Montgomery County Planning Commission Seeking a Transportation Planner

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review subdivision and land development proposals for regulatory compliance and best practices.
• Conduct research, collect and analyze data, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams, local officials, and the public in a professional manner.
• Manage multiple complex projects, meet deadlines, and maintain organized records.
• Attend and present at public meetings, including during evening hours.
• Develop expertise in key planning topics and lead special initiatives.
• Participate in professional organizations and continuing education.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects and multi-section efforts.
• Write regulatory and policy language across a range of planning issues.
• Support or lead grant writing efforts.
• Apply advanced knowledge in planning disciplines such as land use, housing, transportation, open space, zoning, or environmental systems.
• Afford assistance with and occasionally lead MCPC-led funding and administrative programs.

Section-Specific Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery and planning of the county’s road, bridge, and trail capital projects.
• Oversee efforts to implement the county’s transportation plans, such as the county comprehensive plan, Bike Montco, and the aviation policy plan.
• Research, collect, analyze, and communicate data and information to colleagues, boards, and the public.
• Involvement in county-level planning, technical issues, and policy formation on all types of transportation projects including transit, bicycle, and pedestrian improvements.
• Oversee the regular activities of the MCTA Board and assist in right-of-way acquisition and other phases of road and bridge project development.
• Track transportation grant applications and provide guidance to municipalities and other partners.
• Afford assistance with management of MCPC-led funding and administrative programs.
• Write reviews of traffic impact studies.
• Create presentations and present information to the public, partner agencies, Planning Commission board, and Transportation Authority board.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in planning or a related field, plus 3 or more years of relevant experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite; Basic understanding of ArcGIS or ability to learn GIS and other planning software.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Primarily office-based with occasional fieldwork and travel.
• Must be able to remain stationary and operate standard office equipment.
• Occasional walking on uneven terrain and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must have the ability to travel throughout the county to fulfill the duties of the position, including travel to areas not served by public transit. This may require a valid driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation.

Work Environment Location

Primarily office-based with occasional fieldwork and travel.

How to Apply

Apply online; fill out the application form under the job posting.