$70,307.14 - $112,209.06 Annually
LocationFort Lauderdale, FL
Job TypeFull-Time
Job Number1412992
DepartmentPW Traf Eng Signal Systms Eng
Opening Date11/08/2024
Closing DateContinuous
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Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCESThe Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Staff Engineer (Signal Timing) - Traffic Engineering Division.
**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**
Please Note: This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.
The Staff Engineer position provides a challenging and rewarding opportunity within the Public Works Department, Traffic Engineering Division. Some of the responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the preparation of traffic operation studies, field reviews, sight distance reviews, feasibility studies, access management studies, safety reviews and the design and preparation of signing, signalization and pavement marking plans; maintenance of traffic plan reviews. Being a strong team player and highly adaptable to new technologies are a must.
Performs a variety of engineering tasks as an intern.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an engineering field related to the area of assignment.
For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members. To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.
Special Certifications and LicensesEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification may be required based on area of assignment.
PreferencesMaster's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related fieldProfessional Engineering License (P.E.)Engineer-In-TrainingMaintenance of Traffic Certification (MOT)Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)At lease one (1) year of experience with transportation software such as SYNCHRO, ArcGIS, VISSIM, Tru-Traffic.At lease one (1) year of experience conducting traffic studies.At lease one (1) year of experience operating or programming centralized traffic signal control systems.At lease one (1) year of experience programming traffic signal controllers.
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Provides engineering support in the design and review of a wide variety of engineering projects.
Collects and processes engineering related data; prepares project scope of work, schedule, and design; performs geographical information system (GIS) analysis, produces maps, and maintains geodatabases.
Reviews application packages for new projects and modifications to existing sites, which include engineering construction plans, calculations, surveys, geo-technical reports, and legal documentation against County and State codes.
Prepares technical review comments and requests additional information from engineers and property owners for revisions to calculations and plans; prepares technical reports with project specific information, license conditions, engineering data, and calculation summaries.
Reviews engineering construction certifications and surveyed plans for compliance with County and State codes; performs site inspections for construction compliance and identify deficiencies in inspection reports.
Communicates with developers, attorneys, engineers, banks, and the general public for the purpose of reviewing construction plans and specifications and the issuance of permits; performs research to respond to queries and complaints.
Reviews permit applications and contractor licenses for accuracy and validity; upon determination that the information is accurate, enters into the County's database and construction permits are thereafter issued.
May review plans for compliance with County and Florida Department Of Transportation (FDOT) standards and specifications.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
SPECIAL INFORMATIONCompetenciesManages ComplexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
Decision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strengthens alignment and coordination between own work and others', providing well-sequenced activities and exact time frames. Foresees and resolves many potential bottlenecks and delays.
Optimizes Work ProcessesKnows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Uses metrics and benchmarks to monitor accuracy and quality. Takes steps to make methods productive and efficient. Promptly and effectively addresses process breakdowns.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Measures and tracks team's and own performance, and helps the team learn from success, failure, and feedback. Adheres to, and enforces, goals, policies, and procedures.
Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.
01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT ful?ll the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disquali?cation from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your applications? Yes No 02 What is the highest level of education that you have obtained in an engineering field related to the area of assignment? Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Not Applicable 03 Which of the following certifications or licenses do you possess? Select all that apply. Selections are subject to verification Professional Engineering License (P.E.) Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Maintenance of Traffic Certification (MOT) Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) Not Applicable 04 Do you have experience in the following? Select all that apply. Please ensure that this experience is fully documented in your application's work history At lease one (1) year of experience with transportation software such as SYNCHRO, ArcGIS, VISSIM, Tru-Traffic. At lease one (1) year of experience conducting traffic studies. At lease one (1) year of experience operating or programming centralized traffic signal control systems. At lease one (1) year of experience programming traffic signal controllers. Not Applicable 05 Describe your work experience, including the number of years in conducting signal investigation and/or corridor performance review. 06 Describe your work experience, including the number of years in conducting signal investigation and/or corridor performance review. 07 Describe your work experience, including the number of years in operating traffic signal control system or adaptive traffic signal control system. 08 Are you aware that during emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers, and that County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned? Yes NoRequired Question
Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Staff Engineer (Signal Timing) - Traffic Engineering Division.
