Division Manager
Houston Airport System Houston, Texas, United States
- Location: Houston, Texas, United States
- Categories: Administration and Management
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Oct 17, 2025
Job Description:
Division Manager
Description
POSITION OVERVIEWApplications Accepted From: All Persons Interested
Service Line/Section: Transportation & Drainage Operations/Traffic Engineering Operations
Reporting Location: 6922 Old Katy Road
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The posting is for a Division Manager for the traffic signal engineering group of the Transportation and Drainage service line. The selected candidate will manage a team of engineers and transportation technical staff located at Transtar. The selected candidate's responsibilities include:
- Manage and oversee all traffic signal timing group projects, by ensuring all projects have adequate staffing and adequate funding.
- Provide quality assurance and quality control for all work performed by contractors and consultants on current projects.
- Ensure that the section meet its monthly stated performance measures indicators by monitoring staff performance and progress.
- Coordinate with Interagency to ensure all traffic signals projects by other entities are reviewed and approved by the City of Houston traffic signal section.
- Responds to citizens concerning various traffic-related issues and complaints; develop corrective actions and follow them to ensure implementation.
- Manage traffic signal performance improvement program to ensure signal coordination and progression are in place along major corridors.
- Utilize Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) components such as Advance Traffic Management System (ATMS), Closed Circuit Television cameras (CCTV), Dynamic Message Signs (DMS), and Blue Tooth data collection devices to remotely monitor and enhance traffic signal operation and arterial streets safety and efficiency.
- Reviewing traffic signal engineering construction plans for compliance with the City of Houston design manual requirements.
- Oversees the inspection of traffic signal construction projects for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to prescribed standards of quality and safety.
- Assist the managing engineer in reviewing and evaluating traffic impact analysis and variance requests.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has some discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve extensive use of a video display terminal.
This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering or a field closely related to activities of the division.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven years of progressive professional experience closely related to the activities of the division are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity.
A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two years of experience.
Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2- 2).
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- Experience with traffic signal design, development and implementation of traffic signal timing and programming.
- Working knowledge of traffic simulation software such as Synchro or Vissim.
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
YES - If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade: 29
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832-395-2972). If you need login assistance/technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodation, call (832-395-2972), (TTY 7-1-1).
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new recruits and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM .
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Closing Date/Time: 11/14/2025 11:59 PM Central