized: This position is fast paced, dynamic, and requires a candidate who can multi-task, bring focus, and finish tasks in a timely, accurate and professional manner
Excellent Communicator: You are a strong communicator to both technical and non-technical individuals.

ABOUT THE BUREAU:

The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, operate, and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving. For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit Transportation | Portland.gov. The Portland Bureau of Transportation embraces diversity, models inclusivity, and promotes equity through its service delivery, internal operations, organizational culture, and in its work with partners and the community.

Questions?

Anna Morgan, Senior Recruiter

Bureau of Human Resources

Anna.Morgan@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position. Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their resume and responses to supplemental questions how their education, training and/or experience meets each of the following minimum qualifications:

Experience in applying the theory, principles and practices of traffic engineering in a design, operations, or modeling role.
Experience analyzing and modifying the design of streets, intersections, and traffic control devices to improve multi-modal safety and mobility.
Experience in applying relevant traffic regulatory laws, ordinances, codes, standards and/or specifications to traffic engineering design. Examples include City and ODOT standards and specifications, provisions of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and other technical manuals.
Knowledge of traffic control devices and equipment design, operation, materials, and construction techniques.
Ability to interact effectively with City staff, other agencies, consultants, contractors, community groups, and/or residents to problem solve.

Applicants must also possess:

Valid state driver's license with acceptable driving record (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/recruitment-training/welcome-new-employee)
An Engineer-In-Training Certification (passed NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering examination at time of hire) or a Professional Engineer's license
Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering field AND
At least two years of progressively responsible traffic engineering experience

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between June 17 , 2024 and July 8, 2024

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Answer the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:
Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)

Application Tips:
The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos (https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a) and offers How to Apply (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/events) Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.
Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
Do not attach materials not requested.
All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment.
All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of July 8, 2024
An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes) for complete information.
Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of July 15, 2024
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): Mid - July/Early August 2024
The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD

Step 6: Start Date: TBD
A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

Timeline is approximate and subject to change without notice

Additional Information

Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following:

Veteran Preference
ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
Work Status
Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
Carrot Fertility
Wellness Benefits
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
Employee Assistance Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement
Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
Family Medical Leave
City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!

Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/benefit-offerings/benefits-quickstart-guide/benefit-plan-summaries-highlight-guides) .

Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.

The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.

Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering "No", to any of the Yes/No questions or answering an essay question with the following "See resume", or entering "N/A" for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the "To Qualify" section may eliminate you from further consideration.

Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.

Have you read and understood all the information listed above?

Yes
No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.

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Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)

03

The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)
My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality.
You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality.

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Do you have experience in applying the theory, principles and practices of traffic engineering in a design, operations, or modeling role?
Yes
No

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Provide a detailed example(s) of your experience in applying the theory, principles and practices of traffic engineering in a design, operations, or modeling role.