Transportation Planning Specialist Trainee

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; East Hampshire; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative government agency is seeking a motivated Transportation Planning Specialist Trainee to join their dynamic team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in transportation planning, providing essential technical support and engaging in traffic data analysis. The role involves extensive travel, allowing you to explore various field operations while honing your project management skills. Ideal for recent graduates or those looking to pivot into a rewarding career in public service, this position promises growth and professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience required.
• Strong analytical skills needed for traffic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance in transportation planning.
• Deliver analytical support through traffic data analysis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Support

Traffic Data Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Statistics

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Geography

Tools

Transportation-specific applications

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you eager to embark on a challenging and rewarding career in transportation planning? The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a motivated and analytical individual for the role of Transportation Planning Specialist Trainee. In this position, you will provide technical assistance to the Bureau of Planning and Research in the Transportation Planning Division, Field Operations Unit. This training program offers valuable experience and prepares you for a rewarding career. Join our team of dedicated professionals!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Transportation Planning Specialist Trainee, you will deliver analytical and technical support through traffic data analysis used by various sources, including the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS). You will report to the supervisor in the field operations unit and assist in all related activities. During training, you will learn to utilize transportation-specific applications, assist with project management, analyze field conditions to validate data, create project site activity reports, and draft scopes of work for site repairs, upgrades, or installations.

Additional details are available in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Extensive statewide travel, sometimes overnight, and occasional overtime may be required
• Telework: Opportunity for part-time, ad-hoc telework from a secure, approved location inside Pennsylvania. If unable to telework, reporting to Harrisburg headquarters is available.
• Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases.
• Further communication will be via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, planning, computer science, or geography
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training
• Applicants within 3 months of graduation with a qualifying degree will be considered as meeting the educational requirements

Other Requirements:

• Must meet PA residency requirements. More info is available via the provided link.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Provide relevant, detailed experience/education on the application; resumes and cover letters are not reviewed.
• Attach unofficial transcripts if claiming education to meet minimum requirements.
• Submit application by the posting deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply may eliminate you from consideration.

Veterans:

Employment preference is given to qualified veterans. More info is available at the provided link.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (for hearing and speech disabilities).

If accommodations are needed for an interview due to a disability, discuss this in advance.

The Commonwealth promotes diversity and equal employment opportunity, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Your score depends on the information provided.
• Only one application/test per posting is allowed.
• Results will be emailed.