WSP – Lead Transportation Planner

January 26, 2025 / / Comments Off on WSP – Lead Transportation Planner

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Transportation Planner for our Philadelphia, PA office.  WSP’s local planning group guides our local and regional clients through solving complex infrastructure challenges by providing a unique combination of planning and engineering principles, technology, and strategic consulting skills. Come join us and help shape the future!

The Lead Transportation Planner will demonstrate the ability to:

  • Understand the planning process and the scope and context of planning projects
  • Assume a variety of roles on planning projects, including project management/deputy project management; writing and reviewing major sections of plans, technical studies, or grant applications; developing and working with other team members to develop analysis, graphics, maps
  • Communicate effectively, consistently, and punctually across project teams and project timelines
  • Lead or support client, public, and stakeholder coordination and present information across a range of audiences
  • Support business development with existing or potential clients, support proposal writing, and build relationships across  internal and external networks
  • Think creatively about planning best practices across a range of topics and how to apply them effectively in a variety of planning contexts

The diversity of local projects this role will contribute to may include:

  • Complete streets and Vision Zero/safety projects
  • Bicycle and pedestrian planning
  • Transit and rail planning
  • Placemaking and transit-oriented development
  • Roadway corridor planning / alternatives analysis
  • Community-focused projects

This is a full-time hybrid position in the Philadelphia, PA office.  We are looking for a candidate who is a self-starter that can work both individually and collaboratively in a team setting.  Ideally this person will demonstrate a combination of the base and bonus qualifications.
Your Impact

  • Provide technical planning assistance and guidance based on a variety of interdisciplinary work products
  • Prepare plans, studies, reports including developing qualitative and quantitative analysis with a high degree of independence and attention to quality. Work products could include maps, visualizations, data analysis, report writing, policy recommendations, PowerPoint presentations, and/or grant applications
  • Prepare, coordinate, and facilitate public involvement and consensus-building meetings in support of client project work, including meetings, seminars, or workshops
  • Represent the planning group in internal and external meetings, understand and communicate the most critical elements of a project/pursuit/client need, and build relationships with internal and external clients
  • Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients.
  • Actively engage in business development and proposal writing.
  • Remain current in latest transportation planning subject matter, practices, regulations, and techniques.
  • Coordinate with clients, agency stakeholders, subcontractors, technical staff, and others in a confident and professional manner
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree (in planning or related field)
  • 7-10 years of experience working in the transportation planning field, or related industry
  • Ability to provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members
  • Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work and invoicing
  • Excellent verbal communications skills and ability to “read the room”
  • Excellent ability to read/listen and synthesize information and communicate a point of view
  • Excellent ability to think critically, creatively problem-solve, and approach an issue from a variety of perspectives
  • Strong research and technical writing skills
  • Strong ability to source, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data
  • Fundamental knowledge of transportation planning processes, historical trends, and emerging innovations
  • Collaborative team spirit with a supportive attitude
  • Ability to work on multiple assignments and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Experience with discipline-specific software (i.e., ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up).
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in planning or related field
  • Certified Planner with the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
  • Business development, scoping and cost estimating, and proposal writing experience at a consulting firm
  • Experience with managing direct reports (interns and/or entry level) and providing mentorship and career development guidance
  • Working knowledge and experience with planning processes at a local, state, and/or Federal level
  • A strong local network among transportation planning professionals at a variety of organizations
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Community Planner III

January 21, 2025 / / Comments Off on Community Planner III

The Chester County Planning Commission seeks a Community Planner to assist in advancing sound and innovative planning efforts throughout Chester County. The position, classified as a Planner III, provides professional consulting services and assistance to local municipalities in implementing the County’s long-range plan, Landscapes3. The Chester County Planning Commission is committed to engaging with communities and our planning partners as we continue to balance preservation and growth in the county. The Planning Commission operates in a hybrid work environment.

 

Requirements:

The Community Planner III must be a good communicator, well-organized, detail oriented, and self-directed. Knowledge and understanding of the PA Municipalities Planning Code, the ability to research and write comprehensive plans, zoning ordinances, and subdivision and land development regulations are important skills for this position. Collaboration with municipal officials, community stakeholders, planning partners, and internal project teams is an essential community planning skill.

 

The successful candidate should possess strong verbal, writing, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS products. Ideal candidates will demonstrate experience in project management, analyzing data, and creating presentations.

 

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in planning or a related field and a minimum of three to four years of job-related experience. AICP accreditation is a plus.

