Transportation Modeler/Engineer – DVRPC

Transportation Modeler/Engineer

Transportation Engineer II
Job Recruitment #18-07

SALARY RANGE: High $50,000s to Mid $60,000s (position level & salary commensurate with education & experience)
LOCATION: Office of Travel Trends and Forecasts
CLOSING DATE: When position is filled
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: All sources

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is the Philadelphia region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization. We believe DVRPC is a place to work, learn, and create a career in a professional and stimulating environment that values diversity, innovation, and bringing your best self to work. If your background and experience match the following vacancy, we would like to hear from you.


Job Description

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) seeks a qualified candidate to join the Office of Travel Trends and Forecasts (OTTF). The OTTF develops and maintains DVRPC’s regional travel simulation models, including a best-in-class trip-based model and a newly developed activity-based model, and applies the models to support a wide range of studies, from traditional highway and transit alternatives analysis to emerging economic impact and resilience analysis. The Office is also actively engaged in integrating open-source and big data for model development and analysis.

The employee will assist the development, maintenance, and enhancement of DVRPC’s regional travel models, and support model applications for various projects undertaken by the agency. Assignments may include programming to support model development and data analysis, conducting and analyzing travel surveys; preparing travel model inputs such as land use, transportation network characteristics, and demographic and employment data; estimating future transportation system demand for long range plans and the design of individual highway and transit facilities; and calculating operational statistics such as travel time, delay, and level-of-service.

The employee will be enthusiastic about all manner of transportation analysis, adaptable enough to support a wide range of project types, and able to both conduct complex technical analysis and clearly tell the story of their findings in writing, graphics, and maps. This position involves working with public and private sector agencies, decision-makers, and the general public. Work is performed in accordance with well-defined objectives and professional standards under the close technical direction of senior engineers and planners. Qualified candidates should possess solid analytical skills, be detailed-oriented and self-motivated, and have the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development, calibration, validation, and documentation of transportation and land use forecasting models.
  • Write computer programs and scripts needed for travel simulations and data analysis.
  • Assist with design and conduct various types of travel surveys and data collection for model updates and individual highway and transit studies.
  • Support model applications, analyze and summarize model outputs, and present findings and recommendations to technical committees and the public.
  • Collect transportation systems data, including speeds; auto, truck, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic volumes and travel times; and transit ridership. This may include field work.
  • Prepare traffic flow and travel desire diagrams and maps; including traffic volume counts, estimates, and forecasts.
  • Calculate travel time, delay, level-of-service, volume/capacity ratio, and other operational measures of effectiveness for highway, transit, and non-motorized modes.
  • Provide other technical assistance, as required.

Qualifications

  • Solid analytical, quantitative, and problem solving skills.
  • Hands-on experience with Python, C#, or other programming languages.
  • Knowledge of the principles of traffic engineering, econometrics, statistics, or computer science that is applicable to transportation system modeling and analysis.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Access, SQL, or other database programs is desired.
  • Knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS) is desired.
  • Knowledge of major travel demand modeling software, such as VISUM, CUBE, TransCAD, DaySim and/or EMME. Knowledge of microscopic or mesoscopic simulation software, such as VISSIM, is a bonus.
  • Ability to effectively present results of research and technical analyses in oral, written and graphic form.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, planning officials, and the general public.

Experience and Training

To classify as a Level TE II/Transportation Engineer, a minimum of three years professional experience in civil engineering, transportation planning, or a related discipline; and a Bachelors’ degree from an accredited college or university. Such experience may have been gained from a combination of experience and training. A Master’s degree or a full year of intern or co-operative education experience can be substituted for one year of experience.

To Apply

Please forward cover letter and resume to: resumes@dvrpc.org.

Project Implementation Engineer – DVRPC

DVRPC is hiring a Project Implementation Engineer! For the full job listing, visit their website.

OPENING DATE: August 2018
SALARY RANGE: (High $50,000s to Mid $60,000s (position level & salary commensurate with education & experience)
LOCATION: Transportation Programs
CLOSING DATE: When position is filled
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: All sources

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is the Philadelphia region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization. We believe DVRPC is a place to work, learn, and create a career in a professional and stimulating environment that values diversity, innovation, and bringing your best self to work. If your background and experience match the following vacancy, we would like to hear from you.


Job Description

This is a technical / professional position providing direct assistance to local government and non-profit agencies in implementing various non-traditional, federally funded transportation projects in the Delaware Valley region.

