About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
 
The Opportunity
WSDOT Southwest Region is currently seeking an experienced professional to serve as the Region Traffic Engineer in Vancouver, WA. In this role, you will work closely with the region leadership team to direct, develop and deliver all programs and services related to traffic engineering. These range from extremely rural to highly urbanized freeway systems that include a Traffic Management Center, Ramp Meters, Automated Traffic Management Systems, Bus on Shoulder, future Peak Use Shoulder Systems, and a Vancouver area regional traffic signal system. The Southwest Region Traffic Engineer provides leadership the groups of Traffic Operations, Traffic Design, Traffic Signal and Electrical Maintenance, Traffic Safety, and Field assessment programs. In this role, you will provide traffic engineering management, which includes strategic planning and policy development related to the current and future operations of the region’s multi-modal transportation system. For Southwest Region, these activities are unique given the need for bi-state coordination of connections across the Columbia River with relevant jurisdictions in Oregon.
 
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Region Traffic Engineer will:

• Work closely with the Director of Traffic Operations and other Region Traffic Engineers in developing statewide traffic engineering policies that provide for the ability to apply contextual decisions.
• Ensure safety of the traveling public that use the transportation system.
• Manage Traffic Operations budget through prioritizing activities based on agency values and goal areas.
• Conduct regular reviews and strategic planning regarding budget to position the agency for future needs.
• Represent the Department in Tort and Access Litigation in Collaboration with WSDOT Risk Management Office and Attorney General’s Office.
• Engage with region planning staff to participate in various corridor studies, make recommendations that promote the agency values and goal areas and position the region for the future of transportation.
• Final approval and stamping of QBOD documentation prior to installation of field safety devices
• Final approval of Intersection Control Evaluations to determine safe and efficient operation of intersections.
• Final approval and stamping of plans and specifications designed by the Traffic Design program.
• Final approval in collaboration with OEO, for Region ADA accessibility for closed pedestrian crossings and Open but Not Accessible crossings documentation.

• Seven (7) years of Traffic Engineering experience in Corridor Operations, Traffic Operations, Traffic Design or TSMO related field. 
• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience. 
• A Professional Engineering License in the State of Washington or be licensed as a Professional Engineer in another state with the ability to obtain licensure in Washington State within 6 months of employment.
• Professional based knowledge of MUTCD, NACTO, AASHTO Green Book.
• Knowledge in management principles, public policy, legal requirements, tort liability, legislative process, performance management, budget preparation & management; project and program delivery.
• Knowledge of personnel procedures including recruitment, retention, hiring, promotions, corrective action, union contracts and other applicable civil service rules and regulations. 
• Proven leadership skills to guide, monitor, train, and develop the Region Traffic Office Staff. 
• Ability to achieve agency and big picture region goals by identifying and building strategic relationships internally and with agency stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze information to understand relationships, patterns, and causes and effects, integrate data and check facts.
• Ability to engage others and encourage trust.
• Skills to communicate both verbally and in writing; speak at public meetings; make decisions; coach, mentor, and train staff; plan short and long range programs; develop strategic direction for a large and growing program and staff.
• Proven leadership skills to guide, monitor, train, and develop the Region Traffic office staff.

• Master’s degree in related engineering field or Business Administration. 
• Registration as a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE).

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. 
• This position requires a Professional Engineers License issued by the State of Washington. License holders from other states will be expected to obtain a WA State PE license within six months of appointment.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• By issuance of proclamation, the Governor of Washington State mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.   
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov. 

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.  
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information. 

• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.