Project Manager I, II Or III - Traffic/Signals

Description

Come join our team as a Project Manager in the St.

Louis County Government Department of Transportation and Public Works in the Operations - Traffic/Signals division.

There are two positions available. One Project Manager will assist in providing a safe and state of the art traffic signal network ensuring multiple modes of transportation move in a safe and efficient manner. To achieve this goal the Project Manager will: manage a construction inspection team, ensure all traffic markings are in accordance with accepted standards and apply general engineering principles along with knowledge of signal timing, signal maintenance, roadway striping, general construction and Intelligent Transportation Systems. The second position will be responsible for the operations of the underground utility locating section.

These positions will be filled at a level I, II or III depending on the selected individual's qualifications. If these position are filled at a level I or II, advancement to the next level will occur when the qualifications for the higher level have been obtained. The starting salary range for each position is:

Project Manager I: $56,992.00 - $68,390

Project Manager II: $61,027 - $73,236

Project Manager III: $68,348- $82,014

As an employer, St.

Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short and long term disability.

To learn more County benefits, please visithttps://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.

St.

Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visithttps://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Examples of Duties

Essential Function Examples

Assist with the supervision of the signal and striping crews, comprised of 40 employees by: preparing and maintaining personnel records, aiding in the assignment and review of work and assisting with directing daily activities.

Work directly with vendors to develop innovative solutions to technological problems.

Aid in managing the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) by:

• Helping to prepare the initial design and cost estimates for ITS projects,

• Working with Project Development to ensure the projects are funded and designed to meet standards and needs,

• Verifying the projects are built according to plans and directing any necessary changes,

• Ensuring the projects are efficiently integrated into the larger system,

• Making sure the entire system is maintained and working as designed and

• Integrating equipment and data collection methods into the overall system as newer technology is introduced.

Assist with designing and implementing field changes to existing facilities to improve the flow of traffic and increase the level of safety.

Conduct complex and politically sensitive traffic studies. Prepare reports and respond to citizen requests.

Ensure the signals on county roadways are coordinated and the timing meets industry standards. Make sure the roadways are striped uniformly and correctly to assist the motoring public.

Work with Project Development to ensure the long range needs of the traffic signals section are met. Coordinate ongoing work efforts with other divisions, contractors and agencies to provide transparency and to ensure fiscal responsibility.

Create, update and revise programs, policies and specifications that can be applied uniformly for various applications.

Oversee the construction, modification or relocation aspects of all signal related projects for the County.

Oversee and assist with the day to day operations of the underground utility locating section.

Marginal FunctionExamples

Assist with preparing the annual budget for the signal and striping crews.

Aid in overseeing the traffic control implementation for special events, interstate closures and emergency conditions.

Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify for a Project Manager I, candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

To qualify for a Project Manager II, candidates should have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and be registered as a Engineering Intern with the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors.

To qualify for a Project Manager III, candidates should be Registered Professional Engineers by the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors and have five years of practical experience.

Additional Information

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade.

A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website atwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St.

Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

St.

Louis County

Division of Personnel, 7th Floor

Clayton, MO63105

(314)615-5429

Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Fax: (314) 615-7703

www.stlouiscountymo.gov