Traffic Engineering Assistant

Traffic Engineering Assistant (Seasonal)

City of Kenmore - Kenmore, WA, United States

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City of Kenmore Traffic Engineering Assistant (Seasonal)

SUMMARY

The Traffic Engineering Assistant (Seasonal) position is an internship position within the City of Kenmore Engineering Department which supports the City with creating and maintaining a safe, effective, and efficient traffic environment for the residents, road users, and multi-modal travelers of Kenmore.

This internship gives students an opportunity to apply principles of traffic engineering, transportation planning, and transportation policy to real-world applications in public-sector municipal government. Interns will develop skills in government policy as it relates to the different aspects of government management and intergovernmental interactions with the police, the court systems, state law, and traffic safety and operations.

This internship will contribute meaningfully to the evaluation and continued success of the City’s Automated Photo Enforcement (KAPE) program. The KAPE program supports City programs such as traffic safety and operations; the identification, development, and delivery of traffic safety improvements; operational improvements; and improvements to multimodal facilities.

This temporary position will focus on developing new policies, evaluating potential opportunities for the program, and forecasting future needs for the program and other project-based tasks related to the Kenmore Automated Photo Enforcement (KAPE) program, though other duties may be assigned as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All duties you will be performing will be under the supervision and guidance of the City Engineer or other appropriate staff member. Duties may include but are not limited to: Evaluating traffic data, and data collection either through roadside data collection devices, field observation, or video observation.
• Investigating, analyzing, and responding to photo enforcement-related inquiries and service requests from Kenmore residents, road users, partner agencies, and others.
• Research and report findings related to transportation policy and planning, and assistance with drafting policy recommendations and municipal code revisions supporting the safety, equity, and effective operation of the City’s transportation systems.
• Preparing detailed proposals for future policy or operational changes to the photo enforcement program.
• Prepare code language for review and inclusion in possible updates to the Kenmore Municipal Code specifically related to the KAPE program.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required:

• You are available to work 30-40 hours per week during the summer (or at least 3 full months).
• You have the ability to operate conventional motor vehicles in order to perform work in various locations.
• You are able to work in the office and in the field under normal and inclement weather conditions.

Helpful if:

• You have previous or current coursework in traffic or transportation engineering, or transportation planning or policy.
• You have excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail, especially in creating public-facing correspondence.
• You have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• You have familiarity with government policy.
• You have experience in conducting independent research.
• You have the ability to operate an electric bicycle.

Physical Demands:

• Sufficient hand-eye-arm coordination to use a keyboard plus arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read words and numbers.
• Auditory ability to carry on conversations over the phone and in person.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
• Driving ability in order to transport oneself in and around Kenmore and King County.
• Outdoor work may be required which will require exposure to varying weather and terrain conditions.
• Since you will be performing work in both the office and outside in the field, you may be standing, sitting, or walking for long periods of time.

Education and Experience:

• You are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with a major in Civil Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, Public Policy or similar field.

Required Application Materials:

In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter.

In your cover letter, please tell us why you are interested in working in a government agency, and how your work and school experience and other qualifications relate to this position.

As this is an internship position, it is not expected that successful applicants will have extensive experience; the most important quality for a successful intern is interest and engagement in the work required to provide our communities with a safe and effective transportation network.

Licenses and Certificates:

A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required to drive to various locations to perform work throughout the City of Kenmore or King County. If selected for this position, a good driving record with a three (3) year driving abstract would be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Work environment – This position is a combination of office work and some field work. You will be required to comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, and all work and safety rules.
• Hours of Work & Start Date - The start date for this position is flexible. The earliest start date is Monday June 1, 2026. It is expected that the candidate selected will be able to work a minimum of 3 months full-time and limited hours beyond the 3 months. Work hours are normally 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday or as agreed upon between the employee and their supervisor. This is a temporary position which is expected to end by December 31, 2026.

• Teleworking – The City of Kenmore expects that interns will be readily available to report to onsite work in Kenmore when operational needs require. Interns must have a Washington state address and live in Washington state at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. A hybrid teleworking agreement may be developed with the agreement and approval of the supervisor after successful completion of the first month of employment.

• Washington Residency – Applicants must reside in Washington State at the time of employment to fulfill job requirements and comply with state employment regulations.

OTHER ITEMS AND ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR THE CITY OF KENMORE

• This position is eligible for the sick leave benefits consistent with Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL) laws.
• This position is not eligible for paid holidays, vacation, healthcare benefits, 401(a), or other retirement plan benefits.
• Kenmore is located on the north shore of Lake Washington and has over seven miles of waterfront along the lake and the Sammamish River.
• Kenmore is a first-ring suburb of Seattle and is equi-distant to downtown Seattle, downtown Bellevue, Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, and Boeing and Paine Field in Everett.
• City Hall is in the heart of Kenmore’s downtown and is within walking distance of many local businesses, restaurants and parks!
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The City of Kenmore is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Our Service Vision is Propelling Kenmore Upward: We create a thriving community where all people love where they live.

This job/class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.

Department: Engineering

Reports To: City Engineer

FLSA: Non-Exempt