City of Greenville, NC Government
Transportation Planner
City of Greenville, NC Government, Greenville, North Carolina, United States, 27834
Overview
Transportation Planner with the City of Greenville; under general supervision, provides technical and administrative support for the Greenville Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and performs professional transportation planning and related work as required. Responsibilities
Provides administrative support and serves as staff liaison for the Greenville Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). Assists in developing and preparing the MPO's annual Planning Work Program and associated budget for consideration and approval by the MPO's Transportation Advisory Committee. Assists with the development and coordination of studies and projects pertaining to transportation planning within the City, other municipalities, and organizations within the MPO planning boundary. Manages the Carbon Reduction Program's direct allocation of funds and coordinates project selection. Performs transportation modeling and traffic impact analysis to assess impacts on existing roadway systems. Assists with and performs various transportation planning functions regarding roadways, bicycle, and pedestrian facilities. Utilizes the City\'s Geographic Information System (GIS) for various projects and maintains associated information and data. Prepares charts, maps, graphs, and other illustrative material for presentations to elected officials, appointed boards, community groups, and citizens. Prepares for meetings and public hearings to present recommendations and transportation planning proposals. Interacts with staff from various City departments, MPOs, and regional organizations; with state and federal officials on transportation matters, studies, and projects. Attends public meetings and hearings, and meetings for various committees, boards, and community groups, as needed. Conducts special transportation-related studies, gathers and analyzes data, and prepares recommendations and reports. Prepares recommendations pertaining to transportation matters for local, state, and federal officials. Assists in coordinating special projects with other departments and provides technical assistance. Serves as a member on planning teams and prepares and submits applications for state and federal grants; administers grant award terms, conditions, and deliverables. Maintains records and reports for fiscal auditing requirements; prepares agenda items, abstracts, and related documentation in support of the Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) and the Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC). Supervises Planner I (Transportation) position; attends evening MPO-related meetings; makes presentations to community groups, planning and zoning boards, elected officials, and other entities. Performs other related duties and work as required. Education and Experience
Graduation from an ABET-accredited college or university with a bachelor\'s degree in civil/transportation engineering or a closely related field. Three or more years of full-time experience with a state or local government or a private firm directly involved in land use and/or transportation planning. Familiarity with MPO work processes and deliverable products along with corresponding federal regulations. Preferred qualification: Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of North Carolina or certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of land use and/or transportation planning and funding. GIS applications, including ESRI\'s suite of software for GIS. Quantitative methods and research techniques. Municipal government framework. Skills
Preparing charts, graphs, and maps; interpreting statistical data. Interpreting data; report writing; performing accurate moderate to complex mathematical calculations. Abilities
Organize and manage time effectively; complete multiple tasks/projects with tight schedules and interruptions. Communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written forms. Collect and analyze technical data, and produce summary reports understandable to the lay public. Use personal computers for writing, spreadsheets, GIS, and Transportation Modeling programs (TransCAD); create and update databases. Assist in complex planning and research studies; ensure technical accuracy in master city plans and maps. Coordinate several projects concurrently; prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports to internal and external agencies. Work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public; work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others; meet the mental and physical demands of the job. Valid driver\'s license issued by North Carolina or another state. Compensation details
Anticipated hiring range: $78,374.40 - $99,923.20; Full salary range: $78,374.40 - $121,472.00. Additional information
This is a continuous posting and may close at any time. After successful completion of the six-month probationary period, a hybrid schedule of office and telework hours may be available depending on the operational needs of the Engineering Department.
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Transportation Planner with the City of Greenville; under general supervision, provides technical and administrative support for the Greenville Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and performs professional transportation planning and related work as required. Responsibilities
Provides administrative support and serves as staff liaison for the Greenville Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). Assists in developing and preparing the MPO's annual Planning Work Program and associated budget for consideration and approval by the MPO's Transportation Advisory Committee. Assists with the development and coordination of studies and projects pertaining to transportation planning within the City, other municipalities, and organizations within the MPO planning boundary. Manages the Carbon Reduction Program's direct allocation of funds and coordinates project selection. Performs transportation modeling and traffic impact analysis to assess impacts on existing roadway systems. Assists with and performs various transportation planning functions regarding roadways, bicycle, and pedestrian facilities. Utilizes the City\'s Geographic Information System (GIS) for various projects and maintains associated information and data. Prepares charts, maps, graphs, and other illustrative material for presentations to elected officials, appointed boards, community groups, and citizens. Prepares for meetings and public hearings to present recommendations and transportation planning proposals. Interacts with staff from various City departments, MPOs, and regional organizations; with state and federal officials on transportation matters, studies, and projects. Attends public meetings and hearings, and meetings for various committees, boards, and community groups, as needed. Conducts special transportation-related studies, gathers and analyzes data, and prepares recommendations and reports. Prepares recommendations pertaining to transportation matters for local, state, and federal officials. Assists in coordinating special projects with other departments and provides technical assistance. Serves as a member on planning teams and prepares and submits applications for state and federal grants; administers grant award terms, conditions, and deliverables. Maintains records and reports for fiscal auditing requirements; prepares agenda items, abstracts, and related documentation in support of the Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) and the Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC). Supervises Planner I (Transportation) position; attends evening MPO-related meetings; makes presentations to community groups, planning and zoning boards, elected officials, and other entities. Performs other related duties and work as required. Education and Experience
Graduation from an ABET-accredited college or university with a bachelor\'s degree in civil/transportation engineering or a closely related field. Three or more years of full-time experience with a state or local government or a private firm directly involved in land use and/or transportation planning. Familiarity with MPO work processes and deliverable products along with corresponding federal regulations. Preferred qualification: Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of North Carolina or certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of land use and/or transportation planning and funding. GIS applications, including ESRI\'s suite of software for GIS. Quantitative methods and research techniques. Municipal government framework. Skills
Preparing charts, graphs, and maps; interpreting statistical data. Interpreting data; report writing; performing accurate moderate to complex mathematical calculations. Abilities
Organize and manage time effectively; complete multiple tasks/projects with tight schedules and interruptions. Communicate clearly and effectively in verbal and written forms. Collect and analyze technical data, and produce summary reports understandable to the lay public. Use personal computers for writing, spreadsheets, GIS, and Transportation Modeling programs (TransCAD); create and update databases. Assist in complex planning and research studies; ensure technical accuracy in master city plans and maps. Coordinate several projects concurrently; prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports to internal and external agencies. Work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public; work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others; meet the mental and physical demands of the job. Valid driver\'s license issued by North Carolina or another state. Compensation details
Anticipated hiring range: $78,374.40 - $99,923.20; Full salary range: $78,374.40 - $121,472.00. Additional information
This is a continuous posting and may close at any time. After successful completion of the six-month probationary period, a hybrid schedule of office and telework hours may be available depending on the operational needs of the Engineering Department.
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