JOB DESCRIPTION

MAJOR DUTIES

• Assists with coordination of projects and plans between local governments and state/federal agencies regarding transportation planning.
• Assists project management of local, state, and federal transportation projects, including drafting of contracts, selection of contractors, and documentation of schedules and progress of projects, overseeing Right-of-way acquisition.
• Assists in the development of technical planning reports and studies for the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) including infrastructure planning, land use corridor planning, and demographic analysis.
• Assists with the development and submittal of grant reimbursement requests that meet federal reporting requirements for grant management; assists in preparation of the division budget.
• Assists with development and implementation of the Transportation Improvement Program and the Unified Planning Work Program.
• Maintains socioeconomic estimates and projections for Traffic Analysis Zones through various sources.
• Performs transportation demand modeling.
• Reviews land development activities and determines their impact on the transportation network.
• Assists and makes presentations to various public and governmental departments and organizations.
• Prepares minutes from special meetings; provides mail-outs for meetings, and performs additional support services for MPO Committees, when necessary.
• Provides information to the public as required.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of the terminology and methodology used within the transportation planning profession, and knowledge of the principles and practices of comprehensive planning.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems.
• Ability to compile, organize, prepare, and maintain an assortment of records, reports, and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, other employees, government officials, and the public as they relate to the activities of the MPO.
• Ability to assemble information, research and analyze related topics, draw conclusions, and create written reports and documents that communicate in a concise, clear, and effective manner.
• Ability to use independent judgment in routine situations.
• Ability to understand computer applications and technical processes as necessary for the completion of daily assignments.
• Ability to plan, organize, and/or prioritize daily or long-range assignments and work activities. Ability to prepare and deliver public presentations and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the general public.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A minimum four-year degree in Planning, Traffic Engineering or related field is preferred, or two years of transportation planning experience, preferably with an MPO; any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.