City and County of San Francisco
Transportation Planner IV – (5290) – Citywide - (T00092)
City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Transportation Planner IV – (5290) – Citywide - (T00092)
This is a Citywide Exam posting. Your application to this posting is an application to take a citywide exam. If you pass the exam, you will be emailed your score and ranking on the eligible candidate list. When a department has an open position with this job classification they will use this eligible list to hire for that position. Departments will contact candidates from this list to gauge interest in their specific roles. Learn more about the City’s hiring process here: https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/
Application Opening:
September 29, 2025
Application Deadline:
Apply Immediately. Application filing will be open at least through October 10, 2025 and will close any time thereafter.
Salary range:
$150,384 to $182,702
San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This city is committed to heighten the quality of life for its diverse population and for residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role in shaping the future of San Francisco.
Job Description : Under general administrative supervision the 5290 Transportation Planner IV performs work in transportation planning concerning public transportation, shuttle services, biking and walking, curb/parking management, paratransit, traffic management, commercial ground transportation management, and other transportation modes.
Examples of Important and Essential Duties :
Coordinates and/or supervises the work of a group of subordinates or peers on major projects in various phases of transit or transportation planning.
Supervises the design and preparation of models, maps, charts, drawings, publications, signage, displays and other graphic materials to illustrate plans and reports or disseminate information.
Analyzes and evaluates social, economic and physical data and prepares reports on the more complex and difficult planning issues; may prepare grant requests, analyze applications for new services or develop project justifications.
Prepares plans and projections of future transit or transportation conditions and trends.
Investigates and reviews federal and state legislation and regulations for potential impact on transportation plans and policies and makes recommendations for the review process.
Prepares and manages requests for proposals, budgets, schedules and contracts for major transportation planning projects, or for airport operational contracts.
Represents the department in public meetings and governmental/regulatory agency hearings and peer working groups to explain planning policies, programs and projects.
Prepares and reviews draft legislation reports for City Commission and/or Board of Supervisors.
Applies and/or oversees computer-assisted analytical techniques to evaluate and/or forecast planning and operational data to assist in formulating transportation planning programs.
Prepares and reviews correspondence in response to public, Commission or other agency inquiries.
Develops, and coordinates the implementation of transportation plans, projects, and policies including transit route service and operational changes.
Qualifications :
Possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Transportation, Transportation Engineering, Public Administration or other closely related field; AND four (4) years of transportation planning experience. Two (2) years of this experience must be at a professional level focused on the analysis, design, development of transportation systems or services; OR
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; AND six (6) years of transportation planning experience. Four (4) years of this experience must be at a professional level focused on the analysis, design, and development of transportation systems or services.
Substitution : Additional transportation planning experience beyond the Minimum Qualifications may be substituted for the baccalaureate degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. (30 semester units/45 quarter units equal one (1) year of experience).
Note : Internships and other training focused experience do not qualify towards the required years of professional level experience.
Verification of Education and Experience : This position requires that every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. See https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/ for details on verification.
Selection Procedure : After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:
Supervisory Test Battery (Weight: 30%) : Candidates deemed qualified will be invited to participate in a computer-based examination designed to measure competencies in job-related areas. See the linked document for more information. Scores are banked for three years and may be used for future classifications.
Training and Experience Evaluation (Weight: 70%) : Candidates deemed qualified will be sent a link to the Supplemental Questionnaire via email. The questionnaire measures knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas.
Additional Information :
Eligible List/Score Report: A confidential eligible list will be created for certification purposes. Details about disclosure and duration (12 months) are described in the announcement.
Airport-specific Conditions of Employment: TSA Security Clearance and Customs Clearance requirements apply for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission.
Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: See Civil Service rules for appeal rights.
Where to Apply : All job applications must be submitted through the online portal at https://careers.sf.gov/.
Applicants will be notified by email from notifications@smartrecruiters.com with application receipt confirmation. If you have questions, contact Patty Wong at Patty.Wong@sfmta.com. Recruitment ID: CBT-5290-T00092
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applications are considered without regard to sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, HIV status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected category.
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Application Opening:
September 29, 2025
Application Deadline:
Apply Immediately. Application filing will be open at least through October 10, 2025 and will close any time thereafter.
Salary range:
$150,384 to $182,702
San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This city is committed to heighten the quality of life for its diverse population and for residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role in shaping the future of San Francisco.
Job Description : Under general administrative supervision the 5290 Transportation Planner IV performs work in transportation planning concerning public transportation, shuttle services, biking and walking, curb/parking management, paratransit, traffic management, commercial ground transportation management, and other transportation modes.
Examples of Important and Essential Duties :
Coordinates and/or supervises the work of a group of subordinates or peers on major projects in various phases of transit or transportation planning.
Supervises the design and preparation of models, maps, charts, drawings, publications, signage, displays and other graphic materials to illustrate plans and reports or disseminate information.
Analyzes and evaluates social, economic and physical data and prepares reports on the more complex and difficult planning issues; may prepare grant requests, analyze applications for new services or develop project justifications.
Prepares plans and projections of future transit or transportation conditions and trends.
Investigates and reviews federal and state legislation and regulations for potential impact on transportation plans and policies and makes recommendations for the review process.
Prepares and manages requests for proposals, budgets, schedules and contracts for major transportation planning projects, or for airport operational contracts.
Represents the department in public meetings and governmental/regulatory agency hearings and peer working groups to explain planning policies, programs and projects.
Prepares and reviews draft legislation reports for City Commission and/or Board of Supervisors.
Applies and/or oversees computer-assisted analytical techniques to evaluate and/or forecast planning and operational data to assist in formulating transportation planning programs.
Prepares and reviews correspondence in response to public, Commission or other agency inquiries.
Develops, and coordinates the implementation of transportation plans, projects, and policies including transit route service and operational changes.
Qualifications :
Possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Transportation, Transportation Engineering, Public Administration or other closely related field; AND four (4) years of transportation planning experience. Two (2) years of this experience must be at a professional level focused on the analysis, design, development of transportation systems or services; OR
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; AND six (6) years of transportation planning experience. Four (4) years of this experience must be at a professional level focused on the analysis, design, and development of transportation systems or services.
Substitution : Additional transportation planning experience beyond the Minimum Qualifications may be substituted for the baccalaureate degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. (30 semester units/45 quarter units equal one (1) year of experience).
Note : Internships and other training focused experience do not qualify towards the required years of professional level experience.
Verification of Education and Experience : This position requires that every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. See https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/ for details on verification.
Selection Procedure : After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:
Supervisory Test Battery (Weight: 30%) : Candidates deemed qualified will be invited to participate in a computer-based examination designed to measure competencies in job-related areas. See the linked document for more information. Scores are banked for three years and may be used for future classifications.
Training and Experience Evaluation (Weight: 70%) : Candidates deemed qualified will be sent a link to the Supplemental Questionnaire via email. The questionnaire measures knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas.
Additional Information :
Eligible List/Score Report: A confidential eligible list will be created for certification purposes. Details about disclosure and duration (12 months) are described in the announcement.
Airport-specific Conditions of Employment: TSA Security Clearance and Customs Clearance requirements apply for employment with the San Francisco Airport Commission.
Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: See Civil Service rules for appeal rights.
Where to Apply : All job applications must be submitted through the online portal at https://careers.sf.gov/.
Applicants will be notified by email from notifications@smartrecruiters.com with application receipt confirmation. If you have questions, contact Patty Wong at Patty.Wong@sfmta.com. Recruitment ID: CBT-5290-T00092
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applications are considered without regard to sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, HIV status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected category.
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