Transportation Policy Associate - Center for Neighborhood Technology - Chicago

For more information please visit: Center for Neighborhood Technology

The Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) seeks a talented and committed individual to support our work on transportation policy, which seeks to improve the equity and sustainability of the transportation system. This position is primarily meant to support and learn from CNT’s longtime transportation leader, VP of Government Affairs Jacky

Grimshaw, while positioning the Associate for growth in the field. This position is designed for an early-career professional.

About CNT

The Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has operated at the intersection of sustainability and equity since 1978. Our mission is to deliver innovative analysis and solutions that support community-based organizations and local governments to create neighborhoods that are equitable, sustainable, and resilient. CNT provides:

Analysis:- rigorous, interdisciplinary analysis of urban and regional problems to produce evidence-based solutions, including sophisticated data tools and online resources to make findings usable.

Engagement and Empowerment - engagement of neighborhood partners and local government leaders, supporting and empowering them to improve their communities.

Innovation- innovative and data-driven policy, financial, and technological solutions.

Entrepreneurship- where there are gaps in service, entrepreneurial approaches to create new programs to solve problems we uncover.

CNT takes pride in our history of innovative and out-of-the-box thinking, with a willingness to explore untested approaches and a commitment to advance the priorities of community-based organizations. CNT programs address climate change, transportation equity, housing affordability, resilient water systems, and many other urban issues. CNT values the principles of environmental sustainability and racial equity, and candidates should understand that achieving these are the ultimate purpose of all of CNT’s projects.

See our website for more information at www.cnt.org.

Position Description

CNT is seeking a motivated early-career professional with a strong commitment to the goals of transportation equity and meaningful community engagement, and an interest in achieving these goals by influencing government policies, practices, and investments.

This position is meant to build on the legacy of Jacky Grimshaw, who joined CNT in the 1990s and has greatly influenced both CNT’s own approach to transportation equity and the way the topic is treated on the national stage. Part of the Associate’s job will be to support Jacky by participating in meetings with her, noting internal and external follow-ups, and communicating with others at CNT to bring other organizational resources to Jacky’s priorities. The goal is to introduce the Associate to Jacky’s connections and build the Associate’s understanding of how to change the transportation field is accomplished, as well as making Jacky’s time most productive.

The Associate will have responsibilities beyond the direct engagement with Jacky noted above. CNT is engaged with several projects and coalitions that seek to influence transportation policy, the

Associate is expected to play a central and ultimately leadership position in them. Ongoing and upcoming projects include:

Leadership of a national coalition meant to overcome institutional barriers that make it difficult to engage community-based organizations in transportation planning and decision-making. In particular, this group is trying to address the difficulty public agencies have in compensating CBOs appropriately for their time.

National research on best practices in community engagement in the transportation field.

Through several projects funded by both government and philanthropy, we hope to push standard practice in the transportation field toward more meaningful and accountable engagement of marginalized communities.

In the Chicago region, regular advocacy to city, county, regional, and state officials about transportation equity and sustainability priorities. This sometimes includes work on contracts with these agencies, and sometimes advocacy from the outside to push them in better directions.

We believe in working closely and equitably with local community-based organizations in ways that share power, knowledge, and resources. CNT has strengthened our commitment to racial equity in our mission, structure, and practices. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of frameworks and practices surrounding justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and cultural competency. One of our goals with this position is to diversify leadership in the transportation sector, and people of color and women are encouraged to apply.

Skills, knowledge, and abilities:

Commitment to transportation equity, environmental justice, and sustainability.

Strong communication abilities and willingness to engage with external stakeholders,

including government, private sector, and the media, among others.

Strong knowledge of the transportation equity field, matched with strong policy analysis skills, writing abilities, and attention to detail.

Multi-disciplinary interest and knowledge of emerging issues in transportation, climate, water,

and similar elements of the built environment, and an understanding of their potential to affect our cities and broader society. Willingness to work in a mission-driven organization to accomplish challenging goals. Ability and willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary and diverse team. Education in urban planning, transportation, public policy, social justice, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position.

This position is meant to be a two-year commitment. After that time, contingent on available resources, it is hoped that the Associate can join CNT in a permanent role. The Transportation Policy

Associate position would then be filled by another early-career professional.