**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**
Please Note: This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.
The Staff Engineer position provides a challenging and rewarding opportunity within the Public Works Department, Traffic Engineering Division. Some of the responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the preparation of traffic operation studies, field reviews, sight distance reviews, feasibility studies, access management studies, safety reviews and the design and preparation of signing, signalization and pavement marking plans; maintenance of traffic plan reviews. Being a strong team player and highly adaptable to new technologies are a must.
Performs a variety of engineering tasks as an intern.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in an engineering field related to the area of assignment.
For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members. To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.
Special Certifications and LicensesEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification may be required based on area of assignment.
PreferencesMaster's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related fieldProfessional Engineering License (P.E.)Engineer-In-TrainingMaintenance of Traffic Certification (MOT)Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)At lease one (1) year of experience with transportation software such as SYNCHRO, ArcGIS, VISSIM, Tru-Traffic.At lease one (1) year of experience conducting traffic studies.At lease one (1) year of experience operating or programming centralized traffic signal control systems.At lease one (1) year of experience programming traffic signal controllers.
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Provides engineering support in the design and review of a wide variety of engineering projects.
Collects and processes engineering related data; prepares project scope of work, schedule, and design; performs geographical information system (GIS) analysis, produces maps, and maintains geodatabases.
Reviews application packages for new projects and modifications to existing sites, which include engineering construction plans, calculations, surveys, geo-technical reports, and legal documentation against County and State codes.
Prepares technical review comments and requests additional information from engineers and property owners for revisions to calculations and plans; prepares technical reports with project specific information, license conditions, engineering data, and calculation summaries.
Reviews engineering construction certifications and surveyed plans for compliance with County and State codes; performs site inspections for construction compliance and identify deficiencies in inspection reports.
Communicates with developers, attorneys, engineers, banks, and the general public for the purpose of reviewing construction plans and specifications and the issuance of permits; performs research to respond to queries and complaints.
Reviews permit applications and contractor licenses for accuracy and validity; upon determination that the information is accurate, enters into the County's database and construction permits are thereafter issued.
May review plans for compliance with County and Florida Department Of Transportation (FDOT) standards and specifications.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
SPECIAL INFORMATIONCompetenciesManages ComplexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
Decision QualityMakes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.
Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Strengthens alignment and coordination between own work and others', providing well-sequenced activities and exact time frames. Foresees and resolves many potential bottlenecks and delays.
Optimizes Work ProcessesKnows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Uses metrics and benchmarks to monitor accuracy and quality. Takes steps to make methods productive and efficient. Promptly and effectively addresses process breakdowns.
Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Measures and tracks team's and own performance, and helps the team learn from success, failure, and feedback. Adheres to, and enforces, goals, policies, and procedures.
Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.
01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT ful?ll the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disquali?cation from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your applications? Yes No 02 What is the highest level of education that you have obtained in an engineering field related to the area of assignment? Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Not Applicable 03 Which of the following certifications or licenses do you possess? Select all that apply. Selections are subject to verification Professional Engineering License (P.E.) Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Maintenance of Traffic Certification (MOT) Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) Not Applicable 04 Do you have experience in the following? Select all that apply. Please ensure that this experience is fully documented in your application's work history At lease one (1) year of experience with transportation software such as SYNCHRO, ArcGIS, VISSIM, Tru-Traffic. At lease one (1) year of experience conducting traffic studies. At lease one (1) year of experience operating or programming centralized traffic signal control systems. At lease one (1) year of experience programming traffic signal controllers. Not Applicable 05 Describe your work experience, including the number of years in conducting signal investigation and/or corridor performance review. 06 Describe your work experience, including the number of years in conducting signal investigation and/or corridor performance review. 07 Describe your work experience, including the number of years in operating traffic signal control system or adaptive traffic signal control system. 08 Are you aware that during emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers, and that County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned? Yes NoRequired Question
Agency Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers