Transportation Planner

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and prioritize transportation projects for inclusion in the Transportation Improvement Program using established project-selection criteria and analytical methods.
• Support the development of new evaluation frameworks and funding programs in partnership with the TIP Manager.
• Track the scope and status of TIP projects by coordinating with the TIP Manager and state and local partners.
• Aid in communicating technical project updates to the MPO board and the public by updating the TIP Project Dashboard, an online ArcGIS application, with accurate project geometry and spatial information.
• Communicate program and policy information to the MPO board and public stakeholders through presentations and reports.
• Work with the Communications and Engagement team to engage the community and emphasize historically marginalized voices in the TIP development process.
• Manage the production of the TIP document by coordinating contributions from various authors, layout, and graphics.
• Drive data-informed MPO investment decisions through the development of rigorous performance standards, accountability frameworks, and project oversight tools such as project status summaries and data visualizations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support agency initiatives, manage assigned projects and tasks within established schedules and work program objectives, and perform duties consistent with agency policies and procedures while maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including proficiency working with and maintaining spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to research and analyze historical project data, identify trends, and distill clear insights that drive better decision-making.
• A professional commitment to working toward transportation equity, environmental sustainability, climate resiliency, safety, and economic vitality.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate to a variety of audiences, including boards of directors, elected officials, technical staff, and members of the public.
• Strong project management and organization skills.
• Attention to detail and in applying quality-assurance procedures to all products and activities.
• To develop effective working relationships with colleagues, members of the public, board members, and representatives from other agencies.