This position is designed for early-career candidates with no more than 2 years of full-time work experience.

Salary, Benefits, and Location

The salary for this position will be based on qualifications and in the $50,000-$60,000 range.

CNT offers 20 vacation days, 12 holidays, 5 sick days, and 2 personal days annually, and a competitive benefits package. We respect the life-work balance and are supportive of staff with families. CNT permits all staff to work from home during COVID-19 according to their preference and will maintain a flexible schedule in the long term. CNT expects all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or be willing to become vaccinated after their hire.

Our preference is for this position to be based in Chicago, but this is negotiable. Employment Policy: It is the policy of CNT that all employees are employed at the will of CNT. Continued employment is subject to funding availability and job performance.

Anti-Discrimination Policy: CNT is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume by December 14, 2022, to:
Bridget Torres
Human Resources/Center for Neighborhood Technology
17 N State, Suite 1400
Chicago, IL 60602
or email to bridget@cnt.org
Please write “Transportation Policy Associate” in the email subject line. No phone calls, please.

For more information please visit: Center for Neighborhood Technology

Director of Transportation, Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission

Who: Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission

What: The Director of Transportation will head up the development and implementation of NIRPC’s transportation framework and ensure that NIRPC meets all its Federally required responsibilities as an MPO in surface transportation and public transit. The position will oversee the staff responsible for all aspects of transportation planning, and will facilitate stakeholder committees pertaining to technical, financial, and other aspects of regional transportation planning and project management. Responsible for the Long Range Transportation Plan as inculcated in NWI 2050, the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and other federal MPO requirements, the Director of Transportation will respond to internal and external inquiries pertaining to transportation planning; will be responsible for quality of transportation team products; will develop and enhance performance metrics/measurements; will lead and direct the work of transportation planning staff; will ensure efficient and effective use of transportation planning funds; will problem-solve obstacles to efficient project delivery; will collaborate with transit funding recipients to ensure equitable allocations of available funding; will carry out NIRPC’s Title VI program and address environmental justice concerns; and will be the go-to strategic point person for all transportation-related projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum educational accomplishment is a bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning, or a related discipline such as public policy or transportation engineering.  Master’s degree and AICP certification, particularly with Advanced Specialty Certification in Transportation, are strongly preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of successful experience in transportation planning (or land use planning with a strong transportation component), preferably with a regional or local government. Additional experience may compensate for a lack of a master’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience with Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration programs desired.
• At least five years of the relevant experience should be in a supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead effectively with strengths in adaptive management and mentoring.
• Strong customer and public service ethic.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including group facilitation abilities and collaborative aptitude among multiple parties.
• Demonstrated understanding of transportation planning principles and federal duties and obligations of Metropolitan Planning Organizations.
• Exceptional skills and aptitude in project management and public administration, including budgeting, project staffing, and coordination of work activities.

Apply: To be considered for this position, please submit a carefully written cover letter, resume, and at least four professional references to:

Meredith Stilwell, Office Manager
Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission
6100 Southport Road
Portage, IN 46368-6409
mstilwell@nirpc.org

Project Analyst, Transportation Resource Associates

Who: Transportation Resource Associates

What: The Project Analyst will be based either in TRA’s Philadelphia office or in Chicago (though TRA’s work is almost entirely virtual under pandemic conditions), and will interface closely with TRA’s Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Florida, Washington, DC, and Pittsburgh staff. The Project Analyst will travel frequently in support of TRA projects throughout the United States. The Project Analyst supports TRA’s consulting staff and its highly varied, technical work. Responsibilities include participating in client interviews, field assessments, and observations; documentation of business processes; writing and editing reports and proposals; interpreting and editing client documentation and procedures; and providing data, information, and analyses for use by TRA project managers and subject matter experts. The position answers primarily to TRA personnel, but also will interface with TRA clients in both public and private sectors. The Project Analyst will join a staff of other, very skilled Analysts who are involved in multiple projects — with varied groups of coworkers — at any given time. The Project Analyst often also works independently and will be expected to continuously learn about all aspects of public transportation operations, maintenance, safety, and security.

