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The Central Transportation Planning Staff of the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) seeks a motivated and organized self-starter to provide administrative and technical support to the MPO board and its staff. The Assistant Planner will be responsible for the administrative tasks associated with planning and conducting MPO meetings and supporting the members of the MPO board. The Assistant Planner, with the guidance of planning staff, will also take part in the work of the MPO to study and answer transportation planning and policy questions related to the Boston region. The MPO work includes the development of long- and short-term planning and capital documents as well as programs focused on performance-based planning, climate resilience, and transportation equity, among others. This position reports to the Manager of MPO Activities, and it is an excellent opportunity for new planners looking to expand their skillset and gain valuable formative professional experience.
Candidates who believe that their particular experience and skills are well suited to the position are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
Knowledge of the following is desirable:
This is a full-time position, and the starting salary range is $50,000–$60,000, contingent upon qualifications and experience. The agency offers excellent Massachusetts state employee benefits; a flexible, supportive work environment; and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Additional InformationThe Central Transportation Planning Staff of the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization is a public agency made up of a passionate group of transportation planners, analysts, modelers, programmers, and engineers working to address the Boston region’s transportation challenges. The agency’s deep transportation knowledge is an essential asset to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), regional transit authorities, cities and towns within the region, as well as other agencies and stakeholders.
The agency has a hybrid schedule, combining time in the office with remote work. Employees must reside within a commutable distance from the Central Transportation Planning Staff’s office, which is located in downtown Boston, in a transit-oriented and bicycle-friendly area.
Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States and a valid driver’s license and/or the ability to arrange transportation to meetings in different parts of the region. All employees will be required to provide proof of vaccination status. All employees are required to provide proof of the primary COVID-19 vaccine series and at least one booster.
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) is the fiduciary agent to the Central Transportation Planning Staff and legally employs the staff. Both organizations are Equal Employment Opportunity employers that take pride in the diversity of their workforces and encourage all qualified persons to apply. MAPC participates in the E-Verify system to confirm employment eligibility.
About the Central Transportation Planning StaffOur organization is a public agency and is made up of a passionate group of transportation planners, analysts, modelers, programmers, and engineers working to address the Boston region’s transportation challenges. The agency’s deep transportation knowledge is an essential asset to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), regional transit authorities, cities and towns within the region, as well as other agencies and stakeholders.
How to ApplyThis position is open until filled, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 21 days. When applying for this position, please upload both a resume and cover letter via www.bostonmpo.org. Candidates selected to interview will be asked to submit three references plus a sample of relevant writing or a work product.
Full Time
$64k-90k (estimate)
02/22/2024
06/08/2024
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