 

Position Type: Full-Time / Exempt

Starting Salary: $61,119

 

Applications must be submitted through the Chester County Job Opportunities webpage. The webpage and full Community Planner job description can be accessed here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chesco

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Graphics Design Supervisor

January 21, 2025 / / Comments Off on Graphics Design Supervisor

The Chester County Planning Commission seeks a Graphics Design Supervisor to support CCPC in the advancement of sound and innovative planning efforts throughout Chester County. This position manages project workflow, scheduling and staffing to produce high quality graphic products including reports, brochures, illustrations, infographics, and public presentation materials.

 

Requirements:

The Graphics Design Supervisor should have a demonstrated command of graphic design principles and knowledge of color printer processing and graphics file processing.  The ideal candidate will have experience in detailed proofreading (grammar, maps, charts) and knowledge of web design and development, and expert knowledge in the latest Adobe Creative Cloud products (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge).

 

Additional traits of the successful candidate are strong customer service experience, excellent time and project management skills, the ability to serve as a visual communication expert, the capability of educating project partners, and the ability to mentor graphic team members by sharing knowledge and experience.

 

Minimum Qualifications: Associate’s degree in graphic arts or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Minimum of seven years of experience in concept development, consulting, page layout, drawing, photo and video editing, color correction, file preparation, on-line publishing, multimedia, and other mediums.

 

Position Type: Full-Time / Exempt

Starting Salary: $53,009

Applications must be submitted through the Chester County Job Opportunities webpage. The webpage and full job description can be accessed here (search for Graphics Design Supervisor):

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chesco

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DVRPC – Summer Fellowship

January 10, 2025 / / Comments Off on DVRPC – Summer Fellowship

For summer 2025, DVRPC will be hosting a Sustainability Fellow through the University of New Hampshire (UNH) Sustainability Fellowship program! The UNH Sustainability Fellowship pairs exceptional students and recent graduates with municipal, educational, corporate, and nonprofit partners to work on transformative sustainability projects. Each summer, Fellows undertake challenging sustainability projects that are designed to create an immediate impact, offer an extraordinary learning experience, and foster meaningful collaboration.

At DVRPC, the Fellow will assist the Office of Sustainable Energy on a project related to Thermal Energy Networks (TENs). TENs are neighborhood-scale systems that leverage an existing thermal energy resource, such as geothermal or waste heat from an existing building, to provide heating and cooling to multiple buildings. This project will be a mix of research and data analysis (including GIS), and outreach and engagement activities, focused on new strategies and policies for creating more efficient, low carbon building energy systems with TENs.

Overall, there are over 25 different paid Fellowship opportunities available and the following groups are eligible to apply: 1) Current UNH undergraduate students, 2) current graduate students (from any US college or university), and 3) recent graduates (from any US college or university). Application instructions and the Fellowship project descriptions are available on the Fellowship website. The work formats (in-person, hybrid, and remote) vary and they are specified in the Fellowship descriptions. The Fellowship at  DVRPC is offered as hybrid or in-person work. All Fellowship applications are due by February 9, 2025 at midnight.

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Community Planner IV

November 14, 2024 / / Comments Off on Community Planner IV

Community Planner IV is responsible for the oversight of projects essential to implementing the County’s comprehensive plan. This planner will prepare, implement, and manage the community planning program to ensure that county and local issues and projects are supported by accurate planning data and analysis.

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Montgomery County – Transportation Planner I

October 27, 2024 / / Comments Off on Montgomery County – Transportation Planner I
  POSITION TITLE: TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I
EXEMPT: YES
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION – TRANSPORTATION SECTION
POSITION REPORTING: SECTION MANAGER – TRANSPORTATION
SALARY RANGE: $53,966 – $71,960 (depending on experience)

SUMMARY: This position requires the individual to be proficient in the terminology and application of the technical and political processes concerned with the use of land, public welfare, and the design of the natural and built environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES shall include the following:

  • Produce subdivision and land development reviews
  • Work cooperatively with other staff, general public, and local officials
  • Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and organize information
  • Attend public meetings, day or evening
  • Duties as assigned

SPECIALIZED SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES in addition to all of the above shall include some combination of the following:

