Sr. Traffic Engineer-PE

Job Description

**Title:** Sr. Traffic Engineer-PE

**State Role Title:** Architect/Engineer II

**Hiring Range:** $109,655-$178,190

**Pay Band:** NV 6

**Agency:** VA Dept of Transportation

**Location:** NOVA District Office

**Agency Website:** https://www.vdot.virginia.gov

**Recruitment Type:** General Public – G

**Job Duties**

VDOT Northern Virginia District is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer (PE Licensed) to conduct and manage reviews of assigned plan submissions and coordinate with internal and external customers to provide traffic engineering supports to projects.

You will provide engineering expertise in assigned program areas. Provide recommendations for resolution of project issues. Communicate with internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs. Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring policies, procedures, guidance and practices for engineering projects and programs.

Specific Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Responsible Charge Engineer- Fulfill duties as responsible charge engineer in compliance with policies, procedures, and the Code of Virginia.

Plan Review and Coordination- Be the primary point of contact on assigned projects. Provide traffic engineering support to VDOT, County, locality, Land Development and Permit projects. Review plans, reports and other materials submitted by various sections and provide input on the technical details of the projects. Ensure that comments and/or recommendations are provided in a timely manner.

Work Zone Safety and Field Support- Provide oversight, support and direction to agency design, construction, maintenance, and permit staff. Oversight is provided regarding work zone and traffic control plans and devices to ensure conformance with established guidelines and the safe and efficient flow of traffic. Provide guidance to field applications of work zones and review the recommended adjustments that may require modification or adaptation of typical guidelines in the Work Area Protection Manual or the MUTCD. Lead the coordination of any changes or improvements that may be appropriate. Respond to requests from Residency staff for assistance in setting up traffic control layouts and devices in emergency response situations. Conduct Work Zone Traffic Control Training.

Policies and Procedures- Assist in the development of policies, procedures and practices reflecting proactive management of the assigned engineering program area.

Project Management and Documentation- Organize work and monitor work tasks such that projects and documentation are completed within schedule using VDOT’s standards, policies, and procedures.

Process Improvements- Develop, recommend, and implement process and policy improvements as needed. Assist in monitoring compliance to ensure conformance to the policy, procedures and state and federal laws and regulations.

Traffic Engineering Technical Support- Provide oversight to the inventory of roadway and roadside safety items for modification or replacement by projects or inquiry by others. Manage and lead the development of final pavement marking, pavement marker, sign plans and other traffic control device plans. Provide guidance on placement, installation, functionality and condition of signs, markings, markers, roadside barriers and other traffic engineering items or principles.

Project Team Participation- Participate or lead project teams as assigned. Ensure timely communications between project team members and stakeholders. Ensure information is technically accurate and effectively disseminated. Review and resolve challenges to enhance team performance.

Conduct Engineering Studies- Provide oversight to the collection and processing of traffic data for engineering studies, safety and congestion management or operational analysis. Review data, written reports of traffic engineering study findings, recommendations, and alternative solutions for accuracy and compliance. Prepare business correspondence and technical letters with recommendations for suggested corrective measures because of studies. Present formal presentations for engineers, residencies and other organizations and civic groups. Provide written supporting documentation to management to support traffic engineering decisions.

Transportation Plan Development- Provide oversight to the preliminary engineering functions of Traffic Engineering. Attend various project related meetings to discuss or clarify traffic control requirements, the design of traffic engineering related items, and respond to any questions that may arise. Review temporary traffic control plans and estimates of traffic control devices for accuracy and compliance. Coordinate with Public Affairs staff for proper Public Communications Plan of TMP. Coordinate with internal divisions on Transportation Operations Plan portion of TMP.

Communications- Communicate effectively with customers internal and external to VDOT including local governments, elected officials, citizen groups, and FHWA.

**Minimum Qualifications**

* Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals and with groups.
* Demonstrated ability to conduct roadway safety audits, comprehensive safety reviews and operational capacity analyses.
* Ability to manage a program and lead diverse groups in efforts to improve highway safety.
* Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
* Ability to analyze complex problems, using statistical and data trend crash analysis and field observations to determine appropriate safety and engineering countermeasures.
* Knowledge of federal and state regulations (including FHWA) related to traffic engineering activities and projects.
* Valid Professional Engineer’s license.
* Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include traffic engineering analysis and design software.
* Ability to interpret and apply standards, specifications, policies and procedures related to engineering, work zone safety, fiscal and administrative responsibilities.
* Experience applying transportation, highway and traffic engineering principles and practices, with strong emphasis in highway safety.
* Ability to lead and coordinate staff on project assignments.
**Additional Considerations**

* Experience in problem solving and finding creative, low-cost quick solutions to highway safety and operations problems.
* Leading and coordinating staff on projects.
* Knowledge or experience in highway construction and maintenance operations.
* Experience working with engineering consultants on projects.
* PTOE license.

**Special Instructions**

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

A valid Professional Engineer license in Virginia or eligible for transfer to Virginia and must maintain as condition of employment. If Professional Engineer’s license is from another state, selected candidate must show proof of application and payment for VA licensure at time of hire.

All employees are required to work in emergency situations, to include weekends, holidays, and after normal business hours; assignments may vary based on business needs.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and/or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.

RMS/PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance, benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application. VDOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants” at: http://www.vdot.virginia.gov/policies/employees/.

We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics: your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values, therefore please access the following link: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/about. Click on Mission statement, shared values, and code of ethics to review them and if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.

All candidates selected for an interview may be required to perform a skills demonstration as part of the interview process.

Fingerprint-based background checks, references, work history, and DMV records will be verified prior to employment. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA Sponsorship is not available. VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit “Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants”: http://www.vdot.virginia.gov/policies/employees.

**Contact Information**

Name: Danielle Rayner

Phone: 703-259-2378

Email: danielle.rayner@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note**:** Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. **Equal Opportunity Employer**