Traffic Engineer (Engineer 4)
Full-Time Traffic Engineer (Engineer 4) at Ramsey County
Available Openings: 1
Industry: Government
Pay Type: Salary
Compensation: $93,834.09 - $139,421.47 Annually
Education Preferred: Yes
Education Level: Master's Degree
E-Verify: Yes

Basic Function

The current vacancies are in the Public Works department.  The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.
  The basic function of an Engineer 4 is to manage, coordinate and provide engineering and/or maintenance operations services for the county’s multi-modal transportation system.  This position oversees a division or major work group of the department and/or the development and implementation of major transportation projects lead by the department.   The engineering and/or maintenance operation services includes roadways, bridges, traffic signals, water resources, parks and open space improvements, pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, transit enhancements and other multi-modal transportation elements. This position reports directly to the Deputy Director of Program Delivery, Deputy Director of Multi-Modal Planning or the County Engineer.

If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).
 To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.  

Responsibilities

Examples of Work Perfor

Promote a diverse, culturally competent and respectful workplace.

  1. Oversee staff, operations and activities of a division or major work group (Construction, Design, Maintenance, Traffic) within Public Works. 
  2. Prepare and administer the budget for a division of the Public Works Department.
  3. Direct, supervise and coordinate the work of division or major work group personnel and consultant based professional services responsible for:  the application for funding of projects; the preparation of reports, plans, specifications and cost estimates for projects; the installation and maintenance of traffic signs, signals and pavement markings; surveying and construction inspection; the acquisition of right-of-way for projects; cost and materials accounting on construction projects; and the maintenance of county roads bridges, pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, traffic signals and water resource structures and other engineering projects. 
  4. Provide guidance and perform engineering duties related to the evaluation and design of traffic safety improvements, traffic controls (signals, roundabouts, signing and striping), traffic studies, maintenance activities and roadway projects.
  5. Direct and organize the review, planning, programming, funding and establishment of priorities for public works projects and maintenance operations.
  6. Conduct, attend, and present at meetings with staff, citizens, public officials, other government agencies, consultants, contractors and suppliers to discuss, negotiate and represent the county's interests, incorporate public input, and ensure compliance with county's policies, applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances and standards.
  7. Coordinate construction and maintenance projects with other agencies, such as Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department, municipalities, other counties, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Watershed Organizations, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
  8. Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP), contracts, Requests for Board Action and assist with Interagency coordination in support of department programs, projects and services.
  9. Develop, certify and implement plans, specifications, right-of-way acquisitions and construction and maintenance activities in conformance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies and standards. 
  10. Represent Ramsey County Public Works on special committees pertaining to transportation issues before other governmental agencies.
  11. (The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification.  Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.)
  12. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11.

 


 

 

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensure:  

A valid driver’s license. 

Registration as a licensed professional engineer in the State of Minnesota is required. 

Preferred:  Master’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, business administration or related field. 

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:
Training and Experience Rating = 100% 

The examination for Traffic Engineer (Engineer 4) will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely.  Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.
 Eligible List:  The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as Traffic Engineer (Engineer 4)This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 2 months or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been certified and their status.
Veteran's Preference:  This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process.  Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process.  Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.
 Criminal Background Checks:  All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.
 E-Verify Participation:  Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.
 Equal Opportunity Employer:  Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.
 Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.
 To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (Download PDF reader). You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.
 For further information regarding this posting, please contact Lindsey.Hunter@co.ramsey.mn.us 

Ramsey County

Contact: Lindsey Hunter
Phone 651-266-2700
1425 Paul Kirkwold Drive
Arden Hills, Ramsey, Minnesota 55112
United States
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