Traffic Engineering Technician
Help keep Cedar Rapids moving safely and efficiently. The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a Traffic Engineering Technician to lead data-driven traffic safety programs, coordinate roadway improvements, and support infrastructure decisions that impact the daily lives of our community.About our OrganizationAt the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds, and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.About our CommunityNestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city .Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!About this OpportunityCoordinates the analysis, development and implementation of traffic safety and traffic control programs.The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesManages GIS and crash data programs, railroad surface and safety program, and the traffic counting program.Reviews and evaluates right-of-way, excavation and special event permits to determine street closure and/or traffic control needs.Responds to citizen concerns and requests; evaluates requests for changes in street name and regulatory signs and recommends approvalsReviews final plats for regulatory sign and street lighting installation needs.Completes sign design and placement in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control standards; reviews public and private handicap parking installations.Attends pre-construction meetingsWorks with utility companies on installation and removal of street lights and reviews construction plans; recommends changes to street lightingCoordinates temporary railroad crossing closures.Researches intersection and roadway crash history; identifies concerns.Completes speed studies; reviews school crossings and routesApproves parking restrictions for special eventsPerforms related work as requiredRequired Education and ExperienceAssociate's Degree in related field andThree to five years of experience in traffic control, design and/or safety orAn equivalent combination of education and/or experienceExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft OfficeAbility to work collaboratively with a diverse populationDesired Qualifications* Experience with GIS softwareWork Schedule* Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm