Coordinator, Traffic Operations

**Job Description**:
**JOB TITLE**:Coordinator, Traffic Operations

**DEPARTMENT**:Public Works & Engineering

**POSTING NUMBER**:106392

**NUMBER OF POSITIONS**:1

**JOB STATUS & DURATION**:Full Time Permanent

**HOURS OF WORK**:35-hour workweek

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

**SALARY GRADE**:5

**HIRING SALARY RANGE**:$86,091.00 - $96,853.00 per annum

**MAXIMUM OF SALARY RANGE**:$107,614.00 per annum

**JOB TYPE**:Management and Administration

**POSTING DATE**: October 9, 2024

**CLOSING DATE**:October 23, 2024

**AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY**:
Reporting to the Traffic Operations Supervisor, this position coordinates all aspects of the Traffic Operations Group. This position oversees the day-to-day activities surrounding the Automated Speed Enforcement and Vision Zero Programs, including ensuring that all traffic control devices and by-laws are adequately planned and implemented to improve the safety of all users within the right of way. Assists in the assurance of efficient and effective measures to meet divisional and Corporate service standards. This position ensures traffic operations contracts adhere to Divisional and Corporate service standards and are efficient and effective for the Traffic Operations Group.

**Supervision Received and Exercised**:
Receives general direction from the Traffic Operations Supervisor. The incumbent in this role is expected to work with mínimal direct supervision, exercising independent judgement and initiative in a number of complex and responsible duties.

Exercises direct supervision of professional, technical and clerical staff within the Traffic Operations Group. Manages contractors, consultants, as well as internal and external teams responsible for project deliverables.
- Direction of Staff. Supervises, trains, evaluates, coaches and participates in the discipline of staff. Sets priorities and organizes work to meet deadlines and achieve related divisional goals and objectives. Respond to all staff inquiries regarding items of responsibility, particularly regarding work schedules. Participates in the recruitment process. Manages the work plans and staffing requirements for coordinated projects to ensure adequate coverage in the execution of traffic endeavours. Assigns projects to team and external agencies for coordinated traffic initiatives. Resolves conflicts and issues within the work schedule arrangements and work direction to ensure cohesiveness within the team. Monitors performance and is responsible for addressing labour relation issues for Traffic Operations staff, as required.
- Collaboration. Fosters relationships with a collaborative approach to business with internal and external stakeholders to oversee the Automated Speed Enforcement Program and Vision Zero including data collection, determination of eligibility and priority. Researches, analyses and generates related reports including developing Standard Operating Procedures for divisional efficiency and establishing standards.
- Planning Design and Technical Review. Provides oversight on special event road closures. Reviews requests for proposals and quotations, contract plans, specifications and estimates for tenders. Analyzes and prepares reports and recommendations based on Traffic Engineering studies to Committees, Council, and the general public. Identifies current and capital budget requirements based on operational activities. Represents the Traffic Operations Group at meetings and on Committees, as required.
- Operational Support. Administers and coordinates the work scheduling process for the Traffic Operations Group to ensure efficiency of work activities for the traffic technologists/Outside Services Staff/students, contractors, utilities, consultants, and developers. Ensures schedules maintain an adequate staff level for road related projects while adhering to prescribed timelines. Ensures proper road operations activities are within budgetary guidelines.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**
- Post-secondary diploma in Transportation Planning/ Engineering or equivalent.
- Four years or more related experience in a traffic operations environment and a familiarity with road safety standards and traffic calming techniques.
- Two years experience as a supervisor/coordinator in a unionized environment;
- Must possess a valid non-probationary Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and the use of a personal vehicle;
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related traffic operations software.
- Working knowledge of applicable legislation i.e. WSIB, OH&S, Ontario Traffic Manuals, Highway Traffic Act as asset.
- Eligible for membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists. LI-AA
- **_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.

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