Traffic Engineering Specialist
Salary
$63,107.98 - $94,662.10 Annually
Location
Field Operations 6210 W. Myrtle Ave., Glendale, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-04700
Department
Transportation
MUNIS- Org Description
Barricade Management
Opening Date
06/30/2026
Closing Date
7/14/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Hours per Week
40
Description
Salary:This position is a Grade 318 with an annual salary between $63,107-$94,662
About Us and the Role:
The City of Glendales Transportation Department provides quality public transit facilities and services that support and enhance a safe and high quality of life for our residents, while helping to improve and sustain the environment.
The Traffic Engineering Specialist performs highly technical and skilled professional work related to traffic engineering, including the design, implementation, inspection, review, and scheduling of traffic control devices such as pavement markings, traffic signing, construction barricades, and/or event barricading, depending on area of assignment. Collaborates with contractors, city staff, and external stakeholders to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with federal, state, and municipal regulations.
The ideal candidate for the role will have an Associate degree in Engineering, Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or a related field with coursework in traffic engineering, pavement markings, or barricading, and three years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic control, or barricading.
Benefits:
The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY26-27 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale's Benefits page for more information.
Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave:
Regular status position's offer:
The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays.
Vacation leave accrues at 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours per year), and increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years, and to 7.6 hours after 10 years of service.
Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours per year).
Retirement:
Essential Functions
Depending on assignment duties may include but are not limited to:
Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors
Associate degree in Engineering, Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or a related field with coursework in traffic engineering, pavement markings, or barricading, and three years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic control, or barricading.
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of traffic engineering, including traffic control device installation
Federal and state transportation laws governing traffic control devices and/or barricading
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and/or City of Phoenix Barricade Manual
Materials and methods used in pavement markings, traffic signing, and/or barricading
Computer-aided design software such as AutoCAD, GIS software, and/or inventory systems like Lucity
Ability to:
Design and review traffic control and/or barricading plans for safe and effective implementation
Conduct nighttime surveys or inspections to ensure visibility and compliance
Create computer-assisted traffic control plans using Invarion or similar software
Communicate effectively with contractors, city staff, and external agencies
Work independently and maintain accurate records of inspections and project statuses
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders
Operate city vehicles
Special Requirements:
Valid Arizona drivers license.
ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor certification or IMSA Signing and Pavement Markings certification within one year of hire, depending on area of assignment.
This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required, and they will be subject to further audiogram and vision testing throughout their period of employment. The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing.
Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational
To view the success factor definitions please click here. (If needed, click here to download PDF reader).
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Requires lifting up to 60 lbs, walking on busy roadways, and working in extreme weather conditions. Duties may involve evening, holiday, and weekend shifts. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles.
Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.gov/Your-Government/Connect/Departments/Human-Resources-Risk-Management/Benefits
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I understand that my work experience must be in the body of this application and that "see resume" is grounds for disqualification from further consideration. Furthermore, I verify that the information I have provided on this application is accurate, and that any answers I provide to the following questions are also reflected in the Work Experience section of my application. I understand that the responses I provide will be verified through the recruitment process and any misstatement of material facts will also be grounds for disqualification from further consideration.
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Please select the response that most accurately represents your education and work experience as it relates to your candidacy for Traffic Engineering Specialist for the City of Glendale.
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How many years of Traffic Control experience do you have?
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Do you possess either or both of the following ATSSA certifications? Please check the box(es) below which apply to you.
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Do you have Invarion Software experience?
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Do you have special and/or mega event experience?
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How many years of customer service experience do you have?
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Which of the following specialized computer skills do you have (check all that apply)?
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Employer City of Glendale (AZ)
Address 5970 W Brown St
Glendale, Arizona, 85302
Phone 623-930-2270
Website http://www.glendaleaz.gov