Traffic Manager

Salary: $106,131.00 - $124,871.00 Annually
Location : City Hall, 100 N Jefferson St., Green Bay, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 202600031
Department: Public Works
Division: DPW TRAFFIC
Opening Date: 04/22/2026


General Description
The City of Green Bay is seeking a Traffic Manager to lead our Traffic Division which oversees everything from signal timing and street lighting to traffic calming, safety initiatives, and long-term mobility planning. In this role, you'll lead a talented team, guide citywide traffic safety initiatives, and shape transportation planning, all within a stable schedule that supports balance, family time, and life in a community you'll love.

Why Green Bay?
You'll join a community-focused city team where your work directly enhances safety, mobility, and quality of life. Every project matters, and your leadership will help ensure residents, visitors, and businesses can move through Green Bay efficiently and safely.
Hiring Range: $106,131 - $124,871 annually
Full salary range for the position: $106,131 - $143,612 annually

Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Friday, 7:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., plus additional hours as needed, including some evening meetings.

No residency requirement.

The City of Green Bay is a leader in employee health and wellness with its Health/1265 program with a goal to engage all employees in their own health and well-being by providing insurance premiums incentives and other benefits.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We invite candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, knowing that unique perspectives enhance our service to the community.

Examples of Duties

1. Supervises, oversees and provides direction to Traffic Division staff, including traffic engineering/technician staff, Electrical Section supervisor, seasonal engineering aides, and other operational staff, as assigned.
2. Develops and oversees the implementation of all traffic control for maintenance and construction projects.
3. Directs and oversees the design, installation and maintenance of all traffic controls.
4. Conducts or contracts for various traffic engineering analysis, including street light studies, capacity analysis, signal timing, geometric analysis and prepares various reports and recommendations.
5. Responds to complaints related to the Traffic Division functions.
6. Maintains related traffic ordinances as the secretary of the Traffic, Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission.
7. Responsible for planning of annual traffic programs including pavement marking and large traffic signing activities
8. Advises Operations Division Street Section Sign Shop on proper process, installation and maintenance of traffic control activities
9. Responsible for budget preparation and tracking for the Traffic Division.
10. Prepares grant applications and manages grants related to traffic signals, traffic control or calming.
11. Administers agreements and invoicing related to intergovernmental traffic related services and / or special events.
12. Reviews traffic control plans, development plans, obstruction plans, and other technical reports.
13. Serves as the liaison between the City and other governmental agencies (WisDOT, OCR, federal railroad commission, etc.)
14. Meets with contractors, applicants, utilities and others related to traffic control matters.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of six years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic planning or management with two years in a supervisory capacity, preferred.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record

A combination of equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of traffic engineering principles and practices, signal design, operation, traffic signal electrical systems, pavement marking, railroad crossings and official street signing and barricading, including related federal guidelines. Considerable knowledge of state and local codes relating to traffic control. Considerable knowledge of administrative skills related to planning, scheduling and managing traffic related activities. Good knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applied to the preparation of designs, specifications, estimates and reports. Working knowledge of traffic engineering software.
• Skill in receiving assignments in general terms and to schedule, plan, direct and oversee the work of Traffic Division staff and other operational staff when assigned. Skill in applying engineering theory to complex field and office problems. Skill in coordinating various engineering and operational activities. Good organization skills. Skill in planning, budget preparation, and grant management.
• Ability to manage contracted consultants used to supplement staff resources for design and/or construction related services. Ability to proficiently utilize a computer and the required software. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to work independently. Ability to analyze and make sound, independent decisions. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, contractors, the general public and City officials. Ability to work the required hours of the position.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the following activities:

• Lifting up to 10-20 pounds.
• Carrying up to 10-20 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, crawling and stooping.
• Ability to reach and climb.
• Ability to focus for long periods of time on projects.
• Ability to work in varied environmental conditions.

The above is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
The City of Green Bay offers an attractive benefit package, which includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays