Transportation Planner I – Transit Regional Coordination and Mobility Management

North Central Texas Council of Governments • Full-time • Arlington, Texas, United States • $47.62k - $57.14k / year • 1m ago

Job Description

Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service?

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking Transportation Planners to support the Land-Use and Mobility Options program, specifically within the area of Regional Transit Coordination and Mobility Management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate and discuss public transportation projects in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area with internal staff, transit partners, public and private transportation providers, local governments, communities, and other stakeholders. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing relevant work experience as well as a current resume.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Assisting with the coordination, implementation, management, and assessment of short-term transit-related projects
Supporting the implementation of transit focused strategies outlined in Access North Texas (www.accessnorthtexas.org).
Assisting with building supportive community networks
Supporting the development of traditional and innovative transit service delivery in a multimodal environment across a multi-county region
Providing technical assistance and support within the agency and to external partners for short-term transit system planning, service planning, analysis, and service design
Preparing for supervisor review, short-range transit planning and development documents, including grant applications
Assisting with the research, analysis and interpretation of federal, State and local regulations pertaining to transportation planning and funding
Drafting for supervisor review, correspondence, technical reports, and other documents
Drafting presentations for supervisor review, with the opportunity to deliver presentations to staff and committee members

Required Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills
Good critical-thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
Good work ethic
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods (transportation planning, urban/regional planning, public administration, engineering, etc.)
One year or less of work-related experience

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $47,618.00 - $57,141.60 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise. NCTCOG also serves as a designated recipient for Federal Transit Administration funds.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:

All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:

The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.

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