Transportation Manager

General Purpose Under general direction, plan, manage and coordinate divisions and programs related to street maintenance, construction, traffic control installation, and manage the City’s after hours emergency response program. Typical Duties Plan, organize, implement, and direct street infrastructure maintenance, median maintenance, graffiti and sweeping programs; manage daily street maintenance repair and construction activities such as patching, cleaning, curb and gutter replacement, weed control, and demolitions. Coordinate division and program activities with other City departments and outside agencies; develop and assess plans to meet projections and costs; prepare resource request forecasts and project equipment, materials and staffing requirements. Schedule multi‑year utilization of allocated resources and assets in conjunction with staff and department head; monitor usage and reallocate assets to meet planned and emergency work. Establish and evaluate construction controls, maintenance and condition of equipment, assuring that construction meets planning standards; develop specific project actions including documentation for approved projects, cost and technical compliance. Manage the department’s emergency response operations; initiate and oversee emergency actions; coordinate with other city departments, government agencies, and the Joint City‑County Emergency Operations Center during inclement weather and other emergencies. Direct the installation and maintenance of all traffic control systems; manage signs and markings compliance, installation, and maintenance of traffic control devices; coordinate use of equipment and machinery; review change orders and ensure compliance with Uniform Traffic Control Devices and related manuals. Direct traffic studies, surveys, investigations, and construction plan approvals; manage traffic databases, records, and prepare technical and project process reports; supervise, coordinate, and manage special projects related to division performance goals, policies, procedures, and budgeting. Oversee special projects, fiscal controls, and administrative support activities; monitor project costs and requisitions; prepare final budget documents and acquisition data; write bid specifications and evaluate contract execution. Perform professional and incidental duties; prepare and disseminate departmental directives; serve on committees; meet with engineers, developers, architects, and other stakeholders; present projects to neighborhood groups and City Council; respond to agency and citizen complaints. Supervise assigned staff; schedule, assign, guide, and check work; review operational activities; prioritize departmental activities; conduct performance reviews and provide staff training and development; enforce personnel rules and conduct interviews. Requirements Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Business, Public Administration, Construction Management or related field, plus five (5) years experience in street infrastructure maintenance and construction, traffic control planning, or traffic infrastructure maintenance, including two (2) years in a supervisory position. Licenses and Certificates: Texas Class “C” Driver’s License or equivalent from another state. MOS Code: 3E000 (Air Force), 0411 (Marine Corps), 4275 (Navy), 12D (Army). Benefits Basic Life Insurance Coverage at no cost; additional life and dependent coverage available. Medical and Pharmacy benefits administered by a third‑party; optional Dental, Vision, and Short‑Term Disability coverage; Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services. Wellness Program including education, fitness tests, biometric screenings, group fitness, and health coaching. Tuition Assistance Program covering the cost of degree, certifications, continuing education, books, and equipment after satisfactory probation. #J-18808-Ljbffr