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Program Manager - Active Transportation

Genesee Transportation Council

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Job Summary: The Program Manager – Active Transportation is responsible for overseeing all Pedestrian, Bicycling, and Public Transportation Planning for the Genesee Transportation Council (GTC). GTC is the federally required Metropolitan Planning Organization for the nine-county Genesee-Finger Lakes Region, which includes the Rochester, New York metropolitan area and is comprised of Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates Counties. The Region is home to 1.2 million residents with nearly 30,000 establishments within its borders that provide 545,000 jobs. The surface transportation system includes approximately 27,000 federal-aid eligible lane miles, 1,600 bridges, public transit services in all nine counties, extensive deployment of Intelligent Transportation Systems, 340 miles of multi-use trails, and two Class I and several short line railroads.

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REPORTS TO:  Executive Director - GTC

 

SUPERVISES:  Periodically supervises student Interns for select projects

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WAGE: $35.00/hr - $38.00/hr (depending on experience)

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in the development of transportation plans and policies at the regional and community level to address place-making and pedestrian, bicycle, and public transportation access.

• Ensure that pedestrian, bicycle, and public transportation concerns are fully considered within the context of the Long-Range Transportation Plan.

• Represent GTC with community groups, partner agencies, and local project sponsors.

• Review and comment on project development activities to ensure positive outcomes for active transportation uses.

• Manage and conduct an active transportation data collection program that integrates the management of field equipment, desktop preparation and analysis, and dynamic GIS-based applications.

• Maintain the Coordinated Public Transit-Human Services Transportation Plan for the region. As a follow-on activity to Coordinated Plan maintenance and authorship, serve as a representative of the agency to regional mobility management entities and their associated mobility management enhancement initiatives.

• Participate in the evaluation and selection of projects under the Transportation Alternatives Program, the FTA Section 5310 program, and other funding opportunities relevant to Active Transportation.

• Ensure that programs and projects address all ages, abilities, incomes and equitably serve all people and neighborhoods throughout the region.

• Advance an active transportation program that meets the Region’s mobility, environmental, and public health goals and supports the economy. 

• Identify trends and best practices to develop new initiatives and projects that are integrated with and support other regional programs and policies.

• Provide subject matter expertise regarding pedestrian, bicycle, and public transportation.

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ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and evaluate analytical and quantitative tools to monitor, track and assess program performance in collaboration with other performance-based planning activities of GTC.

• Procure consultant services to conduct plans and studies funded through the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), including those on behalf of local communities, utilizing established procurement and contracting procedures.

• Oversee consultant activities on plans and studies funded through the UPWP, including those conducted on behalf of local communities.

• Develop partnerships with community-based organizations, the private sector, and other stakeholders to identify, fund, and implement active transportation initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, or Public Administration or related field, plus a minimum of 5 years professional experience

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• Master’s Degree in Planning, Geography, or Public Administration or related field plus a minimum of 3 years professional experience.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Worked within, or in consultation with, a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)

• Comprehensive knowledge of transportation policies, practices, and associated federal metropolitan and statewide planning regulations.

• Ability to present to large and small groups

• Ability to exercise good judgment

• Proficient in the use of the MS Office suite

• Functional competency with ArcGIS

• Ability to work within a small team environment

• Ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base.

• Communication skills that are effective and persuasive with a wide range of audiences.

• Ability to analyze data, define problems, identify potential solutions, develop implementation strategies, and evaluate outcomes.

• Demonstrated ability to independently set workload priorities and work with demanding and competing deadlines.

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• 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 sit while using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, see, and use a computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

• While performing the field work duties of this job, the employee is required to ride a bicycle, ride a bus, traverse various surfaces, and work in outdoor environments for multiple hours.

