Transportation Manager

Are you looking for a meaningful career that has a positive impact on the community? If you answered YES, come join the City of Sparks! Aside from working for an organization that is dedicated to the community, you will also receive a generous and competitive salary, benefit package, tuition reimbursement, bilingual pay (when applicable) and retirement plan. People who come to Sparks stay in Sparks. 
 
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The City of Sparks is currently seeking to hire one (1) Transportation Manager in the Engineering Division of the Community Services Department.  

If you have any questions, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. The City of Sparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DESCRIPTION

Serve as project manager and resident engineer on specified transportation related capital improvement projects. Plan, organize and direct field, office and technical staff and support activities for the Transportation Division. Perform professional engineering work in area of assignment. Provide leadership and expert professional assistance to city staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This position is a working engineer and Division Manager in the Community Services Department capable of managing, leading and directing staff while coordinating multiple projects simultaneously. Daily decision will greatly impact the quality of life, aesthetic appeal and functionality of the City and its infrastructure.

 Qualifications:

Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications to continue in the recruitment process:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering or a field directly related to the essential functions of the job and five (5) years of experience in design, review and management of engineering projects. 

Licenses and Certificates:

Must possess and maintain the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire.

Must possess and maintain a valid registration as a Professional Civil Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Nevada or obtain reciprocal registration within six (6) months of hire.

Must possess and maintain Incident Command System (ICS) 100/200 within 90 days of hire and ICS 300 as soon as available.

 Examples of Essential Duties:

Act as the City’s professional expert in the field of transportation, development, planning and engineering. Act as single point of contact for projects through the planning, budgeting, design, new construction and inspection processes.

Manage, plan, organize and direct professional and technical staff. Participate in the selection of staff.   Provide supervision, training and evaluation of performance. Coordinate their work with other departments, government agencies, utility companies, contractors and consultants.  Provide for staff development. Implement disciplinary actions when necessary.   

Perform strategic and business planning for all the operations and maintenance functions for the division.   Develop and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the division. Assist the City Engineer in the preparation and administration of the budget.

Plan, organize, manage and coordinate the City’s CIP and CIP projects as it relates to the overall transportation goals and objectives for the City. Manage CIP driven maintenance and repair projects. coordinate with other departments within the City to plan, estimate, and construct future projects. Prepare and direct the preparation of public and private engineering plans, specifications, designs and cost estimates for division and related projects.

Participate in the selection and monitoring of consultants and contractors. Develop and monitor systems and procedures for contract administration to ensure compliance to technical requirements. Review plans prepared by developers, consultants, utilities and others. Negotiate prices and prepare contract change orders. Approve progress payments on contract construction projects. Monitor project costs ensuring projects meet budget constraints. Update and ensure projects stay on schedule and that the schedule is regularly briefed within the City.

Direct the control and monitoring of traffic flow within the City. Direct surveys, impact studies, accident reviews and traffic circulation plan development. Manage hundreds of miles of roadway and, over 100 traffic signals. Plan and estimate construction for roadways. Manage pedestrian and safety improvement projects to ensure the City’s roadways are properly maintained and safe. Represent the City as an expert witness, providing legal testimony during litigation related to transportation issues.

Manage and direct the implementation of the Traffic Calming Guidelines system for the City. This includes working with the public for use of the petition, follow-up studies and data collection necessary to evaluate the issue and prioritization for any traffic calming suggested. Direct public works in the implementation of the program and educate the public as to the adopted process and expectations.

Participate in administrative review related to traffic/transportation.  Review impact studies. Provide review and direction for new development as it relates to transportation issues. Provide technical analysis to the City Manager, planning commissioners, elected officials, city staff and the public as requested through public meeting or inquiries.

Prepare applications and submittals and administer grant funding for projects.

Prepare or initiate a variety of project-related studies, reports and correspondence for the City Manager, elected officials, city staff and the public.  

Manage, direct and facilitate working relationships with the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC), Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and other agencies for current and future transportation construction projects and opportunities as it relates to the City’s regional infrastructure. Work with developments and developers regarding the Regional Road Impact Fee (RRIF) program.  Serve as a committee member for technical advisory groups and for reviewing and providing comment and direction for projects of regional importance that impact the City and neighboring entities.

Work with the public addressing concerns, complaints and comments dealing with area of assignment. Work closely with citizen groups and public and private officials to provide technical assistance, directly or through subordinate staff. 

Perform difficult technical research and analyze complex engineering problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective course of action. Research new materials and techniques and monitor current developments in the field.

Perform complex engineering work and contract administration activities.

Perform other duties which may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of federal and state laws, codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to area of assignment, public works engineering standards and asset management programs
• Knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering design and construction  
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, including selection, training, work evaluation and discipline 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of contract administration and project management and evaluation
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budget development and administration 
• Knowledge of theories, principles, techniques and equipment used in public works construction and maintenance 
• Knowledge of grant funding application and administration 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of emergency management
• Ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including but not limited to, Microsoft Office
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials 
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines 
• Ability to train others in work procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Physical Demands:

Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Requires ability to work in varied weather conditions, terrain, construction sites, heavy traffic and other hazardous conditions. 

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION

• This position is Exempt under FLSA guidelines
• This position is at-will and exempt from the Regulations of the Civil Service Commission
• Required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
• This position reports to the City Engineer
• Supervision exercised: Plan, assign, direct and review the work of support staff. Act as City Engineer.
• May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation 

 Application and Recruitment Information:You are required to submit any required documents as requested above, at time of application for further consideration. Failure to submit the required and/or requested information may result in rejection of your application.

Recruitment Communication:
Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate.

Reasonable Accommodation:
Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345.

Disclaimer:
The City of Sparks reserves the right to select applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications for the position.

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