Planner

Minneapolis, MN - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 80142 - 130062

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WHO WE ARE

We are theMetropolitan Council the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation wastewater and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the countrys largest transit systems employs more than 3000 people and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses light rail and commuter trains as well as resources for those who carpool vanpool walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

Service Development is responsible for planning analyzing and scheduling existing and future bus and rail service schedules. At various levels planners within the Service Development department analyze develop recommend and implement improvements and innovations to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of Metro Transit and regional transit service that support established regional transit policies and guidelines designed to increase ridership reduce costs and balance route productivity and coverage.

A Plannerperforms the full range of planning functions under general supervision:

Conducts basic technical assignments and review.
Prepares staff reports and other written analysis.
Works independently with minimal supervision.

NOTE:This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidates permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

This position will establish a six-month eligible list for current and future positions.

What you would do in this job

Supports and administers planning assignments; gathers and analyzes data on assigned projects; and prepares summary reports. Performs a portion of a major project as a team member under general supervision.
Researches investigates and surveys available sources for information related to various planning projects.
Formulates project plans to administer project funding.
Prepares plans maps diagrams and graphs and drafts staff reports.
Participates on review committees
Develops a shared mobility/on-demand pilot project.
May act as liaison with interest groups communities counties regional and state agencies.
Give advice to local government staff on agency planning programs.
Provides assistance on technical and procedural aspects of planning.
Performs other related duties.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of experience in planning or public administration and completed education in city urban or environmental planning or closely relatedfield:

High school diploma/GED with seven (7) years of experience in planning or public administration.
Associates degree with five (5) years of experience inplanning or public administration.
Bachelors degree or higher with three (3) years of experience in planning or public administration.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

Experience using GIS tools to display information and conduct analysis preferably on transit/transportation projects.
Exposure to transit planning tools (Remix local-based data).
Knowledge of principles and practices of transit/transportation planning for local routes commuter routes BRT and micro transit.
Experience as a regular transit user.
Experience in planning analyzing and interpreting data for transit/transportation projects.
Experience and skill in presentations and public speaking with ability to tailor material for different audiences.
Experience promoting a respectful workplace that celebrates diversity equity and inclusion.

What knowledge skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

Intermediate skills in MS Word and Excel ability to perform technical analysis using spreadsheet and database programs knowledge of GIS.
Knowledge of policy analysis and planning principles methods and theory.
Knowledge of Council policies practices and operational procedures (in the policy area relevant to the job).
Basic knowledge of the governmental environment in which the Council works as it applies to the policy area of the position.
Ability to relate responsibilities to policy and planning process.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and consistently and effectively apply the policy guidelines of the Council.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant Council stakeholders.
Ability to analyze and interpret Council policy and apply it effectively in the policy analysis or development process.
Ability to interact directly with riders and the general public.

What you can expect from us:

We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Additional information

What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. This position may require work in outdoor weather conditions. May also work around moderate noise (i.e. computer printers light traffic work discussions).

What steps the recruitment process involves:

We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council you must pass a background check which verifies education employment and criminal history. If you have a criminal conviction you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council you must pass a background check which verifies education and employment.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color members of the LGBTQ community individuals with disabilities women and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process pleaseemail.

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