Transportation manager district traffic

What You Will Do

• Collect, update, and maintain District Traffic asset inventories, including data entry and inspection
• Utilize multiple computer programs/software (Excel, Collector Program, Centracs, LocatorLogix, etc.)
• Oversee and review consultant inspections and provide maintenance follow-up
• Handle sign work orders and requests, including sign ordering, distribution, and sign stock management
• Work closely with other Traffic Managers to coordinate and execute field crew job duties
• Review construction plans and complete project final inspections
• Review and assign OUPS tickets
• Respond to public inquiries
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

• Ability to work independently and manage tasks without direct supervision
• Capable of performing solo field work, including inspections and inventory management
• Experience with traffic signs, supports, ITS, and lighting, plus understanding of electrical components and safety
• Skill in distributing work assignments, tracking completion of tasks, and providing follow-up
• Knowledge of ODOT Standards, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and Construction and Material Specifications
• Commitment and passion for improving public safety
  
  

Benefits To You

• Enjoy an excellent work/life balance
• Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave
• Receive 11 paid holidays per year
• Receive regular pay increases
• Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period
• Experience growth opportunities within organization
• Particpate in employee tuition reimbursement programs
• Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution
  
  

For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits, please visit the Total Rewards website!

Official Position Description

Establishes & implements operational plan within Traffic section of Roadway Services for highway lighting, striping & signing activities to insure properly maintained & safe highways; develops short range plans & establishes work priorities, oversees work activities in assigned area, supervises, evaluates & initiates discipline, schedules work activities, coordinates equipment and materials needs for scheduled maintenance projects, evaluates effectiveness & efficiency recommending changes to improve productivity & suggest necessary policy or procedural changes to enhance production or better meet customer needs, recommends training needs & assists with training program for staff development.

Provides on-going technical advice & support to supervisor, co-workers & employees, generates operational work plan & budgetary/fiscal reports; maintains inventory by approving purchases for equipment, supplies & material which includes repair or disposal of damaged or outdated equipment or supplies; visits job sites & facilities of county to conduct safety inspections & correct or recommend any correction of any unsafe conditions or activities; works with safety personnel to review accidents & injuries & recommend needed preventive measures or solutions.

Operates state vehicle (e.g., car, pickup) to travel throughout District to determine needed work, inspect completed work, observe work force with current activities & make objective observation for future planning needs; evaluates equipment operations to schedule needed maintenance. Checks permit applications to confirm departmental policies.

Attends meetings, training & planning sessions, oversees work activities in assigned area as needed or supervises employees in absence of regularly assigned supervisor.

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles & techniques or management; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in inventory control; valid driver license, & In addition, applicants must meet one of the following depending upon the program projects assigned to the position in question: For positions involved in equipment maintenance & repair, requires 3 yrs. trg. or 3 yrs. exp. in equipment maintenance & repair (i.e., automotive mechanics &/or auto body repair), associated safety practices, & using/operating associated equipment.
• Or for positions involved in bridge maintenance & repair, requires 3 yrs. trg. or 3 yrs. exp. in bridge maintenance & repair, associated safety practices, & using/operating associated equipment.
• Or for positions involved in route marking, requires 3 yrs. trg. or 3 yrs. exp. in route marking, associated safety practices, & using/operating-associated equipment.
• Or for positions involved in highway maintenance, requires 3 yrs. trg. or 3 yrs. exp. in highway maintenance, associated safety practices, & using/operating associated equipment.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Note: if position will be assigned to operate motorized equipment of size & type regulated by Sections 4506.1, 4506.03 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code, applicant must also have valid commercial driver license; if required to operate state vehicle
  
  

Job Skills: Management

Technical Skills: Management

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Decision Making, Teamwork

Background Check

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Organization

Transportation - District 04

Agency Contact Name and Information

[email protected]

Unposting Date

Nov 3, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

District 4 HQ

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Akron

Compensation

$29.34

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Management

Technical Skills

Management

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Decision Making, Teamwork

Agency Overview

Transportation Manager 2 (District 4 Traffic Dept.), PN 20054253

Located at District 4 Headquarters, 2088 South Arlington Road, Akron, OH 44306

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5 th largest interstate system and the 3 rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.

ODOT's Mission Statement

To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.