Responsibilities:

The Project Analyst will be based either in TRA’s Philadelphia office or in Chicago (though TRA’s work is almost entirely virtual under pandemic conditions), and will interface closely with TRA’s Philadelphia, New York, Chicago, Florida, Washington, DC, and Pittsburgh staff. The Project Analyst will travel frequently in support of TRA projects throughout the United States. The Project Analyst supports TRA’s consulting staff and its highly varied, technical work. Responsibilities include participating in client interviews, field assessments, and observations; documentation of business processes; writing and editing reports and proposals; interpreting and editing client documentation and procedures; and providing data, information, and analyses for use by TRA project managers and subject matter experts. The position answers primarily to TRA personnel, but also will interface with TRA clients in both public and private sectors. The Project Analyst will join a staff of other, very skilled Analysts who are involved in multiple projects — with varied groups of coworkers — at any given time. The Project Analyst often also works independently and will be expected to continuously learn about all aspects of public transportation operations, maintenance, safety, and security.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree is required. A candidate with a bachelor’s degree will be considered only with significant, applicable transportation industry experience. 
• Candidates with experience in rail and bus transit, general transportation, engineering, planning, or similar disciplines are often successful, however applicants with other applicable backgrounds may be considered. 
• Knowledge of or interest in public transportation operations, maintenance, or safety is preferred. Familiarity with Safety Management Systems (SMS) in any industry is beneficial, as is knowledge of Federal Transit Administration and/or US Department of Transportation requirements.
• Candidates who have completed the FTA Transit Safety and Security Program certification are preferred.
• Project Analyst candidates must be detail-oriented, organized, and flexible. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, strong ability for critical thinking, and an excellent capacity to analyze, understand, and incorporate technical information. Candidates must also be able to think creatively about data and how to present it as useful and engaging information, both for external and internal use. 
• Candidates must be able work independently and interface regularly with a wide range of clients. Successful Project Analysts must be outgoing, engaging, and social, and must actively look for ways they can help the TRA team. A TRA Project Analyst must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Database and MS Project experience is a plus.

Apply here.

Safety Data Fellow (for post-grads within 3 years) - US Dept. of Transportation

Who: A post-graduate research project and developmental opportunity is currently available at the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of the Secretary of Transportation. The appointment will be served within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy in the Office of Policy Development, Strategic Planning, and Performance in Washington, DC as a Safety Data Fellow (participant).
The Office of Policy Development, Strategic Planning, and Performance supports the Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy and Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy in policy matters affecting all aspects of transportation. The office provides technical expertise for the Department’s legislative, regulatory and research programs, conducts analyses and recommends policies, and serves as the Departmental focal point for initiatives related to safety across all transportation modes.

What: The appointment will be supporting the Safety Data Initiative (SDI), and the goal of the project is to develop DOT’s data-driven approach to decision making as it relates to safety issues with implications across the modes of transportation (highway, rail, air, water, and pipeline). The participant will collaborate with individuals from DOT’s operating administrations and offices under the Secretary of Transportation, such as the Office of the Chief Information Officer, to connect, understand, analyze, and visualize DOT safety databases, data sources outside of the Department, and geospatial data. The work will foster increased DOT use of data to inform programmatic and policy decisions, and further demonstrate the value of a cross-modal approach through the power of data analytics and visualization.

Principal Analyst, Strategic Planning - Regional Transportation Authority (Chicago)

Who: The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), located in downtown Chicago, is currently accepting applications to fill the position of Principal Analyst, Strategic Planning.

What: Under the direction of the Manager of Strategic and Corridor Planning, develops and manages RTA-led regional planning studies of major transportation investments in the Chicago metropolitan area. Develops and implements study scope and approach including program management plans, schedule and participation. Performs planning and analysis to identify mobility issues and evaluate transportation networks. Assists in the development of policy recommendations and provides guidance and input to senior management on such issues. Directs consultant services in the performance of RTA led studies and provides support and guidance for study committees. Provides technical guidance to external projects led by other agencies and partners. Prepares and presents reports to the RTA Board of Directors, RTA Service Boards, counties, councils of government, and other regional partners/organizations.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Program Analyst - IDOT (Chicago) (Closes 8/20)

Who: Illinois Department of Transportation, Office of Intermodal Project Implementation, Chicago

