Supervisor, Traffic Systems Management

Supervises the planning and operation of computer-based traffic control systems. Administers data communication networks and provides input into software development. Supervises engineering services relating to signal operation and traffic signal design.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Supervises Traffic Systems Management Analysts and students. Administers contracts for systems maintenance and studies.
• Supervises and administers the activities of the Section, including the operation and integration of computerized central traffic control systems, hardware, and communications network.
• Supervises the maintenance of databases, backups, and logs (on and off-site storage) for traffic control systems and applications, legal logs, and traffic control equipment inventory.
• Determines methodologies and operational strategies for signal timing optimization, traffic control and signal operation, intersection capacity analysis, and traffic control systems used by staff.
• Develops and monitors work programs and plans to meet Section objectives.
• Supervises the monitoring and assessment of traffic control hardware of centralized system and signalized intersections to optimize system performance and traffic flow. Visits construction sites to assess on-street signal operation.
• Determines design criteria / requirements for traffic control systems expansion / enhancement, including configuration strategies for communication networks. Oversees / coordinates information requests.
• Supervises and assists with the development of traffic signal design drawings. Approves drawings for inclusion in tender documents.
• Assists Manager in the development and implementation of long term plans, design standards, operating policies, and procedures related to signal designs.
• Participates on internal and external committees. Provides technical expertise and evaluations / reviews of transportation impact studies for development proposals / applications and capital projects to other divisional program areas, Design & Construction, Planning, Development & Legislative Services; area municipalities, and consultants.
• Supervises traffic system related projects and participates on project teams for traffic engineering and transportation planning studies.
• Prepares technical reports on system operations and planning for the Planning and Works Committee and Council. Conducts presentations to the public, Council, educational institutions, and agencies. Compiles technical evidence for Court.
• Administers budget for traffic control systems (including hardware / software and traffic control equipment); approves purchase requisitions. Prepares budget forecast and monitors expenditures. Ensures Section equipment is maintained in good working condition. Maintains traffic control asset management data and prepares equipment replacement program and related reports (e.g., disaster recovery, insurance).
• Exchanges information with Finance and IT, regarding procurement, budget, and to coordinate projects.
• Provides information to provincial staff, municipal agencies, Police, Fire, organizations, and consultants. Meets with industry and special interest groups. Discusses software and hardware design issues with vendors. Responds to public complaints / concerns.
• Backs up the Manager and other supervisors as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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