Traffic Technologist
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Status: Full Time, Permanent
Date Posted: August 11, 2025
Date Closing: September 2, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Number of Positions: 1
Scheduled Hours/Shifts: 35 hours per week
Salary: $86,728 – $105,518 per year
Flexible Working Arrangements: Yes
Vacancy Reason: Yes
WHY Stouffville:
Working for the Town of Stouffville means being a part of one of HRD Canada’s Best Places to Work. Here, we foster a sense of belonging as a tightknit workforce. The Town is dedicated to supporting its employees, by providing competitive compensation, OMERS Pension, employer funded benefits, paid vacation, sick time, EAP and flexible work arrangements, to help you prioritize what matters most.
Join a forward-thinking municipal team where your expertise in traffic engineering directly enhances community safety and mobility. As a Traffic Technologist, you’ll lead impactful initiatives like traffic calming, automated speed enforcement, and safety zone planning—while enjoying a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and businesses.
We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer, supportive of an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and as we grow, it’s important that our workforce reflects the citizens we serve. At the Town, we respect, encourage, and celebrate our diversity. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.
Position Purpose:
Under the direction of the Manager, Transportation Services and working in conjunction with the Transportation Supervisor, the Traffic Technologist is responsible for managing and reviewing the Towns Traffic Calming Policy, Community Safety Zones, supports the implementation of the Automated Speed Enforcement program, conducts traffic counts, analyzing data, compiling statistics, maintaining transportation databases, and assisting with traffic plans and reports. Performs field inspections, monitoring traffic engineering and transportation related projects and programs, ensuring proper installation of signs and pavement markings. Prepare and develop budget estimates for traffic related items. Undertakes various reviews including new development traffic requirements, communication projects aimed to enhance the educational aspects of traffic, pedestrian and cycling safety to the residents and businesses in the Municipality.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology Program or equivalent in a related field of studies and experience in municipal transportation. Eligible for certification by Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians & Technologists.
- Three (3) years of experience in municipal infrastructure design, construction, inspection and contract administration.
- Two (2) years of experience in municipal Public Works
- Sound knowledge of applicable legislation such as: the Highway Traffic Act, Environmental Assessment Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Ontario Traffic Manual Books.
- Good collaboration, organizational, problem solving and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Solid communication skills combined with good customer service and the ability to communicate courteously and effectively with various parties such as contractors, consultants, staff, the public and other government agencies.
- Solid knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe including knowledge of computer software and techniques applicable to the areas of transportation engineering/planning or project coordination and administration.
- Basic knowledge of construction contracts, construction practices, and engineering drawings as it relates to transportation projects.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” drivers license in good standing and reliable vehicle to utilize on corporate business. Must be able to operate tow vehicle and ensure appropriate placement of radar boards and small trailers.
- Available to work a flexible work week which may include scheduled and unscheduled overtime as required.
How to apply:
Please forward your resume in confidence by September 2, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., identifying Job # 2025-082-IE in the subject line to hr@townofws.ca.
Please save your resume in PDF version and save the document in the following format: Full name, Position Title.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
