The City of Gresham has an exciting and challenging opportunity for an Engineer 1 to join our team of engineering professionals at the Department of Environmental Services’ Transportation Division. The ideal candidate will have engineering skills, relevant technical and project experience, and strong communication skills to effectively work with citizens, contractors, consultants and City employees.
This job announcement will remain open until filled. First review of applications will take place the week of March 18, 2024.
As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve, and go 'one step beyond' to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways. Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.
We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.
The individual in this position will serve on our Traffic Engineering team within the Transportation Division. The team works both proactively and responsively to improve the safety and efficiency of how the City of Gresham’s transportation system operates. The individual in this position will play a key role in supporting transportation system maintenance and operations, traffic signal design and engineering and roadway safety analysis and engineering. The individual will also be the public face of the Traffic Engineering team in fielding concerns from our customers, applying engineering skill and creativity in problem-solving to enhance how our transportation system serves our community.
 
What you will get to do:

• Provide staff engineering support for traffic signals operations, including use of software applications that monitor their status and timing.
• Update traffic signal timing for use in ATC signal controllers.
• Coordinate with staff signal electricians and area schools to set and maintain timing and settings for traffic signals and flashers.
• Lead team efforts related to identification of high-crash locations and development of engineering safety countermeasures.
• Receive, analyze and respond to customer requests related to issues with the City's road network.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external partners on efforts to monitor and improve transportation system safety in Gresham.
• Design traffic signal and streetlighting systems under the supervision of the Signals Engineer and prepare plans and specifications for construction.
• Review plans prepared by other engineers for consistency with City standards.
• Provide Construction Engineering and other technical support for City traffic signal and other projects.
• Review temporary traffic control plans submitted by utilities and developers to ensure they comply with City requirements for safe operation of the transportation system.
• Review submitted land development applications and pre-applications to ensure that City Public Works Standards related to transportation system infrastructure are satisfied.
• Perform routine traffic capacity analysis using software applications.

Qualities we are looking for:

• An engineer who is eager to apply technical skill and insight toward designing and improving the transportation system in our community. This requires a basic demonstrated skill set in the principles and practice of engineering and a willingness to learn and grow as a professional.
• A problem solver who can solve problems by analyzing situations and applying critical thinking. This includes the ability to define issues, problems and opportunities, evaluate alternative approaches, and make recommendations to address the problems and/or opportunities identified.
• A collaborator who works co-operatively with other individuals and makes valued contributions that result in mutually favorable outcomes. We look for someone who is good at building and sustaining partnerships and relationships.
• An effective communicator who can articulate thoughts and express ideas effectively using oral, written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills, as well as listening skills to gain understanding. This includes the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A public servant who strives to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations. We look for someone who is innovative about finding ways to say “yes”, while having the interpersonal skills to know when and how to say “no”.
• A detail-oriented individual who applies thoroughness in accomplishing tasks through concern for all areas involved, who monitors and checks work or information and plans/organizes time and resources efficiently.
• A culturally competent individual who values diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, in how they interact with both internal and external stakeholders.

For a complete listing of knowledge, skills and abilities related to this role, please refer to the class specification. 
Knowledge of:

• Broad engineering principles, practices, methods, techniques, materials and equipment related to transportation projects
• Principles and techniques for providing a high level of customer service
• Communication principles, practices and techniques
• Data gathering, analysis, and research
• Computer applications and uses for engineering activities
• Engineering, project management, and engineering contract administration

 
Ability to:

• Interpret, apply and ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations
• Design and manage engineering projects effectively
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, representatives of other governmental agencies, contractors, developers and the public
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Analyze and interpret data in order to draw valid conclusions
• Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or related field
• One (1) year of engineering work experience, preferably related to transportation
• Oregon Fundamentals of Engineering certificate or similar accreditation
• Valid Driver’s License
• Good driving record (according to our driving matrix)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with transportation system management and operations
• Demonstrated experience with traffic signal system design and operation

Driving Matrix:
You will be disqualified from this process if you possess any of the following driving infractions:

• A major traffic offense or accident that results in death or major injury.
• Driving under the influence (DUI) offense within the last 5 years.
• Have more than 3 moving violations within a 3-year period or more than 2 within a one- year period.
• Have more than 2 accidents within a 3-year period.

To apply for this position, click 'Apply' at the top of this job posting.
 Required application materials:

• Complete online application
• Answers to supplemental questions
• Resume

If you desire a modification of this process to accommodate a disability, please provide your request in writing to HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov, or by phone to 503-618-2729, upon submitting the required documents.
A review of application materials submitted will determine which candidates will be invited to an interview.
 
Communication with candidates will be done primarily through e-mail. Sometimes these messages may land in a spam or junk mail folder. We encourage you to monitor your inbox as well as the inbox within the governmentjobs.com portal for important updates related to this process.
 
 Veteran's PreferenceThe City of Gresham provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran's preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the US Department of Veteran Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
 
 Our Commitment
 The City of Gresham is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, Oregon, or local law.
 
 Please direct questions about this position to 503-618-2729 or HRRecruiting@GreshamOregon.gov.
 
If you need assistance with the online application, please contact NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627.
 
Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and driving record review.