The incumbent will coordinate and facilitate the implementation process (beginning at project concept through construction) of numerous projects that are sponsored by a local government, other public agency, or by a private non-profit organization, in addition to program management work. The types of projects include: bicycle facility construction (both on and off roadway); reconstruction/restoration of historic transportation buildings; provision of pedestrian facilities and streetscape improvements; and other such projects eligible under federal funding programs. The federal funding sources are generally Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA Set-aside), Congestion Mitigation/Air Quality (CMAQ) and Surface Transportation Program (STP/STU).

PennDOT has asked DVRPC to coordinate and facilitate the implementation of these non-traditional projects. DVRPC also provides project management support for the four Counties in New Jersey. In either case, the project sponsor is responsible for hiring and managing professional engineers/architects to develop the plans, specifications, and estimates for the project and for submitting these through PennDOT/NJDOT for approval. The incumbent will coordinate and facilitate this work with the project sponsor in the same manner as PennDOT’s/NJDOT’s managers for the pre-construction phases of the project. PennDOT/NJDOT will let the construction contracts and the sponsor will provide for construction inspection. The work of the incumbent will be performed in accordance with overall DVRPC policies, federal and state requirements, and professional standards. Work will be reviewed by the Manager, Office of Project Implementation through regular project status conferences.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinates meetings and field views with project sponsor, PennDOT/NJDOT and affected municipalities and counties.
  • Assists the project sponsor in the process of getting a consultant under contract, including providing guidance on the preparation of the request for qualifications (RFQ), how to advertise and solicit responses, and the requirements of the state/federal consultant selection process.
  • Assists the project sponsor in the reviews of consultants’ responses to the RFP, including the scope and cost proposals, project schedule, and list of deliverables.
  • Oversees the project’s environmental review process and the development of environmental documents.
  • Pursues, with the project sponsor and the consultant, the timely delivery of final plans, specifications and estimates to PennDOT/NJDOT.
  • Writes letters, meeting minutes and gives status reports to technical committees.
  • Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

  • Considerable knowledge of basic engineering principles.
  • Considerable knowledge of how transportation projects are implemented preferred.
  • Considerable experience related to project development and management preferred.
  • Considerable knowledge of the applicable state and federal standards preferred.
  • Knowledge of MS Office Suite.
  • Strong oral, writing, organization, and presentation skills to ensure efficient project delivery.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agency officials, consultants, the general public, and other DVRPC staff.
  • Ability to travel and attend meetings at various locations throughout the DVRPC region approximately 25% of the time.

Experience and Training

To classify as a level TE II, a minimum of three years of professional experience in Civil or Transportation Engineering or Project Management including demonstrated skills in design, construction management/inspection, or a related field, and a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Civil Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

To Apply

Please forward cover letter and resume to: resumes@dvrpc.org.

GSI Planning – Policy & Planning Intern

The Philadelphia Water Department is hiring a Policy & Planning Intern!

Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student during the entire year of 2018. Candidates with experience related to stormwater management design, green infrastructure, and water resources will be given priority. Must have solid computer and software skills, strong organizational and communication skills, high level of motivation, and be able to work effectively independently and collaboratively. Applicants of all levels of experience will be considered. Candidates should have an interest in stormwater management design, green infrastructure, and water resources. Both field work and office work may be required. Valid US driver’s license preferred though a personal vehicle is not required.

To apply:

Please email a cover letter, resume, GIS or design work samples to both:

GSI Planning – Policy & Planning Intern

The Planning group is seeking a highly qualified graduate student intern in any the following academic departments:

Planning, Policy, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Studies.

Job Description:

Interns will work closely with the GSI Planning group, specifically with Program Development and Policy & Partnerships staff, within the GSI Unit. GSI Planning staff work collaboratively with other city agencies, private partners, and stakeholders to develop and update programs, policies, and processes aimed at supporting and incentivizing planning of GSI projects to meet and exceed the stormwater management goals of the Green City, Clean Waters program. The group also works closely with the GSI Design, GSI Program Support, Compliance Assurance, GSI Monitoring, and
Construction groups.

