JOB TITLE:  Supervisor, Traffic Signals

DEPARTMENT:  Public Works & Engineering

POSTING NUMBER:  106429

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:  1

JOB STATUS & DURATION:  Full Time Permanent

HOURS OF WORK:  35-hour workweek / shift work / variable hours

LOCATION:  Hybrid Model*– when working onsite, you will report to the location of Williams Parkway Operations Centre.

SALARY GRADE:  6

HIRING SALARY RANGE:  $ 97,593.00 - $109,792.00 per annum

MAXIMUM OF SALARY RANGE:  $121,991.00 per annum

JOB TYPE:  Management and Administration

POSTING DATE:  November 15, 2024

CLOSING DATE:  November 28, 2024

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reporting to the Manager, Transportation Right of Way and Safety, this position is responsible for the provision and maintenance of traffic signals and systems ensuring compliance to industry and Corporate regulations for the safety of people in the City of Brampton.  

• Staff supervision. Provide guidance, supervision, information and assisted leadership to Traffic Services staff. Direct and assign tasks, supervise and validate results. Prepare and implement work schedules and staff assignments, including overtime, to ensure adequate coverage of operations. Enforce and interpret collective agreements and City policies and procedures, providing performance feedback and participating in disciplinary action if required. Assist in hiring new staff as part of recruiting team. Coordinate and meet regularly with contractors and staff regarding status of street signal network and maintenance problems.
• Functional leadership. Oversee day-to-day operations managing the traffic signals system. Establish appropriate policies and procedures for the section and ensure these are updated or changed to meet the Service Plan and strategic goals. Administer the preparation and final documentation of tenders and projects. Review and approve final plans and contract specifications. Provide interpretation on matters related to projects. Prepare annual operating and capital budgets for street signal major capital projects, hydro energy expenditures, and maintenance programs; Accountable for expenditures and responsible for overages.
• Customer and stakeholder relations. Respond to and act on requests and complaints related to traffic signal operation and performance. Meet with internal customers and interact with external customers. Meet suppliers and manufacturers to view and assess new products and services that may benefit the City. Provide information to Insurance Section on accidents and cost recovery of City traffic signal assets. Represent department at internal and external meetings with various groups.
• Technical Expertise. Review technical standards provided by government regulated agencies, industry practice or City adapted standard and procedure. Develop new Corporate, departmental or section street signal policy and procedures. Evaluate and test new products and equipment for use by City for traffic signal usage and make recommendations.

 SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Post-secondary diploma in Transportation Planning/Engineering
• 4 to 5 years related experience in a computerized traffic signal system environment
• 2 to 3 years experience as a supervisor or team lead, with knowledge of applicable legislation and demonstrated ability to coach and develop staff
• Familiarity with signal design/installation, signal maintenance, operations and contract administration.
• Knowledge of scheduling and customer complaint investigations an asset
• Must have completed or the ability to complete the International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level I & Level II Certifications (Traffic Signals).

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Interview:  Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

Applicants who do not meet the educational requirements but have direct related experience may be considered.

As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation.  Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available. *Our Hybrid Model is subject to change. LI-AA

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button above OR at: www.brampton.ca/employment quoting reference #106429 by November 28, 2024 and complete the attached questionnaire We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions.  Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question.  All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable.  The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use. LI-AA

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