What: This position is responsible for ongoing assistance to the State Safety Oversight Section by synthesizing information, conducting research, and developing safety performance indicators in rail transit safety activities, as well as performing inspections, audits, assessments, and studies as necessary.
The incumbent supports all aspects of the State Safety Oversight (SSO) Section. The incumbent conducts complex technical and analytical research, special audits and investigations, as well as technical studies and recommends alternatives on a broad range of issues involving safety oversight for rail fixed guideway public transportation systems. The incumbent will make recommendations using the development of performance measures to improve rail transit safety, consistent with the principles of Safety Management Systems. This position prepares written and oral reports and briefings for department management on a wide range of highly complex issues related to rail transit safety oversight. The position will also ensure compliance with federal requirements for financial management and reporting.

Public Policy Manager – Uber (Chicago)

Who: Uber – Public Policy Team

What: The public policy team is responsible for working with policy makers and third parties to make the positive case for change.  That’s partly about building lasting relationships in the cities where we operate with elected officials and their staff so they understand the benefits of this new model.  It also about figuring out the best local regulatory framework and then developing campaigns to push reform through.
As Public Policy Manager, you will manage public policy, government relations, and third-party engagement for Uber throughout several states in the Central US, including Chicago and IL. You will report to the Director of Public Affairs in the Central US. Responsibilities include:  

Campaign Organizer – Active Transportation Alliance

Who: Active Transportation Alliance, Chicago.

What: Active Transportation Alliance is seeking an individual with political campaign or community organizing experience to join our fight for healthy, sustainable and equitable communities. The ideal candidate will have organizing experience in Chicago’s low-income communities and communities of color.
The Campaign Organizer will lead outreach for the 2018 statewide election and the 2019 municipal election cycles. The organizer will gather input on issue platforms and built support among a diverse group of civic and community-based organizations. The individual will connect with elected officials, candidates, and voters to educate leaders about sustainable transportation issues and raise the profile of our issues in local races. Essential duties include:

Associate Transit Planner (Boise)

Who: Valley Regional Transit (VRT) is the regional public transportation authority for Ada and Canyon counties in southwest Idaho. Its main responsibilities are to coordinate transit services in the two-county area and develop and implement a regional public transportation system.VRT owns the public bus system that provides service in Boise/Garden City, and contracts with a private firm to manage its operations. In addition, VRT contracts for transit services in Nampa/Caldwell and between Ada and Canyon Counties.

What: The Associate Planner is responsible for reviewing and analyzing performance data for fixed -route and other mobility public transportation services and making service recommendations that will further long-term public transportation goals. The position will also research trends, build business relationships and make recommendations for how to realize “mobility as a service” in the Treasure Valley and assist in projects associated with future transportation initiatives. Specific responsibilities include:

Strategic Advisor - Transportation Equity Program, SDOT (Seattle) (Closes 1/28/18)

Who: Transportation Equity Program, Seattle Department of Transportation

What: The Seattle Department of Transportation is hiring a Strategic Advisor 1 for a full-time, 2-yr term-limited assignment to support the overall implementation of the Transportation Equity Program. The overarching goal of the Program is to create, deliver, and scale income-eligible mobility options within disproportionately cost-burdened communities living and accessing the City of Seattle. This position will develop and implement qualitative and quantitative data analysis and collection methodologies to inform and scale income-eligible programs, policies, and services in communities. Additionally, this position will develop and track Program performance indicators, pitch and implement income-eligible pilots, support the expansion of several existing programs (i.e. Ambassador Program, Income-eligible Car Share, ORCA LIFT Low-income Access to Transit, Youth ORCA, Car Tab Rebate), and work directly with the Transportation Equity Program Manager to create and deliver innovative, culturally relevant, and context-sensitive programming with diverse community partners and stakeholders. The position will require excellent communications skills, the ability to assess and analyze data, programs, and policies, maintain existing and forge new relationships with community stakeholders, human service providers, mobility service providers, advocacy organizations, community-based organizations, and will represent the Department on a variety of internal and external coalitions and committees.

