Caltrans PMP: Research Manager,Southern California Freight Planning Program CoordinatorCaltrans PMP: Research Manager,

About the role

The Senior Transportation Planner is responsible for developing and implementing the Southern California freight planning program for Districts 7, 8, 11, and 12. This includes identifying goals, strategies, and programs, and analyzing critical mobility, land use, economic, and environmental issues impacting the transportation system and trade.

Responsibilities

• Identify goals, strategies, and programs for the Southern California freight planning program for Districts 7, 8, 11, and 12.
• Analyze critical mobility, land use, economic, and environmental issues impacting the transportation system and trade.
• Lead and coordinate regional efforts in the implementation of federal and state legislation and policies.
• Conduct key studies of national, statewide, interregional, and regional significance.

Requirements

This position requires a bachelor's degree in transportation engineering, urban planning, or a related field, combined with at least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in transportation planning, preferably in freight planning.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have:

• A bachelor's degree in transportation engineering, urban planning, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in transportation planning, preferably in freight planning.
• Experience in conducting key studies of national, statewide, interregional, and regional significance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

The successful candidate should possess:

• Proficiency in GIS and transportation modeling software.
• Knowledge of federal and state transportation laws and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong project management and time management skills.

Benefits

The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $8,678.00 – $10,783.00 per month.

Schedule

The position is full-time and permanent.