Transportation Planner

About the role

The Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments (MetroCOG) is seeking a Transportation Planner to join their team. This position will work under the guidance and supervision of the Deputy Director or their designee.

Responsibilities

• Data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Oversight of transportation studies, programs, and special projects
• Report writing
• Grant identification, writing, and administration
• Project management (including procurement, contract negotiation, implementation, and closeout)
• Participation on technical advisory committees and working groups
• Government relations
• Public outreach and education
• Other responsibilities pertaining to the transportation planning process

Requirements

• General knowledge of multi-modal transportation planning
• Knowledge of federal transportation planning rules/regulations and government operations (preferred)
• Strong oral & written communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to interpret laws and regulations
• Proficient with computer software
• Ability to build and maintain working relationships with various stakeholders

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Regional/City/Urban Planning, Transportation/Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a closely related field
• Master’s Degree preferred OR an appropriate combination of education and experience

Skills

• Interpret laws and regulations
• Build and maintain working relationships
• Use computer software

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Paid vacation and holidays

Pay

This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Position will remain open until filled.

Contact Information

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:

Matthew Fulda
Executive Director
Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments
1000 Lafayette Boulevard, Suite 925
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Email: info@ctmetro.org

When e-mailing, please indicate “MetroCOG -Transportation Planner” in the subject line.