Proficiencies:

  • Knowledge of environmental planning, government administration and urban public policy issues
  • Strong professional writing, communication, and research skills, specifically using peer-reviewed journals
  • Strong data analysis skills, utilizing ArcGIS and Excel
  • Database management skills
  • Interest, knowledge and/or experience in stormwater management, watershed planning, etc. a plus
  • Interest and knowledge in stormwater management, green infrastructure, and watershed planning, including the
    ability to generally understand stormwater concept plans
  • Skills in Microsoft Office and ArcGIS requiredSkills in Adobe Creative Suite preferred

Example Tasks:

  • Draft factsheets, memos and presentations for agency partners and internal staff
  • Review planning documents, city codes, ordinances and other relevant sources to summarize and make recommendations for use by staff
  • Perform policy, legal, database and peer review research and analysis to inform staff decision-making
  • Manage databases to populate and track capital projects
     Assist in characterization of land use types, corresponding to GSI programs, using primarily a GIS analysis methodology
  • Assist in program research and development for various GSI programs
  • Write content, create graphics, and design page layouts for external or internal audiences in coordination with internal staff
  • At times attend meetings with other agencies to document meeting decisions and learn about city planning initiatives

Please provide a cover letter, resume, a 1-3 page writing sample (preferably showcasing a relevant topic in professional memo format), and design work, as applicable.

For Consideration:

 

Please email a cover letter, resume, GIS or design work samples to both:

GSI Planning – Site Analyst Intern

The Philadelphia Water Department is hiring a Site Analyst Intern!

Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student during the entire year of 2018. Candidates with experience related to stormwater management design, green infrastructure, and water resources will be given priority. Must have solid computer and software skills, strong organizational and communication skills, high level of motivation, and be able to work effectively independently and collaboratively. Applicants of all levels of experience will be considered. Candidates should have an interest in stormwater management design, green infrastructure, and water resources. Both field work and office work may be required. Valid US driver’s license preferred though a personal vehicle is not required.

To apply:

Please email a cover letter, resume, GIS or design work samples to both:

GSI Planning – Site Analyst Intern

The Planning group is seeking a highly qualified graduate student intern in any the following academic departments:
Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Planning, Landscape Architecture

Job Description:

Interns will work closely with the GSI Planning group, specifically with Site Analysis and District Planning staff, within the GSI Unit. The candidate selected will assist city planners, engineers, landscape designers by performing preliminary site suitability analyses for the placement of GSI.

Desktop work includes GIS data creation, editing and attribution in GIS,
project siting, and research report preparation.

Proficiencies:

  • Detail oriented with strong visual, written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of stormwater management planning and/or environmental planning
  • Data analysis skills, utilizing ArcGIS and SQL database platforms
  • Spatial data editing experience
  • Familiarity with hydrology, drainage catchments, grading, reading site plans & utility plans
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Skills in Adobe Creative Suite preferred

Example Tasks:

  • Identification and prioritization of project locations
  • Site analysis and conceptual design work for stormwater management systems such as rain gardens, stormwater tree trenches, and stormwater planters
  • Draft factsheets, memos and presentations for agency partners and internal staff
  • Data editing, processing, and analysis

For Consideration:

Please email a cover letter, resume, GIS or design work samples to both:

Assistant Township Manager – Whitemarsh Township

Whitemarsh Township, Montgomery County, PA is seeking a dynamic and innovative full-time Assistant Township Manager.

Whitemarsh Township is a Second Class, Home Rule, Township of 17,300 residents, covering 14.53 square miles, located in southeastern Montgomery County.  Adjacent to the City of Philadelphia and also bordering the Schuylkill River, Whitemarsh Township is one of Philadelphia’s inner-ring suburbs and contains more farmland and estates than any of its surrounding municipalities.

The Assistant Township Manager assists the Township Manager to develop and implement strategic initiatives and provides leadership and management over multiple Township departments.  They must have experience in various communication platforms, budget and finance as well as human resources. The Assistant Township Manager also serves as manager on various municipal projects as required and provides staff support to various boards and commissions.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (masters preferred) from an accredited institution in public administration, public policy, or business, and a minimum of 3-5 years’ progressively responsible experience in local government administration. The successful candidate will have exceptional communication skills and a proven track record of collaboration with public officials, local leaders, and regional partners.  Supervisory experience preferred.

Applicants should submit resume and cover letter to the attention of the Township Manager at rmellor@whitemarshtwp.org (616 Germantown Pike – Lafayette Hill, PA 19444).  Deadline to apply is 4 PM, Friday, September 14, 2018.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please refer to the Township’s website for the complete job description. http://www.whitemarshtwp.org/Jobs.aspx

Administrator of Tax Credit & Assistance Programs

The City of Philadelphia is hiring a Administrator of Tax Credit & Assistance Programs!

