Traffic Operations Technologist

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about public safety, smart infrastructure, and the future of transportation in Alberta? Join a team where your technical expertise directly improves roadway safety, reduces collisions, and shapes the way traffic systems serve communities across the province. This is your opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals and contribute to a highway network that supports safe, efficient, and cost-effective travel for all Albertans.

In this impactful role, you’ll provide hands-on technical expertise across Alberta’s traffic operations—including signals, lighting, signage, and speed zones. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll help deliver safer highway designs, audit the performance of key traffic infrastructure, and ensure that departmental standards meet evolving needs. Your work will influence long-term decisions that directly affect public safety and optimize transportation investments.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Conducting technical reviews and audits of traffic signals, highway illumination, signage, and pavement markings to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards
• Collecting and analyzing field data (e.g., speed studies, sightlines, traffic flow) to support decision-making and infrastructure improvements
• Advising internal and external stakeholders—including engineers, consultants, and agencies—on best practices for traffic operations and system optimization
• Reviewing and maintaining signal timing plans, cabinet systems, lighting programs, and control devices, including software and hardware updates
• Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, design specifications, and operational records in the Transportation Information Management System (TIMS)
• Supporting the development of Ministerial Orders for speed limit amendments, and updating related GIS speed layers
• Contributing to the development and publication of traffic engineering manuals, guidelines, and standards, including intranet/internet content updates
• Reconciling invoices and tracking expenditures related to the Tourism Highway Signage Program (THSP)
• Participating in system testing and improvement discussions for TIMS and other internal traffic management tools

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong collaboration skills to effectively engage with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders on shared safety and infrastructure goals
• Clear and confident communication to explain technical concepts, advise on operational issues, and support public-facing decisions
• Critical thinking and judgment to evaluate infrastructure options, assess compliance, and support long-term solutions
• Attention to detail and commitment to technical accuracy, especially when reviewing plans, designs, and site conditions
• A problem-solving mindset and adaptability to emerging technologies, systems, and safety frameworks

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.    

Qualifications

Required:

• A related two-year diploma (e.g., Civil Engineering), and a minimum of seven (7) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered. 
• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation with ASET, or eligibility for CET certification in Alberta
• A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent

Preferred:

• Experience with traffic safety issues, traffic management strategies, and roadway operations.
• Familiarity with Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), highway maintenance practices, and roadway planning and design.
• Understanding of Alberta’s highway construction and rehabilitation standards, maintenance programs, and long-range and functional planning processes.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines, including the Traffic Safety Act, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada, and the Highway Capacity Manual.
• Proficiency with traffic analysis tools such as Synchro and Highway Capacity Software (HCS).

Equivalencies are:

• A related university degree and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience; or a minimum of nine (9) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Additional Position Details:

• This position is a permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm). 
• Location: Twin Atria Building, 4999 98 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6B 2X3
• Travelling will consist of less than 25% of the work schedule. Occasional overnight stays may be required. 

Recruitment Process:

• Pre-employment checks will be conducted to assess candidates’ suitability. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, academic verification, driver’s abstract, etc.
• Candidates may be required to participate in a written assignment as part of our screening process.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 
• Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca. 
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and a modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.