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Traffic Systems and Municipal Light Manager

brooklinema44 open roles

Pay
$93,326 – $98,399 a year
Where
Chestnut Hill, MA, US
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The posting

Brookline DPW’s Highway & Sanitation division seeks a Traffic Systems and Municipal Light Manager to oversee the Town’s municipal traffic signal systems, roadway and street lighting, regulatory and street signage, pavement markings, parking meters, the wireless fire alarm system, and related electrical and electronic infrastructure within the public right of way. This supervisory, highly technical role ensures safe, consistent, and reliable operation of critical electrical and transportation systems. The position manages Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), directs staff and contractors, supports roadway safety initiatives, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local codes and Town standards.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Direct all Traffic Systems operations for signals, lighting, signage, markings, meters, temporary signage, and municipal fire alarm systems.
  • Develop and maintain signal timing plans, coordination, pedestrian intervals, accessible pedestrian signals, detection configuration, and operational data analysis.
  • Coordinate with Engineering and Transportation on roadway and intersection projects, temporary traffic control, and infrastructure acceptance.
  • Support multimodal safety through signal, lighting, signage, and pavement marking treatments and participation in safety reviews and crash assessments.
  • Manage ITS infrastructure, including controllers, detectors, IP cameras, VMS, and fiber networks.
  • Supervise technical staff and contractors, set priorities, assign tasks, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and safety regulations.
  • Oversee inspections, preventive maintenance, system upgrades, pole changeovers, and field operations.
  • Produce and maintain GIS based maps, plans, and infrastructure databases.
  • Track work activities, materials, inventory, and equipment deployment using specialized software.
  • Ensure Dig Safe compliance by documenting and locating municipal wiring.
  • Oversee the sign shop, pavement marking program, and parking meter program.
  • Administer contracts, monitor contractor performance, and verify completed work.
  • Prepare and manage budgets, including capital replacement planning.
  • Coordinate emergency response, outages, and after hours coverage.
  • Provide training, enforce safety protocols, and maintain standard operating procedures.
  • Perform hands on technical duties as needed and serve as essential personnel during emergencies.
  • Perform all other related work as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred; additional technical training in electronics, computer technology, or a related field; five to seven years of experience in traffic control systems, roadway and street lighting maintenance, electrical work, and wireless fire alarm systems, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required licenses and certifications:

  • Licensed Electrician
  • IMSA Work Zone Safety Training
  • Level 2 IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Certification (minimum two years)
  • OSHA 30 Supervisor Training (within one month of employment)
  • Valid MA Hoisting Engineer’s License
  • Bucket truck operation certification
  • Valid Class D Driver’s License
  • Preferred: IMSA Signs and Markings Level II

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong competency in electrical and electronic traffic systems, ITS technologies, and interpreting plans and schematics. They will have excellent analytical, communication, planning, and supervisory abilities, experience supervising through a subordinate supervisor, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment, coordinate complex field operations, and respond to emergencies in varying outdoor conditions.

Pay and Benefits

Starting salary range is $93,326 – $98,399 depending on experience. Brookline offers comprehensive benefits, including health and dental insurance, retirement pension plan participation, generous paid vacation and sick leave, and professional development opportunities.

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