Community Organizer - Riders Alliance - New York City

Community Organizer
Riders Alliance
New York, NY 

Job descriptionThe Riders Alliance is a membership organization of subway and bus riders working toward a more just and inclusive New York City by fighting for reliable, affordable public transit for all New Yorkers. We organize subway and bus riders to build grassroots power across racial, economic and geographic lines: holding our elected officials accountable, engaging the public, and taking direct action to guarantee that riders have a powerful voice in the decisions that affect us.

The Community Organizer will be in charge of creating, developing and managing community organizing campaigns for better transit service. 

The Community Organizer reports to the Deputy Director and is responsible for:

• Identifying promising transit campaigns in targeted communities;
• Working with community members and leaders to determine goals and strategy;
• Building membership and grass-roots community leadership for the organization;
• Developing leaders among community members through one-on-ones, coaching, and training;
• Working with media outlets and reporters in order to earn coverage of campaign events;
• Building and maintaining relationships with elected officials, city and state agency staff, and other constituencies to win improvements in service; and
• Supervising interns and volunteers as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of community organizing, including managing campaigns, developing leadership, and recruiting members.
• Ability to lead locally-relevant issue-based campaigns in low-income communities, communities of color, immigrant communities, and middle-class communities.
• Excellent people skills: ability to quickly build relationships, to listen to and persuade people, and to engage people effectively around a common goal.
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking and writing.
• One year of experience in a community organizing or a political/governmental role, or equivalent educational experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Self-motivated individual able to work independently under strategic supervision from the Deputy Director and Campaign Manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to fluently speak language(s) other than English.
• Familiarity with communities throughout New York City, especially in the Bronx.

The Riders Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, and we strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for the position.

Job features:
Full-time position. The position will require some evening meetings.
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
Full benefits: excellent health, dental, 401(k) match, paid time off.

How to apply
Send resume and cover letter detailing your experience in local politics and community campaigns to Riders Alliance Deputy Director Nick Sifuentes:nick@ridersny.org.
Applications are considered on a rolling basis; early applications are encouraged

Riders Alliance

121 Sixth Avenue, 6th Floor

New York, NY, 10013, US

Transportation Policy Planner - City and County of San Francisco, CA

Transportation Policy Planner

City and County of San Francisco

Professional Area: 

Architecture

Civil Engeering

Facilities and Infrastructure Planning

Planning Management, Budgeting and Finance

Urban Design

Experience: 

1-3 years

Website: 

http://www.jobaps.com/SF/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=PEX&R2=5278&R3=066463

Location: 

San Francisco, CA

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5278 Planner II – Transportation Policy Planner

Salary:$36.28 - $44.09/hour; $6,288.00 - $7,642.00/month; $75,452.00 - $91,702.00/year

Application deadline: 11/12/15

Appointment Type: 

Permanent Exempt (PEX), Full-Time appointment not to exceed three (3) years.  This position is exempt from the Civil Service rules pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section 10.104-18 and serves at the discretion of Appointing Officer.

There is a potential that this position may be approved for Permanent Civil Service (PCS) in the future.  If/When approved as a PCS position, the candidate selected for this position will be required to participate, be successful, and reachable in the 5291 Planner III examination and then selected through an open competitive process in order to be considered for Permanent appointment.

Position Description:

Under general direction, the Planner II performs journey level planning work. The Planner II is responsible for conducting investigations and performing analyses to prepare reports and recommendations pertaining to complex planning issues and problems. The Planner II may provide project management or independent work on minor planning projects. The Planner II may perform supervised work individually or as part of a project team.

Specific Tasks related to Transportation Policy Planning include: assisting in development of long-range transportation policies and proposals, reviewing and analyzing transportation-related data, and assisting with transportation-related components of community planning work. Desired skills include strong understanding of transportation planning and design principles, including all travel modes, understanding of transportation demand management policy and best practices, ability to review and perform transportation analysis and modeling or simulation, and understanding of federal and state regulations and funding programs relating to transportation capital projects.