  • Write regulatory and policy language for various transportation planning issues.
  • Author and produce transportation plans, studies, reports, and other planning-related documents
  • Assist MCPC staff and partner agencies on issues of alternative and multi-modal transportation
  • Assist with management of MCPC-led funding and administrative programs.
  • Have technical knowledge in land use, housing, transportation, open space, trails, environmental, demographics, landscape design, zoning, planning law, and/or related subjects
  • Research, collect, analyze, and communicate data and information to colleagues, boards, and the public
  • Grant writing
Requirements
  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential and specific duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Master’s Degree in Planning or related degree
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to be successful in the position
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills including public speaking
  • Good analytical, organizational, logical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Ability to use state of the art business and audio visual equipment
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Strong organizational skills and time management
  • Knowledge of essential professional office computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet analysis, presentations, design and ability to learn certain geographic information system (GIS) functions and other software for planning work
  • Have a valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. Walking is required in field conditions with uneven terrain to perform site visits, acquire information, and perform inspections or to attend meetings. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel objects. The employee is also required to kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.
The employee must be able to drive to various locations during the day or night and attend meetings that may last several hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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Bucks County – Senior Planner

October 27, 2024 / / Comments Off on Bucks County – Senior Planner
Description 
POSITION SUMMARY:
The individual is responsible for the development and oversight of projects essential to implementing housing initiatives. This planner will prepare, implement, and manage housing planning initiatives to ensure that county and local planning issues and projects are supported by accurate planning data and analysis. Supervises staff, provides professional oversight and assists in overseeing technical planning activities related to housing. Possesses housing planning background and experience. Prepares written and graphic reports, projects and maps. Conducts and prepares reviews relating to community and housing planning.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Reports to the Director of Planning Services, and the Executive Director as applicable.
• Works collaboratively with the Department of Housing and Community Development.
• Researches and analyzes housing needs in the county.
• Develops and guides implementation of housing plans and strategies consistent with the county’s comprehensive plan.
• Coordinates with internal and external housing partners.
• Develops or assists with content for housing focused planning sessions and forums.
• Supervises and assists in preparing and provides technical advice regarding contract work relating to comprehensive plans, zoning ordinances and subdivision regulations.
• Supervises and conducts required reviews; evaluates proposed comprehensive plans, ordinances and proposals; and prepares reports.
• Performs detailed tasks relating to the development of local and/or county comprehensive plan housing elements.
• Prepares or assists in the production of planning, zoning, and specialized plans and studies related to housing.
• Prepares or assists in the production of GIS maps and GIS related projects
• Compiles and reviews pertinent land use, demographic, socioeconomic, or other housing planning-related data to determine existing conditions and future trends.
• Reviews and prepares comments for subdivision and land development proposals.
• Prepares graphic products including detailed sketches, maps, 3D photo simulations and site plans as required.
• Provides general community planning assistance including but not limited to land use and fiscal analysis/impact reports or studies.
• Attends public meetings, presents information to the public and assists the public as required.
• Attends meetings with staff, municipal officials and other agencies as required.
• Serves as a liaison between the Planning Commission and municipal officials.
• Coordinates and collaborates with other staff members in a ‘team approach’ for projects.
• Assists with the identification and coordination of grant applications as required.
• Coordinates with local, regional, state, and federal agencies to address housing planning issues (as necessary).
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned by the Executive Director or other Directors within the Department.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Qualification requirements include demonstrated ability to perform all of the Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed above.
• Master’s Degree preferred or equivalent Bachelor’s Degree in Planning.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in housing planning related field.
• AICP licensure preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in the basic principles of planning.
• Ability to effectively and professionally communicate ideas in written and verbal manner, including report preparation and making presentations to the public.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and SketchUp is a plus.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and be available to attend evening meetings as required.
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City of Philadelphia – Public/ Private Partnerships Grant Manager

October 27, 2024 / / Comments Off on City of Philadelphia – Public/ Private Partnerships Grant Manager

Job Description

The Parks and Recreation Private/Public Partnership Grants Manager position leads the development and implementation of the department’s private and public grants strategy, including all steps in the process from identification of grant resources, matching parks and recreation objectives with those resources, application preparation, and supporting staff in reporting and close out. This position is also responsible for developing partnerships to increase engagement and funding opportunities in the private sector, such as the William Penn Foundation.  The ideal candidate will take a detail-oriented approach to identify, track, apply, and comply with grant and funding requirements. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills are needed to articulate the rules, regulations, and requirements of myriad grant programs.

