Planning Manager

Job Title Manager of the Service Planning Division Job Overview Pierce Transit is an independent municipal organization dedicated to improving people's quality of life by providing safe, reliable, innovative, and useful transportation services that are locally based and regionally connected. This senior planning role oversees long‑range planning initiatives, guides project development and grant efforts, and manages planning functions for existing capital facilities. Responsibilities Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations. Leads and directs agency’s planning efforts for service delivery and capital; establishes and monitors implementation of department goals, objectives, and annual work programs. Oversees project development efforts for capital and service planning; develops recommendations on capital and grant projects for the agency; guides requests for proposals or qualifications for new projects and participates in project selections. Oversees the service scheduling group. Develops preliminary project cost estimates and budgets; manages assigned budget and monitors expenditures. Prepares, reviews, interprets, and analyzes a variety of information, data and reports; provides advice, counsel, and makes recommendations in alignment with the strategic plan. Attends, chairs, and conducts a variety of meetings within the Agency and in the community; serves on committees and task forces in cooperation and coordination with other key staff; represents the Agency at local and regional meetings; makes oral presentations at meetings, conferences, and other events. Demonstrates reliable and consistent attendance. Performs related work as required. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Administration, or a related field. Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible planning experience in a transit agency or in a transportation-related industry, including supervisory experience. Desired Qualifications Public sector experience desired. Master’s degree desired. Physical Requirements The position involves sedentary work, requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 lbs. of force, a negligible amount of force frequently, or constant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects. It involves sitting most of the time, with common physical demands involving desk or office-related work. Licensing, Certifications, and Other Legal Requirements Individuals must pass a background check. Knowledge of Principles and practices of employee supervision. Federal, state, and local regulations. Grant processes, policies, and applications. Public transportation service administration principles and practices. Budgeting principles and practices. Business English. Standard office procedures. Microsoft Office products. Skill In Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature (multi‑tasking). Communications (verbal and written). Strategic thinking and tactical planning. Negotiation. Organizational/time‑management skills. Attention to detail. Computer and database skills. Ability to Develop, evaluate, recommend, and implement processes and procedures. Develop and manage budgets. Analyze data and develop recommendations. Monitor and ensure regulatory compliance. Manage and administer programs, services, and operations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Meet schedules and deadlines of the work. Follow verbal and written instructions. Competencies Prioritizes and organizes actions, resources, and other people to achieve targeted objectives. Demonstrates the ability to manage the course of a project in the most efficient and effective way. Works effectively and productively with others, sometimes in a team setting; cooperatively, effectively, and productively with internal and external customers. Clearly assigns responsibilities for tasks and decisions; sets clear objectives and measures, monitors process, progress, and results; provides feedback to employees and management. Independently performs and accomplishes assignments and serves as a source of support for the department, customers, and/or the organization. Understands the organization’s structure and culture. Education Requirements Any required education must come from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent. Application Instructions The online application must include a chronological work and/or education history covering ten years. Applicants must also attach a cover letter stating how they meet the qualifications for the position in order to be considered. At least three professional references must be provided, including a recent or current supervisor with names, email addresses, and current phone numbers. Additional Information Carefully review your application for accuracy, spelling, and grammar before submitting. Please ensure that your work history has been updated to include employment end dates as applicable. The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the information provided in the supplemental questions and the content and completeness of the "work experience" section of the application at A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. Contact Information For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact Pierce Transit Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll‑free at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Pierce Transit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Pierce Transit’s EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, wages, or other compensation. Compensation 141,568.30–179,129.07 Yearly Salary Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management Manufacturing Business Content #J-18808-Ljbffr