Remote Traffic Officer Jobs
Remote traffic officer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed teams in sectors like transportation management, logistics, and infrastructure consulting. Employers hiring remotely right now include WSB, Olsson, and Whatnot. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Introduction
Duties will include managing a diverse range of traffic engineering projects, acting as a contact for the Transportation and Infrastructure Department for development review (new construction, planning and building permit reviews); ensuring the planning, design and operation of traffic systems to enhance safety, mobility, and efficiency; supporting senior staff and mentoring junior engineers and traffic engineering technicians; authoring/revising technical specifications and design manuals; utilizing advanced expertise in traffic analysis, transportation planning/schematic design, engineering plan review and roadway design; representing the Department in public meetings; collaborating closely with local agencies, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution in Traffic Engineering, Civil Engineering or a closely related field and
- Six years' related experience in a traffic engineering environment.
- An equivalent combination of education and job related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirement
- Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, OR by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain Arizona Registration through reciprocity within 6 months of employment.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Essential Functions
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Work Environment/Physical Demands
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Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98 % which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.
Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Criminal Background screening
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experienceEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance.
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Introduction
Duties will include managing a diverse range of traffic engineering projects, acting as a contact for the Transportation and Infrastructure Department for development review (new construction, planning and building permit reviews); ensuring the planning, design and operation of traffic systems to enhance safety, mobility, and efficiency; supporting senior staff and mentoring junior engineers and traffic engineering technicians; authoring/revising technical specifications and design manuals; utilizing advanced expertise in traffic analysis, transportation planning/schematic design, engineering plan review and roadway design; representing the Department in public meetings; collaborating closely with local agencies, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution in Traffic Engineering, Civil Engineering or a closely related field and
- Six years' related experience in a traffic engineering environment.
- An equivalent combination of education and job related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirement
- Registration as a Professional Engineer with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, OR by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain Arizona Registration through reciprocity within 6 months of employment.
- Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.
Essential Functions
Click here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Click here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.
Benefits Highlights:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
- Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
- Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
- City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98 % which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
- Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
- Pet Insurance
- Bilingual pay compensation
Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.
Selection Process:
The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.
Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:
- Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
- Criminal Background screening
The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.
PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experienceEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491.
This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance.
Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote traffic officer jobs.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required by most hiring agencies
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- State or regional traffic control flagger certification
- Ability to stand and direct traffic for extended outdoor shifts in all weather
- Familiarity with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices standards
- First aid and CPR certification preferred or required by many employers
Tips for Your Remote Traffic Officer Job Search
Prove your async coordination skills upfront
Remote traffic officer roles require you to coordinate incidents, relay updates, and document decisions without face-to-face contact. Build a short portfolio showing written incident summaries, digital log samples, or remote dispatch communications to demonstrate you can keep operations moving asynchronously.
Get certified in traffic management software
Remote employers screen for fluency with tools like traffic management systems, GIS platforms, and digital reporting dashboards. Earning a recognized certification or completing hands-on training in these platforms signals you can contribute on day one without needing on-site onboarding.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote traffic officer openings from companies hiring across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Prepare for scenario-based remote interviews
Remote hiring managers for traffic officer roles often present real-world incident scenarios during video interviews to assess independent judgment. Practice walking through how you'd document, escalate, and resolve a traffic incident using only digital tools and written communication channels.
Remote Traffic Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote traffic officer job?
Start by targeting companies with distributed operations, such as remote-first transportation consultancies, logistics platforms, and infrastructure firms that manage traffic systems across multiple regions. Remote employers screen for self-direction, clear written communication, and familiarity with traffic management software and digital reporting tools. Candidates who can demonstrate they've worked independently, coordinated across time zones, or managed incident documentation without on-site supervision stand out.
Which companies hire remote traffic officers?
Companies hiring remote traffic officers right now include WSB, Olsson, and Whatnot, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first transportation consultancies, distributed logistics firms, and infrastructure organizations that oversee traffic operations across multiple locations without requiring staff to be on-site.
Can you get a remote traffic officer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one. Remote-first transportation and logistics firms are your best starting point. In place of direct experience, candidates can show completed coursework in traffic management, proficiency with traffic monitoring software, and examples of handling complex tasks without close supervision.
Do you need a degree for remote traffic officer jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers prioritize demonstrated skills over formal credentials, particularly for traffic officers who can show hands-on familiarity with traffic control systems, incident reporting platforms, and data interpretation. Relevant certifications in transportation management or public safety, combined with a portfolio of documented results, can carry as much weight as a degree.
Which industries hire the most remote traffic officers?
Most remote traffic officer openings sit in Consulting & Professional Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed teams to monitor and coordinate traffic operations across geographically spread locations, making remote traffic officer roles a practical fit for their staffing models.
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