Essential Functions

  • Identify potential grant resources from government agencies, foundations, and corporations to meet the strategic, financial, and operational needs of PPR.
  • Maintain a library of grant program guidelines and a catalogue of grant applications to track and evaluate application results.
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with funders, such as the William Penn Foundation and work with The Philadelphia City Fund to manage private grants.
  • Create shared resource of grant opportunities that identifies typical timelines, qualifications/limitations for scope, funding match requirements, funding potential, additional considerations, and other applicable info.
  • Manage planning and development of grant proposals for parks and recreation projects. Submit grant applications on behalf of PPR.
  • Understand the primary roles and functions of the portfolio departments, specifically Program, Strategy and Engagement, and the Capital Infrastructure and Natural Lands and Operations divisions of Parks and Recreation.
  • Manage and supervise a grant development and coordination team including consultants, and key stakeholders in other departments, to achieve City goals.
  • Serve as a liaison among PPR and other City departments (as applicable), and funders. Coordinate with the Budget Office, the Commonwealth’s Department of Community and Economic Development, the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and other City departments (as applicable).
  • Analyze federal, state, and City legislative and policy initiatives to determine potential funding impacts on the city’s parks and recreation programs and offer recommendations to PPR’s senior staff regarding the City’s position. Work with PPR to scope, develop, and maintain a six-year capital plan.
  • Work with PPR to identify and develop strategies that prioritize projects to optimize the grants administration process.
  • Support non-profit partner submissions for projects on PPR properties, or for acquisition of properties, including pre application phase with grant funder and prospective grantees.
  • Submit grant applications on behalf of Parks and Recreation and assist partner groups with submissions.
  • Grant preparation and reporting, with support from project staff as needed.
  • Track deadlines and deliverables to ensure staff meets grant-related responsibilities.
  • Oversight and submission to meet the grantor’s closeout requirements, with support from a project manager.
  • Provide quality assurance that the grant proposal is complete and in accordance with a funder’s requirements.
  • Monitor paperwork and other related documents connected with grant-funded programs.
  • Monitor payments and receivables and track funding received.
  • Work with Deputy Commissioners to facilitate quarterly grant meetings within PPR, and including other partner departments, as needed.
  • Assist PPR in fielding requests for application support from third parties, such as other City departments or non-profit organizations.
  • Support the policy and planning work at PPR, as required, including assisting with public engagement and data analysis on parks and recreation projects including programming, strategy and engagement, and capital infrastructure and natural lands projects.
  • Other duties as assigned

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • State and Federal Grant Literacy. Proficient in identifying diverse funding opportunities
  • Planning and evaluating. Possess exceptional organizational skills; demonstrated time management skills, including an ability to prioritize tasks while maintaining attention to detail; analytical skills; basic financial management skills, including developing and monitoring budgets and financial reporting.
  • Written Communication. Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
  • Oral Communication. Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, considering the audience and nature of the information makes clear and convincing oral presentations;
  • Interpersonal Skills. Develops and maintains effective relationships with others; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
  • Supervisory and/or project and program management experience is preferred but not required
  • Ability to work independently with clear direction.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree preferred. Optimal candidate has a planning, urban studies, or related degree with experience in the grant writing/grant administration field.
  • Five or more years of experience in grant writing, administration, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience and knowledge of federal and state grant funding.
  • Experience working with non-profit partners, planners and design consultants on project development.

Desirable:

  • Experience and knowledge of transportation capital funding, and of the Bi-partisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) in particular.
  • Experience working with non-profit partners, architects, planners, design consultants and community engagement and programming staff on project development.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:

  • Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
  • Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
  • Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
  • Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Generous retirement savings options are available
  • Pay off your student loans faster – As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
  • Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships – The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

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WSP – Lead Transportation Planner

October 18, 2024 / / Comments Off on WSP – Lead Transportation Planner

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Transportation Planner for our Philadelphia, PA office.  WSP’s local planning group guides our local and regional clients through solving complex infrastructure challenges by providing a unique combination of planning and engineering principles, technology, and strategic consulting skills. Come join us and help shape the future!

The Lead Transportation Planner will demonstrate the ability to:

  • Understand the planning process and the scope and context of planning projects
  • Assume a variety of roles on planning projects, including project management/deputy project management; writing and reviewing major sections of plans, technical studies, or grant applications; developing and working with other team members to develop analysis, graphics, maps
  • Communicate effectively, consistently, and punctually across project teams and project timelines
  • Lead or support client, public, and stakeholder coordination and present information across a range of audiences
  • Support business development with existing or potential clients, support proposal writing, and build relationships across  internal and external networks
  • Think creatively about planning best practices across a range of topics and how to apply them effectively in a variety of planning contexts

The diversity of local projects this role will contribute to may include:

  • Complete streets and Vision Zero/safety projects
  • Bicycle and pedestrian planning
  • Transit and rail planning
  • Placemaking and transit-oriented development
  • Roadway corridor planning / alternatives analysis
  • Community-focused projects

