Traffic Engineer III, IV, or V
Gwinnett County, GA - USA
Job Summary
- Class Summary
- Job Description
The Traffic Engineer will report to the Division Director in the Infrastructure Development Division. This position will review development plans and traffic impact analyses submitted at both rezoning and development permit review stages to ensure compliance with the Countys Unified Development Ordinance and adopted standards. Elements in the development plans to be reviewed include street modifications new streets traffic control systems and streetlights. The position will assess potential traffic impacts and coordinate with planners within the Zoning and Development Division and Gwinnett County Department of Transportation (GCDOT) on proposed improvements and mitigation measures review and coordinate mobility components (such as multi-modal requirements) based on the Countys small area plans countywide trail vision plan and infrastructure plans to facilitate implementation and coordinate with GCDOT and other local or state agencies as needed.
Essential Duties- Review plans for proposed development for transportation and mobility impacts
- Develop updates of Unified Development Ordinance (Title III) and guidelines
- Maintain records prepare memoranda and reports
- Facilitate inter-divisional and inter-departmental coordination
- Support long-range planning efforts including review of traffic demand modeling of future conditions complete street conversions or quick-build project development
- Serve as a technical lead in the Infrastructure Development Division preparing training materials and providing regular training to other team members
- May provide managerial and supervisory support and staff evaluation to assigned staff
- Manage special projects and tasks
This position will be filled as an Engineer III IV or V depending on qualification of the candidate.
Engineer III
Grade: C45(1)
Salary: $85311 - $126900
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelors degree in engineering; AND
- Two years of progressively responsible engineering experience.
- Valid Drivers License from State of Residency.
Grade: D61(1)
Salary: $92777 - $138000
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelors degree in engineering; AND
- Four years of progressively responsible engineering experience.
- Valid Drivers License from State of Residency.
Engineer V
Grade: D62(1)
Salary: $100896 - $150082
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelors degree in engineering; AND
- Six years of progressively responsible engineering experience some of which should be in a supervisory capacity.
- Valid Drivers License from State of Residency.
Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Masters degree in civil engineering transportation engineering or related field
- Experience reviewing plans or preparing plans and traffic impact analysis
- Knowledge or experience in traffic forecasting and modeling Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Highway Capacity Manual (HPM) and other relevant standards
The mission of Gwinnett Countys Department of Planning and Development is to continuously elevate our approach to planning for growth and delivering services through innovative people-centered strategies. The Department is dedicated to maintaining a positive and inclusive workplace culture centered around its core values of excellence integrity transparency collaboration continuous improvement and accountability. The Department currently consists of the following divisions: Administration Zoning and Development Long Range Planning Infrastructure Development Code Enforcement Building Customer Experience Housing and Community Development Business Services and Economic Development.
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Engineer III
Engineer IV
Engineer V
Note:The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
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About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits a wellness program professional development opportunities career advancement and more
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Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities safe neighborhoods plentiful greenspace and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff residents and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits including health coverage a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate too!) onsite employee wellness center longevity pay tuition reimbursement and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individuals total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnetts diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!
- Atlantas Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
- Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
- Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest building trust and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship transparency and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging embracing and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology process and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process please click the links below:Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex) race color national origin (including ancestry) gender (identity and expression) sexual orientation age marital status familial status (including pregnancy) disability military or veteran status religion political affiliation immigration status homeless status or any other category protected by law.
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