Posting number: 26-20437-11
Department: Public Works Department
Job classification: Traffic Engineering Associate
Posting type: Open
Categories: Engineering
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The City of San Bernardino is seeking a Traffic Engineering Associate who is passionate about improving roadway safety, optimizing traffic flow, and making a visible impact in the community. If you enjoy solving real-world transportation challenges and want your work to directly enhance daily life for residents, this is your opportunity to make a difference!
As a future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity.
San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.
The City of San Bernardino is looking for a skilled and motivated Traffic Engineering Associate to join our Public Works team. In this role, you will support a wide range of traffic engineering functions, including traffic studies, signal timing, roadway design, and the evaluation of traffic control systems.
You’ll work on meaningful projects that influence how people travel throughout the city—reviewing development proposals, analyzing traffic data, responding to community concerns, and helping design solutions that improve safety and efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with City leadership, regional agencies, and the public while gaining hands-on experience in both technical analysis and field implementation.
This is an ideal opportunity for a driven professional who enjoys a balance of office and field work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is eager to grow their career in traffic and transportation engineering.
The ideal candidate is a motivated and detail-oriented traffic engineering professional who is passionate about improving roadway safety and mobility. They bring a strong foundation in traffic engineering principles and enjoy applying data-driven solutions to real-world challenges.
They are analytical and resourceful, with the ability to evaluate traffic conditions, interpret technical data, and develop practical recommendations. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing multiple projects, from reviewing development plans to responding to community traffic concerns.
This individual is also a strong communicator who can clearly explain technical information to a variety of audiences, including City staff, elected officials, and the public. They thrive in a collaborative environment, work well both independently and as part of a team, and are eager to continue developing their skills in traffic engineering and transportation planning.
A proactive mindset, sound judgment, and a commitment to public service will set the successful candidate apart.
Your day may include reviewing traffic data, signal timing, and community requests to identify ways to improve traffic flow and safety. You could visit project sites, evaluate requests for stop signs or other traffic controls, and coordinate with maintenance crews on pavement markings or device installations.
You may also review traffic impact studies for new developments, prepare recommendations, and respond to questions from residents and City staff. Your work combines technical analysis and problem-solving to make City streets safer and more efficient.
For more information on this position, click here: Traffic Engineering Associate
Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering; and three (3) years of progressively responsible civil or traffic engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
A valid State driver’s license is required.
Recruitment Timeline
Application Closing Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm
Applications Review: Week of November 16, 2026, or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE)
**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of Human Resources**
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the City’s official website at www.sbcity.org. This recruitment will close on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review, investigation, and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation, they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening, the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants, including those who meet the minimum qualifications, are suitable for the position.
The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.
Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at www.uscis.gov
The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at (909) 998-2060.
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Human Resources at 909-998-2060 or email Stephanie Rivera at rivera_es@sbcity.org.
Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org.
City of San Bernardino Municipal Government
Vision Statement
Our vision for the City of San Bernardino is for it to be strong and prosperous. The City of San Bernardino will be the hub of economic growth in the Inland Empire. San Bernardino will offer a wide range of housing, recreation, cultural, education, and employment opportunties for all who come live and work here. A strong sense of community will continue to grow and thrive within our city limits.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide quality and cost effective services to the people of San Bernardino. We will provide excellence in leadership through the allocation of public resources to City programs that are responsive to community priorities and maximize opportunities for economic, educational and cultural viability.
