What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Transportation Planner position at City of Minneapolis?
Position Description
The City of Minneapolis is seeking highly motivated, flexible and creative thinkers to join the Transportation Planning and Programming Division of Public Works to assist in all aspects of transportation planning related to citywide and regional transportation projects. The ideal candidate(s) will have a strong understanding of multimodal transportation planning and have the flexibility to support a wide range of planning activities, including development, analysis, review, and implementation of transportation projects, plans, programs, initiatives and systems.
Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Studies, or in related field, or equivalent.
Minimum Experience: Two years of related experience.
Equivalency An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Licenses/Certifications
None required.
American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP), Professional Transportation Planner (PTP), or Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
A resume is required. You must attach an updated resume to your application.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (CPE). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/professional-employees/#d.en.169543
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill up to two vacancies of the same job title. This eligible list will expire 1/22/2026.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
The City of Minneapolis is seeking highly motivated, flexible and creative thinkers to join the Transportation Planning and Programming Division of Public Works to assist in all aspects of transportation planning related to citywide and regional transportation projects. The ideal candidate(s) will have a strong understanding of multimodal transportation planning and have the flexibility to support a wide range of planning activities, including development, analysis, review, and implementation of transportation projects, plans, programs, initiatives and systems.
Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of major planning initiatives, potentially including the Minneapolis Transportation Action Plan, Vision Zero Action Plan, the City’s capital improvement program, or other efforts.
- Perform analytical and technical duties related to development and implementation of a variety of transportation programs including bicycle, pedestrian, transit, and transportation systems management.
- Respond to requests for information from the general public, City staff, and other interested parties; research requested information and make recommendations appropriate to resolving inquiries and/or complaints.
- Monitor and coordinate on-going operations of an assigned program area; perform related analytical work and maintain documentation and supporting records and statistics.
- Support development of project-based concept level designs and layouts.
- Participate in, coordinate, and host public and stakeholder public meetings.
- Prepare, edit, format, and produce technical reports and displays.
- Provide expertise in transportation planning and successfully coordinate across divisions, departments, and agency organizations to advance projects, programs, and systems.
- Prepare or assist in preparing transportation-related frameworks to aid in planning activities.
- Responsible for completion of other efforts/projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Urban Studies, or in related field, or equivalent.
Minimum Experience: Two years of related experience.
Equivalency An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Licenses/Certifications
None required.
American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP), Professional Transportation Planner (PTP), or Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
A resume is required. You must attach an updated resume to your application.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (CPE). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/labor-agreements/professional-employees/#d.en.169543
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill up to two vacancies of the same job title. This eligible list will expire 1/22/2026.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Experience with principles and practices of urban transportation planning for all modes of travel.
- Ability to utilize GIS for the preparation of maps, graphics, and detailed geospatial analytics.
- Experience with and ability to analyze, interpret, and evaluate complex issues with critical, strategic, and creative thinking.
- Broad base knowledge of technology, computer usage, hardware and software applications.
- Ability to interpret and apply planning guidelines and ordinances.
- Knowledge of city planning and understanding of government processes.
- Understanding of street design, particularly NACTO, local, state, and federal design principles.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to make and support recommendations.
- Ability to act independently and understand when to raise questions and issues.
- Work collaboratively on multiple projects and adapt as priorities change to meet deadlines.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
