Job Description

Position OverviewResumes are being accepted for the position of Traffic Technologist II within the Engineering and Transportation Services Department, Transportation Services Division. Reporting to the Su-pervisor, Traffic Engineering, the successful candidate will investigate traffic complaints and pro-vide technical guidance as needed related to traffic operations with a focus on quality customer service and continuous improvement processes. Guided by the goals and objectives of the City of Guelph Corporate Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, in-clusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Community Vi-sion for an inclusive, connected, prosperous city.Key duties and responsibilities

• Investigate and respond to traffic complaints, resident concerns and resolve general defi-ciencies in the roadway network.
• Oversee, schedule, monitor and maintain the Cityxe2x80x99s annual traffic count program.
• Conduct neighbourhood traffic management reviews through public process, including fa-cilitating public open houses.
• Analyse motor vehicle collision information to determine possible deficiencies in the road-way network/system and initiate remedial action.
• Determine temporary traffic control requirements for major capital works projects and special events ensuring the safe and efficient movement of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to various stakeholders and coop placement staff.
• Prepare technical reports for Council/Committees of Council, including presentation and answering of questions.
• Using software programs, perform statistical analysis of traffic data and provide recom-mendations for traffic operational improvements.
• Process oversized load permits.
• Conduct field observations as required.
• Provide back up support to crossing guard operations as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and requirements

• Experience related to the duties listed above, normally acquired through the completion of a 3-year diploma in Transportation Engineering or closely related field and 4 xe2x80x93 5 yearsxe2x80x99 ex-perience working within traffic operations, preferably in a municipal setting. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must possess a valid Class xe2x80x9cGxe2x80x9d driverxe2x80x99s licence with a good driving record. Successful can-didates will be required to provide a current driverxe2x80x99s abstract prior to their start date to confirm their license is held in good standing and that it has not been suspended or re-voked under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) or Criminal Code of Canada in the last 5 years. The City of Guelph will take into consideration the number of demerit points and/or nature of the infractions to determine if it meets our requirements.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Traffic Manuals (OTM), Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada (MUTCD), Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and other relevant legislation, acts and regulations.
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with City staff and the public.
• Excellent customer service skills with sound judgment and decision making skills.
• Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, in-ternal and external contacts, stakeholders and the general public.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Proven analytical, report writing & presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• A satisfactory police record check (including vulnerable sector screening) would be re-quired at time of offer.
• Eligibility for membership in OACETT is considered a definite asset.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Arc GIS and/or Traffic Engineering Software (TES) would be an asset.

Hours of work
35 hours per week, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. xe2x80x93 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. To facilitate special events, traffic and signal studies a flexible schedule of seven (7) consecutive hours per day, five (5) days per week will be required with two (2) weeks advance notice.Pay/Salary
CUPE Local 973 Grade: 10: $39.96 xe2x80x93 $49.04How to apply
Qualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by January 5, 2025. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this posi-tion at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.Please visit the job posting listed on our City of Guelph careers page and click on the xe2x80x9cApply for this jobxe2x80x9d button. Instructions will follow.The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in rele-vant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization's needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Ac-cessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being con-sidered for an interview will be contacted.

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