Senior Planner

Senior-Level Transit Regional Coordination and Mobility Management Planner - (2178) Job Title Senior-Level Transit Regional Coordination and Mobility Management Planner Job Type Full-Time Category Transportation Planning Location NCTCOG - ARLINGTON, TX 76005 US (Primary) Job Description Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate and discuss public transportation projects in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area with internal staff, transportation planners, public and private transportation providers, local governments, communities, and other stakeholders. The official title for the individual in this position will be Senior Transportation Planner. NCTCOG is recognized as military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Developing traditional and innovative transit service delivery in a multimodal environment across a multi-county region Supporting new regional transportation programs, policies, and partnerships to improve mobility, strengthen transit coordination, and address emerging transportation needs Identifying emerging transportation trends and developing innovative solutions and program improvements Monitoring and coordinating project activities, including budget expenditures Documenting project progress and ensuring accurate and timely completion Handling special assignments outside of daily tasks Assisting supervisor to oversee the development of transportation plans and studies, including management and coordination with consultants Participating in the collection and analysis of data Supporting various committees, public outreach, and events Organizing and attending workshops and training Researching, analyzing and interpreting Federal, State and local regulations pertaining to transportation planning and funding Preparing and reviewing memorandums, letters, documentation, articles, executive summaries and technical reports Preparing and delivering oral presentations Supervising staff Required Skills Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to handle multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing the quality of work Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and interpersonal skills Strong communication, both verbal and written skills Experience developing and tracking work projects/programs, schedules, budgets, and performance measures. Familiarity with Census data and American Community Survey (ACS) data for analysis Familiarity with public transportation planning, mobility management, transit operations, or transit-related programs is preferred Ability to work both independently and in a team environment Familiarity working with diverse stakeholders (e.g., elected officials, government, public transportation agencies, technical staff, interest groups, etc.) Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods (i.e., urban planning, transportation planning, public administration, urban geography, or a related field); Master’s degree desired At least three years of work-related experience (experience in planning preferred) Starting Salary Range Minimum of $74,800.00 - $89,760.00 annually The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, the NCTCOG Transportation Department has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise. The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility and innovation. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Background Check & Drug Testing: All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening. E-Verify: The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Statement Concerning Employment in a Job Not Covered by Social Security: NCTCOG participates in a defined contribution plan as an alternative to Social Security. NCTCOG offers mandatory and elective retirement plans that have been developed specifically for public-sector retirement plan participants. Be advised if you are hired by NCTCOG, your earnings from this job are not covered under Social Security (i.e., you will not pay Social Security taxes). This means that you will not earn credits for Social Security retirement or disability benefits in this job. If you retire or become disabled, and you are eligible for a Social Security benefit based on other work, your earnings from this job will not be used to compute your Social Security benefit. Your earnings from this job are subject to Medicare taxes and will count for purposes of the Medicare program. For more information on how you may qualify for Social Security benefits, visit Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager. #J-18808-Ljbffr