Senior Civil/Traffic Engineer - City of Modesto, CA
Modesto, CA
About the Job
Join the City of Modesto as a Senior Civil/Traffic Engineer and play a key role in shaping the future of our community! With opportunities to lead projects and collaborate on innovative initiatives, you will make a lasting impact. Apply today and help drive Modesto's progress forward!
Key Qualifications By Division/Department:
When assigned to Transportation Engineering (Engineering Services):
In addition to the Key Qualifications of a City of Modesto Associate Civil Engineer, you will be expected to:
Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the words "SEE RESUME."
Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives:
$141,227 - $180,240 effective 7/1/2025
$145,464 - $185,647 effective 7/1/2026
2.5% Education Incentive - Bachelor's Degree
5% Education Incentive - Master's Degree
*Senior Civil/Traffic Engineers are allocated to multiple departments within the organization. The list established with this recruitment will be utilized to fill the existing vacancies in the Engineering Services, Public Works and Utilities departments.
Key Qualifications By Division/Department:
When assigned to Transportation Engineering (Engineering Services):
- Creative, persistent, and excited to work within a motivated and talented team focused on innovative solutions for challenging transportation issues.
- Knowledgeable in traffic engineering principles and practices with an up-to-date understanding of complete streets design guidelines such as The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO).
- Passionate about promoting safe and sustainable transportation improvements for all roadway users.
- Experienced in roundabout engineering and design; the City of Modesto is a leader in the State of California for implementing roundabouts.
- Knowledgeable in class IV bicycle transportation engineering and design; TED is focused on providing safe bicycle infrastructure with each and every project.
- Knowledgeable in principles and practices of traffic signal timing.
- Familiarity with communications fiber, twisted pair, and wireless technology.
- Passionate and has an up-to-date understanding of traffic control devices as well as traffic signal design.
- Knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) California Supplement.
- Understanding of the process for establishing speed surveys.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with both office staff and field crews; providing outstanding customer service even under difficult situations.
- Thrives on managing multiple projects while also being confident and excited to run meetings and keeping our team engaged.
In addition to the Key Qualifications of a City of Modesto Associate Civil Engineer, you will be expected to:
- Understand and implement the principles of managing and leading a diverse team of technical and/or administrative staff.
- Attend and complete the City of Modesto’s Leadership Academy with 18 months of assignment, if not completed previously.
- Represent your assigned department at various internal and external meetings.
- Assist in the development and implementation of your assigned work team’s budget.
- Assist the Director/Manager in managing and directing the functions of your assigned division/department.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the words "SEE RESUME."
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications of the position will be placed on an eligible list and invited to a selection interview with the hiring department.
The Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Job Type: Full Time
Agency: Engineering Services
Location: Modesto
Source : City of Modesto, CA