Incumbents in this job code may be required to attend evening and weekend meetings, occasionally held in community locations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years (4,000 hours) verifiable full-time-equivalent experience in city, regional, urban or transportation planning, urban design, historic preservation, architectural or environmental review or other related field;OR
2. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in City, Regional, or Urban Planning, or a closely related field such as Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Urban Studies, Public Administration, Physical Sciences, Historic Preservation, or Environmental Studies AND one (1) year (2,000 hours) verifiable full-time-equivalent experience in city, regional, urban or transportation planning, urban design, historic preservation, architectural or environmental review or other related field;OR
3. Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in City, Regional, or Urban Planning, or a closely related field such as Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Geography, Urban Studies, or Environmental Studies.

Desirable Qualifications

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

• Knowledge, skills, or experience with urban planning, land use planning and transportation planning, including experience with integrated land use and transportation planning.
• Strong written, oral, and graphical communication skills and the ability to interact effectively and maintain cooperative working relationship with peers, staff, outside agencies, and the community.
• Strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and responsibility and the ability to work collegially on team projects
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects and demands within deadlines.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are being accepted through an online process. Visit: http://www.jobaps.com/SF/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=PEX&R2=5278&R3=066463 to register an account, and view this complete job announcement for application submission requirements.

Senior Transportation Planner, Minnesota Department of Transportation - St. Paul, MN

Date Posted:		10/19/2015
Closing Date:		10/26/2015
Working Title:		Senior Transportation Planner
Hiring Agency:		Transportation Dept
Division/Bureau:		MPPM/CO/TSM/Investment Plnng
Location:		St. Paul
Who May Apply:		Open to all qualified job seekers
Posting Number:		15DOT000597
Employment Conditions:		Limited, Full-time
Work Shift:		Day Shift
Days of Work:		Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM
Travel Required:		no
Job Grouping:		General Administration
Classified Status:		Unclassified
What's Great About This Job:		GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. This position is located in Minnesota's great capital city, Saint Paul. The State of Minnesota offers employees a subsidy for public transportation allowing for convenient and easy access to commute to work. Ride the new METRO "Green Line" Light Rail Train to work! The Rice/Capitol Station is located close by.
Job Description:		*ATTENTION APPLICANTS: This vacancy is temporary unclassified and anticipated to last for 18 months. Provide professional planning support and analysis to multiple areas of the Office of Transportation System Management related to statewide planning activities including the Statewide Multimodal Transportation Plan and 20-year State Highway Investment Plan. Contribute to the formation of policies, performance measures, investment reporting and other related planning studies. Carry out research, analysis, and outreach in support of agency initiatives to advance performance based planning, performance measurement, transportation policy, investment analysis, and other transportation planning and programming subjects. This position requires occasional travel to and from various work sites for meeting and conferences. The incumbent is responsible for arranging their own transportation.
Minimum Qualifications:		A Bachelor's degree in Planning or a closely related field and two years professional planning experience OR three years professional planning experience that demonstrates the following: - Working knowledge of the theory and practice of transportation planning; - Working knowledge of comprehensive planning, including land use and/or economic development; - Knowledge of public engagement tools and techniques for reaching a broad spectrum of audiences; - Proficiency in the use of statistical analysis with spreadsheet or database applications; - Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, staff and stakeholders; - Human relations skills sufficient to work as a member of an interdisciplinary and/or governmental team; - Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign; and - Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications:		- A graduate degree in planning or a closely related field. - Professional planning experience working at the local, metropolitan or state level. - Knowledge in the application of GIS to planning, research and analysis.
Selection Process:		The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. If you have already submitted a resume to this database within the last 12 months that clearly identifies your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience, you do not need to submit another. Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711. The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.
How to Apply:		Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your background best matches the selection criteria on this job posting. To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of this job announcement. For additional information about the State's selection process, go to <http://www.mn.gov/mmb/careers/>.
Contact for More Information:		Heather Madigan Clark, heather.madigan@state.mn.us.

Transportation Policy Associate, Metropolitan Area Planning Council - Boston, MA

Transportation Policy Associate

Metropolitan Area Planning Council 

Professional Area: 

Transportation Planning

Experience: 

1-3 years

Location: 

Boston, MA

Transportation Policy Associate 

Boston area regional planning agency seeks Transportation Policy Associate.

The Transportation Policy Associate will work closely with municipal officials, state agencies, and advocacy groups to conduct research, evaluate alternatives, and develop policy recommendations that will advance the MetroFuture goals of MAPC.

