Manager Traffic Operations - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Transportation

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Associate Director, Traffic Systems & Operations, the Manager, Traffic Operations is responsible for the management of the Traffic Operations Maintenance section including sign manufacturing and installation, pavement marking maintenance, traffic signals and roadway illumination, to ensure an efficient operation and to meet Council approved levels of service.

Education:

Postsecondary 2 or 3year diploma course in Transportation/Civil Engineering or Electronic/ Electrical Technology.
An equivalent combination of education, experience and qualifications may be considered.

Knowledge:

10 years of experience in a municipal traffic organization in areas of traffic signal design, installation and maintenance, and traffic signing and pavement marking operations, including at least 5 years at a supervisory capacity.
5 years of experience in a Public Works / municipal traffic systems and operations setting is preferred.
Must be certified with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT). If not currently certified, eligibility for certification may be considered, with the requirement to become certified within a specified period of time.
International Municipal Signals Association (IMSA) Level II Certification in Signals, Signs, Marking and Roadway Lighting is preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of the Highway Traffic Act, Employment Standards Act, Occupation Health and Safety Act, the Ontario Traffic Manual, Minimum Maintenance Standards, AODA and Environmental Assessment Act.
Significant knowledge of traffic signal design and operation.
Certified as an Electrician (under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act) with electronic endorsement is preferred.

Responsibilities:

_ Provides management and oversight of all programs and activities related to the manufacture, installation and maintenance of signs, pavement markings, traffic signals, roadway illumination and other traffic control devices.

(40% of time)_:

Develops and organizes work plans and programs, ensuring they are planned, prioritized and adequately resourced.
Oversees and monitors the delivery of services, ensuring they are timely, cost effective and coordinated. Ensures work orders are accurate and completed. Prepares summaries and reports on status of work programs, performance and accomplishments.
Ensures effective operating policies, processes and practices are in place to provide guidance and support to daily operations and ensure the delivery of services both safely and efficiently.
Provides leadership and technical guidance to staff with a focus on effective service delivery, exceptional customer service and continuous improvement.
Directs and guides the use of the Region's maintenance management system and other systems in place to support daily operations and asset management activities.
Receives and responds to emergencies and other requests for service from the public, elected officials, other agencies or municipalities and takes appropriate action.
Manages and delivers complex projects throughout the project lifecycle, by managing the integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement for each individu