5289-Transportation Planner III

SFMTA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SFMTA in San Francisco is seeking a Transportation Planner III (Senior Project Planner) to coordinate the procurement, deployment, installation and testing of the future Train Control System and to assist in planning subway and surface rail operations.

Reporting to the Train Control Upgrade Deputy Project Manager, you will review schedules, prepare project documents, assist with grant applications and manage budgets, engaging with stakeholders to develop procurement plans and procedures.

Job description

Application Filing Deadline:Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time, but no earlier than Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Salary:$131,300 to $159,562/annually
Recruitment ID:TEX-5289-139748,RTF0139747-01155525

APPOINTMENT TYPE
Temporary Exempt, Category18 Full Time – This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appointment shall not exceed 36 months.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA or “the agency”) connects San Franciscans with their communities to enhance the economy, environment and, ultimately, the quality of life in the city. As an agency within the City and County of San Francisco, the SFMTA is responsible for the managing the city’s transportation network.The agency has more than 6,000 employees who are responsible for the management of all ground and some underground transportation in the city. The SFMTA has oversight over public transit, as well as bicycling, paratransit,parking and curb management, street operations, walking, and taxis.
Division:Transit Division
Section/Unit:Program Delivery and Support; Transit Technology
Work Location:1455 Market Street, 7th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Position Description

Under the general direction of the Train Control Upgrade Deputy Project Manager, the Transportation Planner III (Senior Project Planner) plans the procurement, deployment, installation and testing of the future Train Control System, and assists in the planning of future subway and surface rail operations using the capabilities of the new system. This position is responsible for assisting the Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager in reviewing project schedules, organizing the project through project planning documents, preparing grant applications and assisting in managing the project budget, meeting with project stakeholders, and developing procurement plans, policy and procedures.

The Train Control Upgrade Project is being delivered through a series of contracts with the train control system supplier and other firms providing installation, construction support, technical expertise, and professional services. The SFMTA has