•  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

•  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

•  Must have access to reliable transportation. Will be required to travel commercially.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

RGRTA is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. RGRTA will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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Apply online at: https://myrts.acquiretm.com/job_details_clean.aspx?ID=1940&iframe=0

 

 

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Capital Region Transportation Council

Transportation Planner

 

Location: Albany, NY
Position: Full-time (Onsite)
Salary: $60,000 - $70,000
Benefits: Paid Time Off; Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, New York State and Local Retirement System
Application Deadline: June 14, 2024

Description
The Capital Region Transportation Council (Transportation Council) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Capital Region based in Albany, New York. The Transportation Council works with State, regional, and local government partners to plan for and implement a safe, resilient, and modern transportation system. We are seeking Transportation Planners to support the development and implementation of the region’s Metropolitan Transportation Plan, support community planning studies, work with geospatial data and use GIS, and to implement Clean Cities programs. Clean Cities is a US Department of Energy program with a network of coalitions that provide educational and networking opportunities on alternative fuels, advanced vehicle technologies and alternative fuel vehicles. The Transportation Council hosts the Capital District Clean Communities Coalition. Transportation planners will be supervised by the Executive Director and senior staff and are expected to work in a team environment, capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently. Ideal candidates are excellent communicators, self-starters, motivators, and leaders.

Minimum Qualifications

 

• Master’s degree in transportation planning, urban and regional planning, GIS, geospatial sciences, geography, environmental planning, or a related field; OR

• Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning, urban and regional planning, GIS, geospatial sciences, geography, environmental planning, or a related field with two (2) years of workplace experience; OR

• An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined above.

Relevant Skills

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• Understanding of transportation planning principles and best practices.

• Understanding of sustainable transportation principles and practices. A foundational understanding of technical issues related to alternative fuels and alternative fuel technologies (e.g., idle reduction, energy efficiency, etc.) is a plus.

• Understanding of the connection between land use, transportation, and community design.

• Strong technical, written and presentation skills. A writing sample is required.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and experience with Adobe Creative Suite products.

• Experience with ESRI software products including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. Familiarity with ArcGIS StoryMaps, ArcGIS Network Analyst, and ArcGIS Spatial Analyst is a plus.

• Experience with public participation and the use of social media.

• Experience with data collection in the field.

• Experience with map design in ArcPro. A map sample may be requested.

• Experience analyzing spatial information and communicating that information.

Responsibilities

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• Supporting the implementation of the Clean Cities work plan including promotion of alternative fuel vehicle technologies, fuel-efficiency practices, organizing training and workshops, and assessing the infiltration of alternative fuel vehicles in the regional fleet.

• Supporting the development of major Transportation Council planning products including the Metropolitan Transportation Plan.

• Assisting with public participation activities.

• Drafting technical memos and assisting with the preparation of planning documents including text, tables, and graphs.

• Supporting senior staff in managing consultant led planning activities including developing project scopes of work, reviewing consultant proposals, and reviewing draft products.

• Collecting, researching, managing, and analyzing transportation planning and infrastructure data, including demographic data (ACS, CTPP, & 2020 Census), crash data for safety planning, and data related to performance measures.

• Building, enriching, and maintaining databases and geodatabases.

• Creating maps and reports to support regional and local planning studies.

• Developing web maps and data dashboards

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The Transportation Council is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample by June 14, 2024, to:

Sandra Misiewicz, AICP
Executive Director
Capital Regional Transportation Council
1 Park Place, Suite 101, Albany, New York 12205
or email info@capitalmpo.org

If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us and we will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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Syracuse Metropolitan Transportation Council

Planning Positions: Entry and/or Mid Level

January 2024

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The Syracuse Metropolitan Transportation Council (SMTC) is seeking qualified applicants for one to two positions. The SMTC is the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for Onondaga County and small portions of Madison and Oswego Counties.

Desirable Skills and Abilities
These positions require an experienced (mid-level position) and motivated transportation and/or planning professional with an ability to interpret data and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

The major work areas for the position(s) include participating in transportation planning studies, meeting the needs of the SMTC’s member agencies, and fulfilling requirements of the MPO process. The position(s) require knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of transportation and land use planning and the municipal planning process. Documented knowledge of current planning trends and strong writing skills are expected. Experience with and understanding of MPO operations and processes is a plus.