Click here for the full job announcement and to apply.

The ideal candidate is:

  • A relationship builder: Connects vulnerable residents to the tax assistance programs that deliver meaningful help. Provides direct outreach in neighborhoods, and establishes fruitful relationships with partner organizations, City Council Offices, and contractors. Promotes tax credits among new and growing businesses, and creates trust between them and the Department.
  • An excellent communicator: Enthusiastically raises awareness of existing tax credit and assistance programs among eligible Philadelphians. Communicates with the Revenue Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners, and participates in weekly program meetings with the Department’s Policy Unit. Develops and delivers easy-to-understand trainings for staff, tax professionals, community partners, and others. Fulfills reporting obligations.
  • A reliable leader: Oversees and is accountable for the accurate and timely processing of all applications. Launches new programs; refines and expands existing ones. Supervises direct report staff and contractors to ensure completion of multiple projects and goals. Is the go-to expert for all matters related City-run assistance programs and business tax credits.
  • An analytical thinker:  Uses data from internal and external sources to identify trends, challenges and opportunities. Designs initiatives based on behavioral science, trauma-informed care, and human-centered design to improve outcomes. Provides insights and proposes innovative policies and programs to the Revenue Commissioner.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree with experience in Public Policy, Government Administration, City Planning, or related field; or Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of direct experience.
  • A working knowledge of City of Philadelphia assistance and tax credit programs.
  • Experience managing staff or contractors.
  • Strong analytical abilities and experience using data to drive policy and process decisions.
  • Fluency in one or more of the following languages is strongly preferred: Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), Vietnamese, Korean and Arabic.

Planner II – Chester County

The Chester County Planning Commission, is seeking a professional planner to assist in advancing transportation projects for the County. The position provides professional consulting services to local municipalities, manages the multi-modal transportation improvements inventory and County representation in regional planning forums.

Click here for the full job announcement and to apply.

Responsibilities:
The successful candidate must demonstrate a competency level in project planning and implementation. Demonstrated knowledge shall include an understanding of the Transportation improvement Program (TIP), County/State/Federal grants, and a working knowledge of regional planning partners, including the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, PennDOT, SEPTA, and TMAs.

Requirements:
The candidate must possess excellent verbal, writing, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and ESRI ArcGIS products. Graphic ability using Adobe Suite and/or Sketchup is a plus. Candidates should demonstrate experience in preparing concept improvement plans, summarizing quantitative data, delivering presentations, and authoring technical reports.

Minimum Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture or a related field, or a Bachelor’s Degree with two years of relevant job experience.

Position Type Full-Time/Exempt

Salary Information Salary range available beginning at $46,857.72 annually based on education and experience.

Shift 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Weekly Hours 35

Deadline Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Manager of Planning and Community Engagement

Portfolio Associates, Inc. is hiring a Manager of Planning and Community Engagement! Click here for the full job announcement on Planetizen.To apply, email HR@portfolioassociates.net

Description

Reporting to the Company President, the Manager of Planning and Community Engagement will develop and implement community engagement plans for clients. The Manager will focus on direct engagement with area community-based organizations, neighbors, volunteers and other interest groups.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Master’s degree (or 8+ years experience) in urban planning, public policy, communications, or some other social science discipline. Prior project management experience a plus, and candidates with a strong understanding of zoning and land use regulations are particularly encouraged to apply. A match with the firm’s entrepreneurial, independent, hands-on, can-do spirit is greatly desired.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Manage multiple simultaneous projects of varying scope, content, budget and sponsoring agency.
  • Design project approaches, timelines, costs and deliverables. Controlling budget expenditures and work flow.
  • Maintain positive and productive relationships with executive level clients, both during project implementation and through engagement in professional events and networking opportunities.
  • Design participatory planning methodologies.  This will include traditional tools such as neighborhood meetings to more modern and innovative practices in civic engagement.
  • Attend public meetings and present information.
  • Prepare or assist in the production of GIS maps and GIS related projects.
  • Attend meetings with project teams, municipal officials and other agencies.
  • Develop presentations and communications materials for diverse audiences, community organizations, community leaders and elected officials on projects that will impact them.
  • Research and prepare written documents including policy papers and outreach materials.
  • Manage small staff on projects, delegate tasks and direct development of work deliverables.
  • Create and manage databases.
  • Develop new business opportunities through writing proposals, networking and developing enterprising new service offerings.

