Senior Transportation Planner - City of Milwaukee, WI

OPen Date: 10/02/2023
Filing Date: 10/27/2023
Department: DPW-Infrastructure-Transportation

pURPOSE

The Senior Transportation Planner plans, designs, and implements City of Milwaukee active transportation and traffic safety plans and projects, and serves as the project manager for various federal, state, and locally funded plans, programs, and projects.

 

The ideal candidate understands the value and benefits that walking, biking, and taking transit bring to an urban environment and is passionate about planning and implementing safe streets and increasing equitable transportation options.

Full job description and instructions for applying are available here.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Administrative

• Provide professional and technical transportation assistance to other departments, especially as it relates to active transportation.
• Prepare plans and specifications for WisDOT (Wisconsin Department of Transportation) related projects.
• Ensure the transportation system prioritizes the safety and enjoyment of people walking and biking.
• Ensure and monitor compliance with requirements pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act as they relate to City facilities.
• Oversee transportation data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Project Leadership.

• Serve as a project manager for various federal, state, and local-funded projects, including the oversight of consultant and city staff.
• Serve as the staff liaison for the City of Milwaukee Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee, City of Milwaukee Complete Streets Committee, and various other City task forces and/or committees.
• Ensure the quality of work performed by consultants and other project staff; coach professional and technical staff engaged in transportation engineering and planning activities.

Analysis and Reports

• Review major projects to ensure compliance with plans and goals related to the City’s Complete Streets and Vision Zero Policies. 
• Coordinate efforts to expand various City of Milwaukee traffic safety, bicycle and pedestrian, and shared mobility programs. 
• Analyze reports, studies, various plans, and related information and make recommendations for improving the accessibility and safety for all users of the street.
• Develop a wide variety of technically concise, written and graphic transportation planning reports, studies and plans

 

 

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning, transportation management or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Two years of professional-level urban planning experience.
3. Ability to travel independently around the City of Milwaukee by public transportation, walking, biking, or driving.

 

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

 

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Technical

• Knowledge of transportation planning and design, urban planning principles and practices and mobility improvements.
• Ability to read related materials and apply the directive and guidance of the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devises (MUTCD, and the WisDOT Facilities Development Manual (FDM).
• Knowledge of public administration principles, capital and operating budgets, and grant processes.
• Knowledge of team management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of national and international best practices relative to innovative transportation planning and design that supports safe streets, shared mobility, walking, biking, and transit use.
• Skill in using graphic design software programs and geographic information systems (GIS).
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical publications and plans.
• Ability to prepare detailed cost estimates using WisDOT work order format for projects and prepare capital and operating budgets.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software to prepare written reports, organize public education programs, and prepare presentations.

Project Management/Oversight

• Knowledge of team leadership principles and best practices.
• Ability to assign and direct work and to assess performance toward project goals and deadlines.
• Ability to handle emergencies with a calm and thoughtful approach.
• Ability to contribute positively to an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths, and feel that they can safely express themselves.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Verbal communication skills to effectively share information both inside and outside the organization.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to write clear business correspondence and technical reports.
• Customer service skills and the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy.
• Skill in making presentations to various audiences to successfully represent the organization.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others, including colleagues, elected officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the public.
• Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with co-workers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

Judgment and Responsibilities

• Commitment to professional development to stay apprised of advances in transportation engineering and planning.
• Ability to represent the department honestly and ethically as well as to maintain confidentiality.
• Organizational skills to plan, prioritize, delegate, and accomplish work to meet deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to be able to explore various solutions to complex issues.

CURRENT SALARY

The current salary range (Pay Range 2IN) for City of Milwaukee resident is $76,430-$87,706 annually, and the non-resident salary range is $74,204-$85,151. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

• An employee possessing an AICP certification is to be paid an additional 3%.