The Associate will be expected to participate in regional and state-wide working groups and coalitions, and to maintain and advance relationships with numerous stakeholders. This position will support senior transportation planning staff and project managers on a variety of studies including parking management, traffic mitigation, transit-oriented development, and bike and pedestrian planning.

Duties include:

Research transportation issues and develop recommendations for shaping local and state policy; Provide technical assistance to cities and towns on a wide array of transportation issues; Support MAPC’s effort to improve transportation finance.

Qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree plus one year of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree, in transportation planning, urban studies, city/regional planning, political science, public policy, environmental science, or a related field. Ideal candidate would possess 2+ years of experience in planning, policy research, or advocacy, including experience working with state or local government. Compensation and benefits are consistent with experience and based on MAPC’s personnel policy.

Salary ranges from $40,000-$55,000, depending on experience. MAPC employees receive an excellent state employee benefits package, including group health insurance.

SEE COMPLETE JOB AD AT www.mapc.org (Jobs at MAPC) AND APPLY AT LINK SHOWN THERE.

Please attach a cover letter and resume. The position is open until filled.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the USA and a valid driver’s license and/or the ability to arrange transportation to meetings in different parts of the region.

MAPC is an EOE/AA employer MAPC takes pride in the diversity of its workforce and encourages all qualified persons to apply.

Posted October 1, 2015. Barbara Wooten, HR Manager.

Transportation Program Manager, Smart Growth America - Washington, D.C.

Transportation Program Manager

Smart Growth America

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Civil Engineering

Transportation Planning

Contact person: 

Smart Growth America

Phone: 

202-207-3355

Email: 

jobs@smartgrowthamerica.org

Website: 

http://www.smartgrowthamerica.org

Location: 

Washington, DC

Smart Growth America is seeking a Transportation Program Manager to help communities across the country better coordinate land use and transportation policies. This person will deliver technical assistance to state agency staff, work with town and city leaders across the country, and advocate on transportation policy and program issues with members of Congress.

Position description
An ideal Transportation Program Manager will be a technical expert, personal connector, and outstanding project manager. This person will be a transportation engineer by training with an in-depth knowledge of the integration of transportation and land use policy and practice; performance measures; project selection, development, design and delivery standards and procedures within a DOT; and the funding, rules, and policies governing DOT planning, project development, and project delivery. They will also have specific knowledge of Complete Streets, and experience designing and delivering multimodal transportation projects.

Responsibilities
The Transportation Program Manager will be responsible for working with DOTs, MPOs and City or County DOTs and public works on a wide range of land use and transportation issues. That includes helping those agencies to adopt and implement Complete Streets policies and practices; adopt performance measures; and improve return on investment from transportation projects across a number of criteria including economic, health, equity, and environmental measures. This position’s work may also include leading studies, reports, and trainings on these and other topics and policy issues. This person will act as lead on many of these projects, so experience managing staff, budget, and grant timelines is preferred. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Lead technical assistance for state DOTs, MPOs, and City and County DOTs;
• Conduct research, develop policy positions, write policy papers, and inform transportation advocacy efforts;
• Act as lead or team member for technical assistance efforts to local governments, state governments and other SGA technical assistance efforts;
• Assist on other projects where specific transportation expertise is needed;
• Manage program staff, budget, and grant deliverables;
• Help market the transportation program;
• Conduct limited fundraising; and
• Speak publicly before elected officials, transportation professionals, and the general public.

Requirements
This position requires a self-starting, detail-oriented engineering professional with excellent writing, oral communication, research, technical, and organizational skills. A successful applicant will also have the following:

• A degree in civil engineering;
• A professional engineering license in at least one state;
• Experience working at a state or local DOT;
• Basic computer literacy in word processing and Microsoft Excel;
• The ability to work in teams;
• The ability to manage their time to accommodate multiple assignments from different project leads; and
• A dedication to delivering high quality work.

Compensation, location and time frame
Salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position based in Washington, DC. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and paid vacation and sick time. This position will report to the Transportation Program Director.

How to apply
Please send a resume, cover letter, three references, and two short writing samples (no more than two pages each) to jobs@smartgrowthamerica.org, with “Transportation Program Manager” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted immediately on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at Smart Growth America. Employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.