Firm Profile

Small Firm with Big Reputation and Success on Large Projects

Portfolio Associates, Inc., a professional services consulting firm in Center City Philadelphia, is seeking to hire a Manger of Planning and Community Engagement. Established in 1969, Portfolio Associates provides community engagement and communications support services to public, private and non-profit sector clients involved in urban and/or social policy & development in the Philadelphia region and beyond.  Clients include the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and small, non-profit community based organizations, among others.

​Education Director

The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Phildelphia is hiring an Education Director!

The Education Director is responsible for supervising the development and execution of all education programs, and managing the writing, reporting and delivery of grant and/or contract projects. They are charged with overseeing BCGP’s education programs and supervising staff (including adult education classes, Better Bike Share Partnership, Bicycle Coalition Youth Cycling, Bike Nice, Women Bike PHL), share resources, and expand awareness of the work happening around the region. They are also charged with fundraising for these programs, including from but not limited to foundations, major donors and agency contracts. The Education Director will report to the Executive Director and serve as a member of the management team. The ideal candidate is a well-organized, detail-oriented, and a resourceful individual with strong communication skills who enjoys a workplace that is fast-paced and varied. The Education Director must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to help the organization to achieve its goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership

  • Collaborate with colleagues to solve problems with programming, budgeting, and scheduling.
  • Explore expansion options for BCGP’s education and organizing work and propose new initiatives, projects, and funding sources.
  • Develop, plan, promote, implement, and evaluate a wide-range of education, and organizing-related events and programs.
  • Measure and track program impact, performance, relevancy, and effectiveness of assigned programs for reports to foundations and Strategic Plan tracking.
  • Ensure that various parts of the department are working together and integrating the different components of our programs’ work.
  • Keep up-to-date on local, regional and national policies and trends regarding bicycle education.

Contract Work and Funding Opportunities

  • Respond to and meet with lead organizations regarding new contracts and work deliverables for existing contracts.
  • Organize, recruit and manage BCGP staff and interns to assist with work deliverables.
  • Research, write, and report on programmatic grants. Compile monthly reports, while managing contract metrics and goals.
  • Support program data collection and analysis.

Organizational Teamwork

  • Oversee development and execution of BCYC, BBSP, Bike Nice, Women Bike PHL and all education programming.
  • Respond quickly to emails, attend regular staff meetings, and keep regular records.
  • Attend board meetings, staff retreats, and conferences as requested.
  • Respond to requests from your supervisor for special projects, as needed.
  • Participate in fundraising efforts for the organization, to sustain this position, and to grow the education department.
  • Work as a team player to fulfill the mission and goals of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • 3-5 years of experience in education, non-profit management, or a combination; experience in grant writing, data analysis, supporting events and managing multiple priorities. Ability to ride a bike and teach others.
  • Masters Degree in Education, Planning or Organizational Management preferred.
  • Basic understanding of BCGP’s mission, vision, values, programs and services. Ability to articulate, promote and model the organizational mission, vision and programmatic goals, and strategic plan.
  • Ability to tailor messaging and communicate effectively with staff, community members, other non-profits, media outlets, employers, government, donors, foundations, etc.
  • Possesses strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by compassionate, courteous, cordial, cooperative, and professional interaction with diverse community partners and members of the public.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and effectively communicate with individuals and groups.
  • Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and multiple tasks.
  • Ability to use a variety of common software programs including Salesforce, Microsoft Office, G Suites, and social media platforms.
  • Experience in personnel and project non-profit management and meeting facilitation.
  • Problem solving skills, creativity, flexibility and self-motivation.
  • Ability to recruit, motivate and structure work for volunteers.
  • Valid Driver’s License and ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs.
  • Experience riding a bicycle for transportation.
  • Fluency in second language preferred.
  • Willingness to work after hours and weekends when necessary and ability to work independently.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested Candidates should send a resume, cover letter and three references to search@bicyclecoalition.org. Please include in subject line “BCGP Education Director” by no later than Wednesday, August 29th at 5 PM.

*A background check will be required for persons working in the Coalition’s offices.

**Please no phone calls.

The Bicycle Coalition is committed to building a staff that matches the diversity of the communities we serve, and strongly encourages people of color to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Geographer – Census Bureau

The Census Bureau is hiring a Geographer! Click here to review the full job announcement and to apply.