Managing Civil Engineer- Traffic

Managing Civil Engineer- Traffic

Salary

$105,398.00 - $158,097.00 Annually

Location

201 S. 18th Street, Springfield, OR

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

2026-00028

Department

DPW Operations

Opening Date

07/10/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NON

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Description

Job Number: 2026-28

Classification: Manager/ Program Manager

Closes: Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Non-Represented

Exempt, Full Benefits

Grade: D63 (Civil Engineer, Managing II)

$105,398- $158,097, Pay dependent on qualifications and in accordance with Oregons Pay Equity Act.

• Benefit enrolled employees and dependents have access to a FREE, on-site health and wellness center.

Position includes generous medical package to include $1,200 health reimbursement account, sick leave, vacation, holidays, gym membership, and participation in Oregon Public Employee's Retirement (PERS).

Relocation reimbursement for actual costs up to $5,000 may be available if the incumbent is relocating greater than 100 miles.

Position Overview:

The City of Springfield is seeking a Managing Civil Engineer- Traffic to manage and ensure regulatory compliance with all traffic systems by operating the system, design of the system, analysis, intergovernmental cooperation and coordination.

Essential Duties to Include:

• Managing the planning, design, and implementation of traffic and transportation projects, including signal systems, roadway safety improvements, and traffic flow optimization.
• Leads engineering teams, evaluates traffic studies, ensures adherence to standards and regulations, and provides technical direction on complex traffic engineering challenges.
• Leads Operations Technicians and Electricians for maintenance, repair, and preservation of all signal, sign, and street marking assets.
• Collaborates with public agencies, internal departments, and community stakeholders to enhance mobility and safety.

For the complete job description, please see: Class Specifications | Civil Engineer, Managing II | Class Spec Details

Training & Experience:

The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. Such a way to meet minimum qualifications could include:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field, and;
• 8 or more years of experience in civil engineering
• A minimum of 3 years of supervisory responsibilities

Preferences may be given for knowledge and experience:

• Transportation Engineering
• Transportation Planning
• Knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Experience with Traffic Simulation, GIS, and CAD software
• Experience with City Council communications and the ability to present

Selection and Interview Process:

Top candidates will be invited to interview. Candidates moving forward will be contacted with additional details.

As a part of our selection process, it will be necessary for candidates to provide the names and email addresses of up to five professional references (including two managers) that can provide information on work performance. To avoid any delay in the process, we ask candidates to start gathering reference information now (name, email address, contact info and time period you worked together). Additional information regarding reference checking will be emailed to candidates at a later date through the SkillSurvey Pre-Hire 360 system.

The selection process will include: reference checks and criminal background check.

All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran's Preference in Public Employment Law.

Please do not indicate 'See Resume' in the 'Work Experience' part of the application. The information you provide in the application 'Work Experience' and 'Job Duties' will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process. Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit.

NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Springfield offers all regular employees a complete benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription and access to a wellness clinic along with additional supplemental and voluntary options.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

01

Any combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience will be used to assess minimum qualifications for this position. What is the highest degree you have completed (Associates, Bachelors, etc.), and what field is your degree in? If this doesnt apply, please indicate "N/A".

02

How many years of experience do you have in civil engineering?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5-7 years
• 8 or more years

03

Do you have a minimum of 3 years' experience of supervisory responsibilities?

• Yes
• No

04

Please check ALL that you have previous experience with:

• Transportation Engineering
• Transportation Planning
• Knowledge of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Experience with Traffic Simulation, GIS, and CAD software
• Experience with City Council communications and the ability to present
• NONE of these apply to me

05

Please describe your education, experience, and knowledge that you believe makes you qualified for this position including any traffic-specific experience.

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield, Oregon

Address 225 5th Street

Suite 201

Springfield, Oregon, 97477

Phone 541-726-3705

Website https://www.springfield-or.gov