This is a full-time hybrid position in the Philadelphia, PA office.  We are looking for a candidate who is a self-starter that can work both individually and collaboratively in a team setting.  Ideally this person will demonstrate a combination of the base and bonus qualifications.
Your Impact

  • Provide technical planning assistance and guidance based on a variety of interdisciplinary work products
  • Prepare plans, studies, reports including developing qualitative and quantitative analysis with a high degree of independence and attention to quality. Work products could include maps, visualizations, data analysis, report writing, policy recommendations, PowerPoint presentations, and/or grant applications
  • Prepare, coordinate, and facilitate public involvement and consensus-building meetings in support of client project work, including meetings, seminars, or workshops
  • Represent the planning group in internal and external meetings, understand and communicate the most critical elements of a project/pursuit/client need, and build relationships with internal and external clients
  • Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients.
  • Actively engage in business development and proposal writing.
  • Remain current in latest transportation planning subject matter, practices, regulations, and techniques.
  • Coordinate with clients, agency stakeholders, subcontractors, technical staff, and others in a confident and professional manner
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree (in planning or related field)
  • 7-10 years of experience working in the transportation planning field, or related industry
  • Ability to provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members
  • Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work and invoicing
  • Excellent verbal communications skills and ability to “read the room”
  • Excellent ability to read/listen and synthesize information and communicate a point of view
  • Excellent ability to think critically, creatively problem-solve, and approach an issue from a variety of perspectives
  • Strong research and technical writing skills
  • Strong ability to source, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data
  • Fundamental knowledge of transportation planning processes, historical trends, and emerging innovations
  • Collaborative team spirit with a supportive attitude
  • Ability to work on multiple assignments and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Experience with discipline-specific software (i.e., ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up).
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in planning or related field
  • Certified Planner with the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
  • Business development, scoping and cost estimating, and proposal writing experience at a consulting firm
  • Experience with managing direct reports (interns and/or entry level) and providing mentorship and career development guidance
  • Working knowledge and experience with planning processes at a local, state, and/or Federal level
  • A strong local network among transportation planning professionals at a variety of organizations
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Montgomery County – Planner I

October 17, 2024 / / Comments Off on Montgomery County – Planner I

POSITION TITLE: TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I

EXEMPT: YES

DEPARTMENT: PLANNING COMMISSION – TRANSPORTATION SECTION

POSITION REPORTING: SECTION MANAGER – TRANSPORTATION

SALARY RANGE: $53,966 – $71,960 (depending on experience) 

SUMMARY: This position requires the individual to be proficient in the terminology and application of the technical and political processes  concerned with the use of land, public welfare, and the design of the natural and built environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES shall include the following:

∙ Produce subdivision and land development reviews

∙ Work cooperatively with other staff, general public, and local officials

∙ Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and organize information

∙ Attend public meetings, day or evening

∙ Duties as assigned

SPECIALIZED SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES in addition to all of the above shall include some combination of the  following:

∙ Write regulatory and policy language for various transportation planning issues.

∙ Author and produce transportation plans, studies, reports, and other planning-related documents

∙ Assist MCPC staff and partner agencies on issues of alternative and multi-modal transportation

∙ Assist with management of MCPC-led funding and administrative programs.

∙ Have technical knowledge in land use, housing, transportation, open space, trails, environmental, demographics, landscape  design, zoning, planning law, and/or related subjects

∙ Research, collect, analyze, and communicate data and information to colleagues, boards, and the public  ∙ Grant writing

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential and specific  duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable  accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

∙ Master’s Degree in Planning or related degree

∙ Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to be  successful in the position

∙ Excellent written and verbal communications skills including public speaking

∙ Good analytical, organizational, logical thinking and problem-solving abilities

∙ Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

∙ Ability to use state of the art business and audio visual equipment

∙ Ability to multi-task

∙ Strong organizational skills and time management

∙ Knowledge of essential professional office computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet analysis,  presentations, design and ability to learn certain geographic information system (GIS) functions and other software for  planning work

∙ Have a valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully  perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the  essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. Walking is required in field conditions  with uneven terrain to perform site visits, acquire information, and perform inspections or to attend meetings. The employee is occasionally  required to use hands to handle or feel objects. The employee is also required to kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or  move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.

The employee must be able to drive to various locations during the day or night and attend meetings that may last several hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while  performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the  essential function. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TO APPLY ONLINE: Go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montcopa – fill out the application form under the job  posting. Please submit a cover letter with your application.

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