The ideal candidate(s) will have some combination of the skills below; all skills not expected.

 

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of transportation and land use planning and the municipal planning process. Documented knowledge of current planning trends and strong writing skills.

• Traffic and Data Analysis: Familiarity with traffic analysis concepts and data will be beneficial. Working knowledge of software relevant to transportation planning and how it is applied to projects is also a benefit (i.e. Geographic Information Systems (GIS), HCS, Synchro, or TransCAD). Proficiency with MS Excel is expected; experience with MS Access is desirable.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially the ability to convey technical information and data in a way that is easily understood by a non-technical audience. Candidates for mid-level position should have demonstrated public speaking skills. Experience with public engagement such as presentations, focus groups, small-group forums, open houses, etc., (both in-person and using virtual public involvement tools) is a plus.

• Visualization: Preferred candidates should possess a basic level of user proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud.

  • Candidates with a demonstrated ability to create more advanced graphics, illustrations, and photo simulations, especially for transportation-related projects, in Illustrator and/or Photoshop, and ability to complete reports in InDesign are highly desirable.

• Project management: For mid-level position, candidates should have some experience/familiarity with managing planning projects from scoping through final report completion, including a public engagement process.

Salary range
The position(s) are expected to be filled at either the entry or mid-level, depending on qualifications and applicant pool. The current salary ranges are:

 

• Entry Transportation Planner: $47,859 - $58,160

• Mid-level Transportation Planner: $59,425 - $69,175

Starting salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications.

The SMTC provides a competitive benefit package including Medical and Dental Insurance, participation in the NYS Retirement System, and an optional Deferred Compensation Plan.

Minimum Qualifications

At minimum, the ideal candidate shall have a four-year degree in Planning (Urban and Regional or Transportation), Geography, Landscape Architecture, Civil/Traffic Engineering, or a closely related field.
And:

 

• Entry level position: preference to relevant internship or similar relevant experience.

• Mid-level Transportation Planner should have 3 years of directly related relevant experience OR (b) a master’s degree in any of the above fields plus at least 1 year of directly related relevant experience (quality internships qualify as experience).

How to Apply
Interested candidates should forward a letter of interest, resume, salary requirements and three (3) professional references to: Director, SMTC, 100 Clinton Square, 126 N. Salina Street, Suite 100, Syracuse, New York 13202, or e-mail to jdagostino@smtcmpo.org.

Notes
All applicants should be eligible to work in the U.S. without VISA sponsorship. Applicants invited to interview will be asked to provide a writing sample and will be encouraged to provide a sample of previous graphics/report layout work if applicable.
 

Should an employment offer be made, position(s) require physically working in the SMTC office.
 

The position(s) is open until filled.
 

For a description of the SMTC please visit our website at www.smtcmpo.org.

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IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITY

GIS Technician

Grade 12

Orange County Government Department of Planning

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The Orange County Department of Planning is now accepting applications to fill the position of GIS Technician. This position is allocated in the Competitive Class. The nature of the appointment is provisional pending outcome of the Civil Service Examination Process. Civil Service Examination will be announced at a later date.

This work involves responsibility for performance of technical work related to geographical information systems including collecting and reviewing source data, updating and maintaining central GIS database, and assisting in the completion of various GIS mapping in support of County and municipal needs and services. The work involves the use of multiple GIS software programs in performing tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level official in accordance with established policies and procedures with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

1. Possession of a Bachelor's Degree, or higher, in Urban, Regional or Municipal Planning, Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Cartography or related field; OR

2. Completion of sixty (60) and two (2) years experience developing and maintaining geographical information systems.

Note: Your degree or credits must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree or credits were awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.
 

