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General Purpose This position is responsible for providing overall management of projects, programs, finances and work crews in the Traffic Group and the Signals Group. Union Affiliation: Non-Union Pay Grade 20: $87,977.00 - $98,179.00 Remote Tier 2: Up to one (1) day remote/week Essential Job Functions Provide management to: Traffic Group: Responsible for Signs, Lines, Meters and Crossing Guards Signals Group: Responsible for Traffic Signals and Warning Lights. Recruit, supervise, train, and evaluate crew performance, including but not limited to discipline, resolving conflicts, motivating employees and proper documentation of performance in accordance with the City of Burlington Comprehensive Personnel Policy Manual

Provide guidance and coaching to crews to promote to team philosophy and professionalism, including identifying opportunities for professional development Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Department and Division goals; communicate these goals to the crew and solicit feedback, in coordination with Division Director. Develop operations, maintenance and capital programs and evaluation metrics, in coordination with the Division Director. Manage and prioritize work tasks Manage the schedule for regular, seasonal and part time crews.

Manage material and equipment resources. Monitor and document the day-to-day operations and long term programs. Prepare a variety of daily, monthly and year-end reports as they relate to these programs.

Including but not limited to task management, cost projections, inventory control, budget performance, etc. Prepare requests for bid/contract documents for vendor services, including but not limited to, yearly contracts, special projects, equipment, maintenance, etc. Manage vendor contracts to ensure the use of the proper methods and materials and that the vendor maintains a safe worksite in compliance with City standards.

layout and construction/installation of traffic signs, pavement markings and signals as designed by Tech Services or their consultants. Coordinate construction/installation with other departments/organizations (e.g. Police, Fire, Parks, CCTA, etc) and DigSafe as needed

Assure adherence to quality standards established by department procedures, City regulations and state and industry standards. Facilitate daily safety meeting and ensure the City Safety Manual is followed. Review up- dates to VOSHA and DOT Traffic Standards.

Act as "Ambassador" for DPW, carrying out work in a manner consistent with Department Mission and Vision. Identify and coordinate truck servicing with Fleet Manager. Oversee the completion of work orders including billing functions and solve related problems as required.

Maintain database to ensure yearly accurate measurement of installed assets including but not limited to signs, lines and signal equipment. Monitor daily job progression, manage fieldwork, solve problems related to field conflicts. Coordinate and staff the City's Crossing Guard program.

Non-Essential Job Functions: Performs other duties as required. Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.

High school diploma or equivalent and six (6) years of related experience in management of traffic related construction, with at least three (3) years' experience in supervision of others required. Demonstrated knowledge of VOSHA and DOT Traffic Standards. Ability to obtain a valid Vermont State CDL Class B Driver's License within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge of departmental, divisional, City and state policies, procedures and regulations affecting area of assignment. Ability to inspect work projects for adherence to specifications, divisional procedures and other pertinent regulations and codes. Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts.

Knowledge of supervisory practices and the ability to delegate work through others. Knowledge of administrative practices and the ability to provide required written reports and documentation. Ability to work in a Windows based environment with knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet and database software.

Ability to learn new, program-specific software applications. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with supervisors, staff, subordinates, governmental and industrial representatives, and the general public. Demonstrated ability to forecast and plan long-range division maintenance and repair projects and the ability to recommend long-range construction and improvements projects in area of assignment.

Ability to create and maintain an environment that embraces the 6 operating principles: Customer Service, Fiscal Responsibility, Good Labor Relations, Employee Empowerment, Cooperation and Constant Improvement. Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions. Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.

Additional Information Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity. The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply. Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website. For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov.