Planner/Project Manager
Western CT Council of Governments
April 1, 2015
Location:
Stamford/Brookfield, CT
Planner/Project Manager
The Western Connecticut Council of Governments (WestCOG) seeks a qualified person to serve as a (Transportation) Planner and/or (Regional Services) Project Manager. The employee may be stationed in one or both of WestCOG’s offices (in Brookfield and Stamford).
Job responsibilities may evolve over time but initially are expected to include:
- Management of a regional transportation program (MPO), and
- Development of local and regional transportation studies and plans; and/or
- Identification of opportunities for regional efficiencies and cost savings, and
- Development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of shared services multiple municipalities; and
- Other tasks as assigned
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of and experience with:
- Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO)
- Regional transportation planning
- Multimodal transportation
- Regional government
- Local and regional government (all departments and functions)
- Experience with purchasing, procurement, contracting, negotiations, staffing, service delivery, and program and project management
- Familiarity with local government in Connecticut
S/he should have a Bachelor’s degree in (Master’s preferred) from an accredited university in one of the following or a relevant field:
- Planning
- Geography
- Information systems
- Operations management
- Management science
- Public administration
- Transportation engineering
- Logistics
In addition to at least one year of relevant experience (more preferred).
The ideal candidate will have a high level of proficiency in:
- Spoken and written English
- Mathematics and statistics
- Information technology and information systems
The ideal candidate will be quick on his or her feet, be an innovative and creative thinker, and be highly motivated, affable, and reliable.
To be considered, applicants must have a driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and be legally able to work in the United States.
Position will be filled at the Assistant/Associate/Junior/Senior Planner level, or as a Project Manager, and corresponding salary of $45,000-$70,000, depending on qualifications. Benefits are available.
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Mr. Francis R. Pickering, Executive Director, at westcog@outlook.com. Selected candidates may be asked to provide additional information or to appear for a personal interview. This position will remain open until filled or closed.
WestCOG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.