Traffic Signal Operations Specialist

DEFINITION

Under direct supervision perform traffic data collection, traffic signal timing, traffic signal coordination, and traffic systems monitoring for effective traffic control; and perform related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Under the direction of City Engineer or designee, this position is responsible to perform technical office and field sub-professional work in support of the City's traffic signal operations in the Engineering Division. Positions in this class have some independence in selecting work methods from a variety of standard methods or procedures. Instructions given by the supervisor generally do not provide all of the information needed to complete the assignment. Incumbents are expected to resolve most problems confronted through the application of judgment and precedent, referring to the supervisor only those which involve the establishment of new procedures, deviate from approved plans or which involve solutions which are inconsistent with departmental procedures and policies.

Perform the operation and maintenance of the Traffic Operations Center (TOC), City-Wide Advance Transportation Management Systems (ATMS), Adaptive Signal Control Technology (ASCT), and legacy systems; maintain records of the TOC operations for all new and legacy traffic control systems; review signalized intersections and corridors, analyze, and model traffic data, and implement traffic signal timing and traffic signal coordination; gather, organize, analyze, and archive traffic data; analyze, test, install, maintain, and prepare operations and construction plans for traffic signal operations; assist in planning and development of the fiber optics network; work with contractors and coordinate with Public Utilities to update, modify, and repair TOC systems, and assist in the inspection and monitoring of contract work; respond and address resident concerns related to traffic systems; exchange data with other agencies, such as Caltrans, Fresno County, City of Fresno, and other traffic control centers; identify traffic signal complications and make recommendations to the supervisor; assist with approval of traffic control plans; may assist with design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for capital and traffic signal projects; and perform related work as required.

LICENSE REQUIRED

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Possession of an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field.
• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester units equaling one (1) year of experience.

• One (1) year of work experience in traffic signal operations and timing or one (1) year of work experience in the field of engineering, construction management, computer science, information technology, or industrial technology.
• Additional qualifying education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester units equaling one (1) year of experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Strength: Ability to perform moderately heavy work with lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 30 pounds;
• Environment: Perform job functions in an office or outdoors and may be required to work in all weather conditions.
• Vision: Ability to distinguish colors.
• Working conditions: Perform work in confined spaces including traffic signal cabinets and underground vaults; climb and balance while working at heights above ground level; perform work around high-volume moving traffic; exposure to electrical hazards of medium to high voltage; and exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, vibrations, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances.

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis online employment application and supplemental questionnaire, no later than 4:30 p.m. on July 22, 2025, to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. Information regarding employment with the City of Clovis, the online employment application, and the supplemental questionnaire are available online at www.cityofclovis.com. For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Brief resumes are welcome as a supplement to the City's standard application form; however, the application form and supplemental questionnaire must be filled out completely to be considered. A resume only may not be submitted in lieu of a completed online employment application to be considered. Applicants may attach acceptable application attachments to their online employment application which include a DD Form 214, college/university degree diplomas, resume, and International Degree Accreditation documentation at the time of application submission. In exception of acceptable application attachments and a reasonable accommodation request applicants may not attach any additional documents to their online employment application or submit any other documents by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery. Veterans Preference Points may be provided if a DD Form 214 demonstrating qualifying service is attached to the online employment application at the time of application submission. Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities, must be requested in writing and faxed to (559) 324-2865 at the time of application submission. Applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by email or phone once the applications have been processed and reviewed.

Applicants must meet each qualification for the position by the deadline date. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Those candidates who best meet the needs of the operations may be invited to participate in an oral examination that will be weighted 100%. Candidates receiving a passing score may be placed on an eligibility list for a period of up to one (1) year. Examinations and department interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a medical examination, a drug/alcohol screen, and a background investigation. Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.

The examination may consist of questions relative to knowledge of industry systems and equipment, such as traffic signal timing, synchronization and maintenance; applicable local and state laws and standards for the design and operation of traffic signals; the fundamentals of electrical and electronic systems and network telecommunication systems; components of traffic signal cabinet assemblies, controllers, and communications systems; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; and appropriate safety precautions and procedures. The examination may also contain questions regarding the ability to operate computerized systems and software for the operation and synchronization of traffic signals; operate electronic tools and computerized equipment to maintain traffic signal components; operate a variety of electronic and computerized traffic signal operating controls and test equipment; deploy traffic signal timing plans and corridor synchronization plans; comprehend electric logic diagrams, fiber optic diagrams, electrical drawings and specifications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; carry out assignments given in general terms; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work; and operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.

This job flyer does not constitute a contract and its terms and conditions can change without notice.

THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER