• Senior Assistant Traffic Engineer

    City of Detroit (Detroit, MI)


    Senior Assistant Traffic Engineer

     

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    Senior Assistant Traffic Engineer

     

    Salary

     

    $66,912.00 - $90,372.00 Annually

     

    Location

     

    Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI

     

    Job Type

     

    Certified-Regular Civil Service

     

    Job Number

    20253184021DPWPA

    Department

     

    Dept of Public Works

     

    Division

     

    Transportation Planning

     

    Opening Date

     

    12/09/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    12/31/2025 12:00 AM Eastern

     

    Bargaining Unit

     

    3300-Association of Detroit Engineers (DWSD)

     

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    Description

    Under general supervision, performs responsible technical work in the field of traffic engineering; and investigates and analyzes traffic and/or transportation problems.

     

    Examples of Duties

     

    1. Investigates, collects and analyzes data on traffice condidtions especially as they relate to traffic flows.

    2. Performs design studies and analyses of traffic problems related to the design and positioning of traffice structures and accessories.

    3. Examines alternative traffic control devices for effectiveness and makes recommendations on the selection and layout of selected equipment.

    4. Directs the preparation of maps and layouts of proposed traffice structures with indications as to their general characteristics.

    5. Assigns and outlines detail work to subordinates, instructs them on objectives and procedures, and reviews their work during process and upon completion.

    6. May supervise Assistant Engineers and other technical staff members.

    7. Devises standard methods and forms for collection and presentation of traffic data.

    8. Develops traffic survey techniques.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in a traffic engineering or traffic planning related field.

     

    Three years of experience in traffic controls in urban areas and statistical analysis and reporting of traffic data.

     

    One year of supervisory experience preferred.

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    Evaluation Plan

     

    + Interview: 70%

    + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

    + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

    Additional points may be awarded for:

    + Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

    + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

    LDR: 01/20/2023

    EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

    The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

    HEALTH

    + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

    + Dental

    + Vision

    INSURANCE

    + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

    + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

    PAID TIME OFF

    + Sick Leave

    + Vacation

    + Holidays

    OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

    The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

    RETIREMENT BENEFITS

    City Employees Retirement System

    As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

     

    • Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

     

    - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

     

    - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

     

    • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

     

    - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

     

    • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

     

    ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

     

    Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

     

    01

     

    What is the highest level of education that you have obtained?

     

    + Associate's Degree

    + Bachelor's Degree in traffic engineering

    + Master's Degree in traffic engineering

    + PHD/JD in traffic engineering

     

    02

     

    How many years of traffic related engineering experience do you possess?

     

    + Less than two years

    + At least three years

    + At least four years

    + At least five years

    + More than five years

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    Employer

     

    City of Detroit

     

    Address

     

    Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

     

    Website

     

    http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

     

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