Planning Specialist (Civil Engineer (Transportation))

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Planning Specialist for the Department of Transportation to support the development and maintenance of transportation funding plans. You will analyze data, review engineering information, and coordinate project details to ensure funding aligns with schedules and program needs.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, managing planning systems, preparing reports, coordinating funding, engaging with public groups, and monitoring obligations through

Qualifications

• Five years of civil engineering experience and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
• Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering plans and cost data to support accurate project programming
• Maintain transportation planning systems and update project information as needed
• Prepare written and oral reports that summarize project status and program needs
• Work with project managers to align funding with project schedules
• Attend meetings and share program information with community groups and officials
• Use transportation databases to monitor obligations and produce required reports

Skills

Project analysis

Data management

Report preparation

Funding coordination

Public engagement

System oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training certificate

Civil Engineer Trainee program

Associate's degree in civil engineering technology

Job description

THE POSITION

Shape the future of transportation in a role that drives progress and supports smart decisions. As a Planning Specialist for the Department of Transportation, you help develop plans that guide funding and shape major transportation projects. This position offers opportunities to learn, collaborate, and make a real difference. Join a team that works every day to move Pennsylvania forward.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the development and maintenance of transportation funding plans by analyzing data, reviewing engineering information, and coordinating project details. As a Planning Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Analysis: Review engineering plans and cost data to support accurate project programming
• Data Management: Maintain transportation planning systems and update project information as needed
• Report Preparation: Prepare written and oral reports that summarize project status and program needs
• Funding Coordination: Work with project managers to align funding with project schedules
• Public Engagement: Attend meetings and share program information with community groups and officials
• System Oversight: Use transportation databases to monitor obligations and produce required reports

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Dunmore. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists ; or
• Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.