Traffic Control Officer

Traffic Control Officer

Salary

$44,616.00 - $52,000.00 Annually

Location

Detroit, Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20260133930248LAF

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

8/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Under general direction, ensures the safe movement of pedestrians, vehicles, and bicycles as needed during peak traffic times, during special events or at accident scenes. Traffic Control Officers may need to take appropriate enforcement action to maintain compliance with traffic laws and enforce parking regulations as needed. Traffic Control Officers will not engage in traffic enforcement duties but will engage in traffic and crowd control under the guidance of, and in conjunction with certified Police Officers and Supervisors.

Examples of Duties

• Directs traffic to promote continuous mobility and prevent gridlock.
• Assists in traffic control during, before and after special events, in high congested areas and on unsafe roads.
• Assists in crowd management duties during large events.
• Responds to accidents or stranded motorists.
• Testifies in court.
• Calls for backup if needed.
• Provides road assistance to motorists and gives directions if necessary.
• Directs traffic flow and reroutes traffic in case of accidents or emergencies.
• Notifies supervisor or certified Police Officer of people who may have violated motor vehicle laws and pedestrian violations.
• Prepares required reports.
• Assists in parking enforcement as directed by the supervisor or certified Police Officer.
• Supports police when they are managing traffic incidents.
• Provides rolling road closures to hold traffic back to allow removal of debris, installation of temporary traffic management equipment and other purposes.
• Provides temporary road closures as directed by the supervisor or certified Police Officer

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or G. E. D.
• Previous experience with enforcing regulations is a plus.
• Valid State of Michigan Operator License.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

Computerized Assessment 35%

Interview 35%

Evaluation of Training, Evaluation and Personal Qualifications (T.E.P.)

30%

Total Interview, Technical Assessment and Evaluation of T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points

Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD; 01/17/2023

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

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Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Detroit

Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

2 Woodward Ave ste 316

Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job