Active Transportation Planner

About the role

At RK&K, we are shaping the future of transportation in Cities, Towns, and States on the East Coast and increasingly across the country. We are currently seeking an entry-to-mid-level active transportation planner to be a part of our multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team on projects ranging from the visioning stage to the concept development stage.
• Develop, prepare, implement diverse range of transportation planning projects, including corridor studies, feasibility studies, transportation safety action plans, pathway network plans, etc.
• Produce professional transportation documents, tools, and presentations to be used for client, stakeholder, and public engagement i.e. committees, member agencies, working groups, community groups, private organizations, and various members of the public.
• Demonstrate creativity and critical thinking in solving complex transportation challenges, especially when multiple stakeholders with varied interests are involved.
• Support project managers in crafting meeting materials, completing meeting minutes and public input summaries, drafting recommendations, and developing final plan documents.
• Work with the public and engage diverse communities through a variety of avenues including pop-up events, open houses, and workshops.
• Create polished graphs, infographics, and maps for use in reports, public engagement materials, and websites.
• Conduct essential analyses and craft recommendations for planning efforts, studies, and plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, urban studies, transportation engineering, or related field.
• Interest in active transportation issues.
• 0-5 years of experience in transportation planning.
• Demonstrated technical and non-technical professional writing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of transportation planning fundamentals.
• Previous experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) to support public engagement and report layout.
• ESRI ArcGIS Pro analysis and cartography skills.
• Knowledge of the ESRI ArcGIS Online environment.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Digital image rendering experience (street cross-sections, isometric maps, etc.).
• Master’s degree in urban planning or a related field.
• Experience with digital image rendering experience (street cross-sections, isometric maps, etc.).

Benefits

We offer excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Free parking and secure climate-controlled bike rooms
• Easily accessible to inter- and intra-City transit
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward. Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!

Pay

Salary Range: $34-$44/hr.