Statewide Planner I

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Transit

Job Classification Title

Transportation Program Consultant I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC11

About Us

Its the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus accountability and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

This position is responsible for performing statewide planning initiatives/tasks and providing technical assistance with regards to multimodal transportation planning and programming to various internal and external stakeholders throughout the state. Specific areas of responsibility are assisting with planning initiatives State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) programmatic support coordination with internal and external partners and implementation of activities related to federal and state planning programs initiatives requirements and policies. Key responsibilities may include: supporting strategic planning efforts conducting special statewide and regional studies conducting technical research projects assisting staff with the creation of planning and project development best practices assisting transit agencies and planning organizations on managing projects in the statewide transportation improvement program (STIP) and providing assistance with state and federal funding processes. This position will also assist division staff with programs such as Transportation Demand Management Safe Routes to School and Intercity Bus. This position may also be asked to assist with research policy implementation and related tasks; ensure the Division is meeting federal and state programmatic requirements; ensure the Division is on target to meet other metrics identified by the Division; provide guidance to other business units in NCDOT present information to transit agencies and planning organizations. This employee works under the supervision of the Statewide Planning and Programming Manager in the Planning and Programming Section.

The Integrated Mobility Divisions Planning and Programming Branch (which includes the Statewide Planning and Programming Section and the Regional Planning Section) is responsible for multimodal bicycle pedestrian and transit-related planning activities and federal and state grant review and administration. This includes administering and developing transportation plans; monitoring and evaluation of public transportation planning programs; developing program policies and procedures; administering studies and developing new transportation programs to meet citizens needs and establishing strategies to address identified needs; understanding of transit funding programs; providing technical guidance to other NCDOT units and local governments; participating in planning and project activities and funding programs in all urban and regional /consolidated areas; serving on regional planning bodies (MPOs/RPOs and similar); coordinating with other state agencies and local partners to promote transportation-related economic development; developing and implementing bicycle pedestrian and transit safety programs; collecting and summarizing data and information; and mapping and evaluating geographic networks of bicycle pedestrian and facilities services and routes.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $45431 - $79504

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Knowledge of multimodal bicycle pedestrian and transit planning principles techniques and procedures and their interrelationship
• Knowledge and understanding of Federal and State laws guidelines and funding programs related to multimodal bicycle pedestrian and public transportation infrastructure and systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple planning and research projects and studies
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral formats and establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of state federal and/or local officials

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the collection and analysis of economic and social data and information or in the administration of public transportation programs or services; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Adrianna N Blackmer

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