Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States.
The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking an individual to assume a leadership role on the Land-Use and Mobility Options team, 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, transportation planners, public and private transportation providers, local governments, communities, and other stakeholders. The official title for the individual in this position will be Senior Transportation Planner. 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:
- Developing traditional and innovative transit service delivery in a multimodal environment across a multi-county region
- Monitoring and coordinating project activities, including budget expenditures
- Documenting project progress and ensuring accurate and timely completion
- Handling special assignments outside of daily tasks
- Coordinating and reviewing consultant contracts, deliverables, materials, and monthly invoices
- Participating in the collection and analysis of data
- Designing and implementing reliable technical tools for project and data management, which may include assisting with assessments, safety performance measures, and setting regional targets
- Supporting various committees, public outreach, and events
- Reviewing local government and regional plans and projects to develop transit planning recommendations
- Organizing workshops and training
- Researching, analyzing and interpreting Federal, State and local regulations pertaining to transportation planning and funding
- Preparing and reviewing memorandums, letters, documentation, articles, executive summaries and technical reports
- Supervising staff
Required Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication, both verbal and written and interpersonal and customer-service skills, with an ability to establish collaboration
- Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to handle multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing the quality of work
- Well versed in project and time management
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Ability to accept new techniques and procedures quickly and integrate with daily job functions
- Experience with developing project schedules and tracking
- Familiarity with Census data and American Community Survey (ACS) data for analysis
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods (i.e., urban planning, transportation planning, public administration, urban geography, or a related field); Master’s degree desired
- At least three years of work-related experience
Starting Salary Range
Minimum of $72,883.06 to $87,459.67 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, the North Central Texas Council of Governments (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.
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 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.
Statement Concerning Employment in a Job Not Covered by Social Security:
• NCTCOG participates in a defined contribution plan as an alternative to Social Security. NCTCOG offers mandatory and elective retirement plans that have been developed specifically for public-sector retirement plan participants.
• Be advised if you are hired by NCTCOG, your earnings from this job are not covered under Social Security (i.e., you will not pay Social Security taxes). This means that you will not earn credits for Social Security retirement or disability benefits in this job. If you retire or become disabled, and you are eligible for a Social Security benefit based on other work, your earnings from this job will not be used to compute your Social Security benefit. Your earnings from this job are subject to Medicare taxes and will count for purposes of the Medicare program. For more information on how you may qualify for Social Security benefits, visit www.ssa.gov.
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