Section Chief of Traffic Greater Baltimore, MD Area

The Company is seeking a Section Chief of Traffic to lead a team of professional engineers, managers, and technicians in the authorization, operation, and maintenance of traffic control devices, including signals, signs, and pavement markings. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting traffic studies, coordinating with other departments on traffic analysis and mitigation, and managing the agency's Transportation Safety Improvement Program. This role also involves working with multi-disciplinary teams on various transportation-related projects and conducting traffic policy research and analysis. The Section Chief will be at the forefront of the company's efforts to re-envision and alter public rights of way to better serve all neighborhoods and ensure equitable investment across the city. Applicants for the Section Chief of Traffic position at the company must have a Master's degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum of 5 years' experience managing engineering projects as a licensed professional engineer, and certification as a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer. Additionally, a minimum of 3 years' of experience directly supervising senior and junior engineers, as well as engineering technicians, is required. The role demands a candidate with a strong background in traffic engineering, the ability to lead a diverse team, and a commitment to the principles of Complete Streets and transportation safety. The Section Chief will be expected to have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver's permit.

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City of Baltimore