Vision Zero Technician

JOB POSTING #:  2025-0259

POSTING PERIOD:  Friday, July 4, 2025 at 8:30 AM to Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM

DEPARTMENT: Operations 

UNION:  CUPE Local 543

JOB CODE: 543281

POSTING STATUS:  Regular Full-Time

GRADE/CLASS: 0.14

# OF POSITIONS: 1

RATE OF PAY: $31.77 - $37.33 per hour

SHIFT WORK REQUIRED:  No

DUTIES:

Reporting to the Manager, Road Safety, this position will support the implementation and monitoring of initiatives aligned with the Vision Zero Road Safety Plan. This position involves collecting and analyzing traffic data, investigating traffic-related complaints, and making recommendations to improve road safety. This position is responsible for preparing work orders, maintaining traffic and collision databases, and drafting reports for Council approval to ensure alignment with Vision Zero goals and objectives. Will utilize specialized Traffic Engineering Software to evaluate traffic patterns and road safety conditions. Investigates public and agency concerns related to traffic safety and provide recommendations for improvements. Will collect, analyze, and maintain traffic and collision data for Vision Zero initiatives. Will conduct site visits to assess safety hazards and propose actionable solutions. Prepares work orders for implementing safety improvements such as signs, pavement markings, and traffic calming measures. Ensures all installations comply with Vision Zero principles and relevant regulations. Responsible for drafting technical reports, by-law amendments, and Council submissions regarding road safety projects and modifications. Responsible for coordinating with internal departments and external stakeholders to advance Vision Zero goals. Engages in community outreach and educational efforts to promote road safety awareness. Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program.  Will perform other related duties as required.
 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a three (3) year post-secondary school Community College Diploma in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering Technology or related field or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency;
• Must have over three (3) years of experience in traffic engineering or road safety.
• Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class ‘G’ Driver’s Licence in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purpose of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
• Must have knowledge of Ontario Traffic Manuals (OTM) and the Highway Traffic Act;
• Must be familiar with Vision Zero principles and practices;
• Must have strong technical report writing and presentation skills;
• Experience with Traffic Engineering Software considered an asset;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) will be considered an asset;
• Given that this job is a new position a Physical Demands analysis will be completed with the incumbent after approximately six months of occupying the position.

NOTE:

• Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
• We offer a smoke-free office environment
• Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
• The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.  If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.