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION IS A REQUIREMENT FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

STARTING SALARY:      New Employees - $28.8449; $52,497.72 annually
                                         County Employees - As per CSEA contract for Grade 12
 

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
Orange County Planning Department
124 Main Street
Goshen, NY 10924
ATTN: Ellen Russell
EMAIL: erussell@orangecountygov.com

Open announcement until position is filled

Employment applications can be downloaded from Orange County’s website. Please visit www.orangecountygov.com and follow the link to the Department of Human Resources page.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
www.orangecountygov.com​

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Planner

Orange County Government

Department of Planning

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Applications are now being accepted by the Department of Planning to fill a Planner vacancy. The Department of Planning is the host agency for the Orange County Transportation Council (OCTC), which is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for Orange County. The Planner in this position will primarily be assigned to the OCTC work program. The nature of the appointment is temporary substitute. Once the permanent holder attains status in another position, this position will become provisional pending outcome of Civil Service exam. Civil Service Exam is required for permanent appointment (exam date to be announced at a later date).

The work involves responsibility for assisting in the administration of OCTC programs and contributing to the preparation of studies, surveys and special planning projects as administered through the Orange County Department of Planning and OCTC. The Planner in this position will have the opportunity to contribute to the Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) development. The work is carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures and involves the performance of a variety of planning activities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Commissioner of Planning with latitude for independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. As incumbents gain planning work experience, supervision may be exercised over assigned staff. Does related work as required.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

1. Possession of a Master’s degree in Community, Regional, Urban or City Planning; OR

2. Possession of a Master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Government, Historic Preservation, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or related field and six (6) months of experience in municipal, county or regional planning; OR

3. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Community, Regional, Urban or City Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Government, Historic Preservation, Landscape Architecture, Public Administration or related field and two (2) years of experience in municipal, county or regional planning; OR

4. One (1) year of experience as a Planner Trainee in the Orange County Department of Planning.

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EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS PREFERED: Demonstrated understanding of multimodal transportation planning; Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills; Strong attention to detail; Proficient in ArcGIS, Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, and Microsoft Office; Demonstrated time management & organizational skills; Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines; Adapts well to changes; Demonstrated success working with teams and coalitions, and working with diverse stakeholders. Preference to AICP certification.

Note: Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION IS A REQUIREMENT FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

2023 STARTING SALARY: $33.3176 per hour; $60,638.03 annually

SUBMIT RESUME AND APPLICATION TO:
Orange County Planning Department
124 Main Street
Goshen, NY 10924
ATTN: Ellen Russell
EMAIL: erussell@orangecountygov.com

Open announcement until position is filled.

Employment applications can be downloaded from Orange County’s website. Please visit www.orangecountygov.com and follow the link to the Department of Human Resources page.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
www.orangecountygov.com

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Principal Planner

Orange County Government

Department of Planning

 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Principal Planner. The nature of this appointment is provisional pending outcome of a Civil Service Examination.

This supervisory position is responsible for specialized professional and technical work related to municipal, community, county, and regional transportation planning, especially as it relates to the federally mandated allocation of federal transportation and capital funds under the auspices of the Orange County Transportation Council, which is the Metropolitan Planning Organization for Orange County (MPO). Work is performed under the supervision of the Commissioner of Planning with latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out transportation planning activities. Supervision is exercised over subordinate professional, technical and clerical personnel. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

1. Possession of a Master's Degree in Transportation Planning, Planning or closely related field and four (4) years of experience where the primary function of the position was Regional, County, Municipal or Transportation planning activities, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity in the field of transportation planning; OR​

2. Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in Transportation Planning, Planning or closely related field and six (6) years of experience as outlined in (A) above, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity in the field of transportation planning.

 

2023 Starting Salary: County Employees – According to CSEA contract for Grade 18
New Employees – Grade 18, Step 02 - $45.8473/hr.; $83,442.09 annually.

Competitive benefits package includes comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, long term disability insurance, and NYS Retirement.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION IS A REQUIREMENT FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

SUBMIT RESUME AND APPLICATION TO:
Commissioner of Planning
Orange County Department of Planning
124 Main Street Goshen, NY 10924

Or via email to:
erussell@orangecountygov.com

Open announcement until position is filled

Employment applications can be downloaded from Orange County’s website. Please visit www.orangecountygov.com and follow the link to the Department of Human Resources page.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
www.orangecountygov.com

 

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