Section Chief Of Traffic, Operations Manager I (ncs) - Department Of Transportation

baltimorecity.gov

Baltimore, MD, US
Base: $99,053.00 - $163,237.00 annually; bonus/equ...
Manage professional engineering team
Authorize traffic control device installation
Conduct comprehensive traffic studies
The Section Chief will lead a team of engineers and technicians to manage the city's extensive infrastructure including 1,350 traffic signals and 2,000 miles of roadways

Job Summary

  • The Section Chief will lead a team of engineers and technicians to manage the city's extensive infrastructure including 1,350 traffic signals and 2,000 miles of roadways.
  • This role is central to implementing Mayor Brandon Scott's priority of re-envisioning public rights of way to ensure equitable investment across all Baltimore neighborhoods.
  • The City of Baltimore offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and wellness programs for this at-will position.

Matching Summary

The Section Chief will lead a team of engineers and technicians to manage the city's extensive infrastructure including 1,350 traffic signals and 2,000 miles of roadways.

Salary

Base: $99,053.00 - $163,237.00 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, FSA, wellness programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage professional engineering team
  • Authorize traffic control device installation
  • Conduct comprehensive traffic studies
  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary planning teams
  • Oversee transportation safety improvement program

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Complete Streets initiatives
  • Knowledge of equitable investment strategies
  • Collaboration with state DOT agencies
  • Familiarity with ITS project management

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree from accredited college
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
  • Professional Traffic Operations Engineer certification
  • Five years managing engineering projects
  • Three years supervising senior/junior engineers
  • Valid Maryland Class C driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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