PW Traffic Inspector

About the role

The Public Works Traffic Inspector performs technical and physical work to assist in the inspection of traffic and street/sidewalk projects and operations for compliance with state and local requirements and safety standards. Work is performed on City streets or within the City’s right-of-way including traffic operations with general supervision. Reports to the City Traffic Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Manages the temporary street, sidewalks and inspects street and sidewalk closures.
• Affords assistance with managing the parking permit program.
• Coordinates with utility companies and other stakeholders the temporary street, sidewalks and parking adjustments needed for improvements and changes.
• Inspects traffic control operations to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. Works with in-house staff and contractors to identify deficiencies and make corrections for compliance and safety.
• Collaborates with Traffic Operations staff on maintenance and infrastructure improvement efforts.
• Ensures proper public notification related to work in the right of way, and traffic control measures by contractors.
• Keeps progress records and prepares reports on project for planning and accountability of contractors and staff. Notifies contractors of deviations or errors and advises on corrective actions needed.
• Reviews and verifies contractor billing quantities are accurate prior to payment.
• Enforces safety standards and policies on construction sites.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Subject to being called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. Must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED AND 2 years of experience in street/traffic maintenance, construction, inspection, or related area.
• 4 years of experience in street/traffic maintenance, construction, inspection, or related area.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.
• Virginia Intermediate Traffic Control Certification within 12 months of hire.
• OSHA Construction Safety training within 12 months of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record according to city criteria.
• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, pre-employment physical and pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of state and local ordinances, laws and regulations related to traffic operations.
• Working knowledge of ADA compliance, right of way operations, traffic regulations and safety standards.
• Intermediate: Ability to read and understand written materials such as regulations, safety standards, reports, design plans, etc.
• Intermediate: Ability to organize data and write clear and concise reports to notify contractor of non-compliance issues and to keep management informed of project progress, changes, etc., using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Intermediate: Ability to work with and understand number systems; simple formulas, practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions, and measurements; including to monitor expenditures and verify billing by contractors for accuracy.
• Intermediate: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, city staff, vendors, contractors, and the public. Ability to provide and receive complex information. May include interactions that involve stressful, negative situations requiring significant tact and the ability to diffuse aggressive behavior and reach consensus. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and understanding.

Skills

• Intermediate: Comprehensive, practical knowledge of traffic operations and analytical judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Skilled: Skill in reading blueprints and design plans.
• Skilled: Skill in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office applications, departmental software, and data entry.
• Assists in the monitoring of project expenditures to ensure accountability of funds.
• Position does not supervise staff but may serve as a resource for project teams.
• Organization and time management skills, sometimes under strict time constraints.
• Frequent change of tasks.
• Works closely with others as part of a team.
• Tedious and exacting work.
• Performing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• May be required to work additional hours outside of normal schedule.
• May require dealing with angry, frustrated and/or upset individuals.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.
• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Pay

Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity:

• PW Traffic Inspector: Preferred hiring range is between $23.42 - $28.20 an hour ($48,713.60 - $58,656.00 annually).
• PW Traffic Inspector In-Training: Preferred hiring range is between $19.12 - $20.34 an hour ($39,769.60 - $42,307.20 annually).

Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.