Assistant/Associate Transportation Planner

Yolo Transportation District; Citrus Heights (CA); Hybrid; USD 88,732 - 116,309; Full time

Job summary

A local transportation authority in California is seeking an Assistant/Associate Transportation Planner. The role involves designing transit plans, monitoring transit operations, and assisting in community outreach. Candidates should have knowledge of public transit and relevant planning methods. This position is full-time with a salary range of $88,732 – $116,309. It includes in-person work at the YoloTD office with potential for some remote days.

Qualifications

• Experience in public transit service planning or transportation engineering is strongly preferred.
• Minimum two years in transit service planning or a closely related field for Associate level.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze short- and long-range transit plans.
• Assist with community surveys and transit service scheduling.
• Monitor and support transit operations contract compliance.
• Review draft plans and respond to development proposals.
• Prepare multimodal transportation plans and grant applications.

Skills

Knowledge of public transit

Ability to collect and analyze data

Communication skills

Knowledge of transportation planning methods

Knowledge of ArcGIS

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Assistant/Associate Transportation Planner

Application Deadline: December 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM Pacific. Submit resume, cover letter, and application.

Job Overview

Yolo Transportation District (YoloTD) is seeking qualified candidates for Transportation Planner at either the Assistant or Associate level. The Assistant level is entry‑level, while the Associate level assumes recent experience in transit service planning, transportation planning, land use planning, environmental planning, transportation engineering, or a closely related field.

Essential Job Functions

Transit Planning

• Design and analyze short- and long-range plans; establish or modify routes and service areas; perform transit service scheduling for fixed route, microtransit, and/or ADA paratransit service.
• Assist YoloTD jurisdictions with trip reduction ordinances, transportation management associations, and transportation systems management issues.
• Assist with preparing, distributing, and analyzing passenger, community, and stakeholder surveys.

Transit Operations

• Monitor transit operations contract compliance, including missed trips, customer service complaints, vehicle maintenance, etc.
• Coordinate with contractor on service changes, detours, fare collection systems, data collection and reporting, and procurements.
• Support contractor with troubleshooting and resolving day‑to‑day operations challenges.
• Assist with preparing and submitting data reports to the National Transit Database (NTD).

Development and Plan Review

• Review, contribute to, and respond to draft plans, development proposals, environmental documents, and other documents prepared by local, regional, and state partner agencies.
• Meet with community development departments, developers, air district representatives and other groups about projects that affect the transportation network.

Multimodal Planning and Programs

• Perform planning, data analysis, and outreach tasks to assist in preparing multimodal transportation plans, including congestion management plans, active transportation plans, micromobility programs, VMT reduction programs, and transportation equity programs.
• Research and prepare local, state, and federal grant applications and all associated documentation, agreements, and reports.

Customer Service

• Assist customer service team as needed, including updating the Customer Service Manual and training on new routes or service changes.
• Develop and update customer information (brochures, website) for transit and other transportation services.

Qualifications

Assistant Level

• Experience in public transit service planning, operations, transportation planning, land use planning, environmental planning, transportation engineering, or a closely related field is strongly preferred.

Associate Level

• Minimum two years recent experience in transit service planning, transportation planning, land use planning, environmental planning, transportation engineering, or a closely related field.
• A four‑year degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

Skills and Attributes

• Knowledge of public transit, modern transportation planning methods, and environmental regulation, particularly in California.
• Knowledge of current trends in federal, state, regional, and local transportation planning.
• Ability to collect, analyze, compile, and present statistical and technical information pertaining to transportation planning and prepare clear and concise reports.
• Knowledge of statistical and research methods as applied to data collection and to laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations affecting land use.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with others; think independently and complete tasks on time.
• Knowledge of Windows-based computer programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of ArcGIS is desirable.
• Speaking and written Spanish is desirable.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of governmental and transportation planning and operations.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Ability to organize, conduct, coordinate, and present major planning research studies; prepare comprehensive planning reports that are clear and concise.
• Ability to explain planning issues, land use ordinances, environmental impact issues, and proposed plans to members of the public and government officials.

Additional Information

Driver’s License

A valid California Driver's license is required. You may be required to drive to other property locations to perform work. A company vehicle will be provided for transportation.

In‑Person Requirement

This position is in‑person at the YoloTD office located in Woodland, CA. Remote work may be allowed up to two days a week at the discretion of the Executive Director.

Annual Salary Range

Associate Transportation Planner: $88,732 – $116,309.

Seniority Level

Entry level.

Employment Type

Full‑time.

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing.

Industry

Government Administration.