Staff Planner / Senior Planner - Transportation & Mobility

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Staff Planner / Senior Planner - Transportation & Mobility

Salary

$58,077.00 - $83,102.00 Annually

Location

College Station, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2402172

Department

Planning & Development Services

Opening Date

03/08/2024

Closing Date

5/8/2024 11:59 PM Central

Description

Benefits

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Description

Under the general supervision of the Transportation Planning Coordinator, the Transportation and Mobility Planner performs work related to the planning, design, review, and development of an integrated multi-modal transportation system as well as education efforts relating to the same. This position will conduct a wide range of activities with internal and external stakeholders related to transportation and mobility planning with a key focus on improving all modes of transportation and mobility efforts within the city. This position will also support the development and implementation of various plans such as the Citys Comprehensive Plan and Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Master Plan.

Principal Duties

Conduct technical reviews, perform inspections, and manage development proposals. Interact with applicants, design professionals, City staff, and the general public.

Prepare reports, ordinance amendments, and other documents, and present to various boards, commissions, committees, and the City Council.

Research, collect, and analyze data to support the development and implementation of transportation and mobility projects and programs.

Develop and maintain professional relationships with City staff, regional partners, and other stakeholders including serving as a City representative on various boards, commissions, or committees.

Develop and facilitate educational materials and promotional activities, including public meetings and bicycle classes, to further transportation and mobility efforts and integration into the community.

Coordinate with various stakeholders to implement the Citys various plans, including the Comprehensive Plan, Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Greenways Master Plan, and Thoroughfare Plan. Assist with updates as needed.

Research, coordinate, develop, and write transportation and mobility-related grant applications to secure additional funding. Serve as project manager and/or grant administrator for projects.

Prepare and evaluate projects to be incorporated in capital improvement program budgets or other funding sources. Serve as project manager and/or administrator for projects.

Manage various multi-modal programs such as the Bicycle Friendly Community designation, safe routes to school program, sidewalk fund program, and shared micro mobility program.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Staff Planner

Required: Bachelors Degree in transportation planning, urban planning, parks and recreation, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Proven written and oral communication abilities

Ability to comprehend and apply multiple ordinances and policies

Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public interactions

Preferred: Masters degree in transportation planning, urban planning, parks and recreation, or related field

Minimum of one (1) year work experience in transportation planning, urban planning, or related field

Bicycle and pedestrian planning and programming experience, highly preferred

Knowledge of principles and best practices of transportation planning and demonstrated experience in applying these principles and practices

AICP designation

Senior Planner

Required: Bachelors Degree in transportation planning, urban planning, parks and recreation, or related field and three (3) years successful experience; or the equivalent combination of education and experience

AICP designation or the ability to obtain AICP designation within 18 months

Knowledge of principles and best practices of transportation planning and demonstrated experience in applying these principles and practices

Ability to comprehend and apply multiple ordinances and policies

Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public interactions

Proven written and oral communication abilities

Preferred: Masters degree in transportation planning, urban planning, parks and recreation, or related field

Three (3) or more years of experience in transportation planning including bicycle/pedestrian

One (1) or more years of supervisory experience

Supplemental Information

*Please note: Individuals that do not meet the minimum requirements for the Senior Planner will be considered for hire as a Staff Planner, provided the minimum requirements are met. A Senior Planner is expected to take on more leadership responsibilities as it relates to the Principal Job Duties.

Position open until filled or closing date.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life AD&D, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinic & Educational Assistance. .

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Do you possess a degree in transportation planning, urban planning, parks and recreation or related field?

Yes

No

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Do you possess an AICP designation?

Yes

No

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Do you possess knowledge or experience in the area of bicycle or pedestrian planning or programming? If yes, please explain.

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How does this position align with your personal career goals and career progression?

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Please highlight your knowledge & experience that would directly relate to your success in performing the essential duties of this position.

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Agency

City of College Station

Address

1101 Texas Avenue

College Station, Texas, 77840

Phone

979-764-3517

Website

http://csjobs.cstx.gov

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