Associate Transportation Planner
Associate Transportation Planner
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Position Description
Join us in shaping Seattles streets!
At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) we dont just move peoplewe connect communities build safer streets and create a more sustainable city.
With a bold vision for the future were tackling big challenges: making travel safer cutting carbon emissions and ensuring reliable affordable transportation for everyone no matter who they are or where they live.
Seattle is growing fast and were growing with it. Thanks to a historic voterapproved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024 were building sidewalks fixing bridges and improving transit connections to keep our city moving.
Were a team of problem solvers planners engineers communicators and field crewsbringing purposedriven work to life. Now we need passionate innovative talent like you. Lets build a Seattle that works for everyonetogether!
SDOT is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity as an Associate Transportation Planner under the citys classification of Transportation Planner Associate with our Project Development Division supporting the Bike & Community Projects team. In this impactful role you will be a key contributor to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Program helping to equitably gather review and build communityrequested transportation improvements. You will participate in the planning scope development and conceptual design of neighborhood transportation projects such as new sidewalks pedestrian crossings safety improvements and public space enhancements. This position will also support the planning and development of public bike parking bike spot improvements and other bike safety projects. Are you interested in making lasting impacts on our citys transportation infrastructure If youre ready to make a meaningful impact and want to help us create safer more connected neighborhoods for people of all ages and abilities we want you on our team. Join us at SDOT and help keep Seattle moving! This position reports to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Program Manager.
Job Responsibilities
- Participates in the equitable selection planning scope development conceptual design and outreach for communityrequested transportation priorities such as new sidewalks pedestrian crossings safety improvements and public space enhancements.
- Serves as project developer for assigned Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership and bicycle projects and prepares 030 project development deliverables for capital projects including gaining an approved project scope schedule and budget.
- Coordinates with internal stakeholders by using the Complete Streets Checklist to identify opportunities and conflicts with SDOTdelivered projects and transportation operations.
- Tracks projects through all design and construction phases and serves as project champion to ensure project designs adhere to the original project intent and budget.
- Provides excellent communication to the Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects Lead by identifying projects with complex design elements or public outreach needs and providing regular project status updates regarding scope schedule and budget.
- Employs a working knowledge of the principles practices and procedures of transportation planning with an emphasis on walking biking and rolling.
- Collects and analyzes traffic data in the field and in the office including traffic volumes and speeds pedestrian counts student travel patterns and collision history to identify patterns and problems and recommend solutions when developing Neighborhood Initiated Safety Partnership Projects.
- Actively support the departments goals for diversity and social justice in line with the Citys Race and Social.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:Bachelors degree in engineering Urban Planning Transportation Planning.
Experience: Requires a minimum of two years of Transportation Planning or Development experience.
OR:An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the positions duties.
Though not requirements strong candidates will have some of the following experience or can describe comparable experience:- Compelling and engaging written and verbal communication skills and experience supporting public involvement processes.
- Collaboration and relationship building.
- Attention to detail organization and the ability to actively manage multiple processes.
- Ability to work effectively and productively in a hybrid work environment.
- Proven track record of effectively attending participating and presenting at public meetings public outreach and community events.
Work Environment / Physical Demands:
Work is typically performed in a hybrid work environment in which a minimum of 3 days of the work is completed in a City office and 2 days of the work is completed remotely in a regular 40hour work week.Additional Information
Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
Hiring Process:
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:
- Completed NEOGOV online application.
- Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
- Current rsum indicating relevant experience and education.
- Supplemental questionnaire responses.
Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process including a potential background check.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Citys full salary range for this position is $ 52.13 $ 60.71 per hour.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and longterm disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
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If you are unable to apply online you may submit a paper application by the closing date to our office.
OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue Suite 5500
Seattle WA 98104
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experiences.
Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request.
The City is a Drug Free Workplace.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
