Regional Transportation Planner - GIS & TDM

tsu.edu; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan's MDOT seeks a Transportation Planner to support the Grand Region RTP unit and coordinate with MDOT Central Office, Grand Region, and MPO staff. The role involves GIS-enabled decision support, Travel Demand Model work, and cross-agency collaboration.

Remote work and alternate schedules may be considered based on operational needs. Applicants must attach a resume and cover letter; benefits information is available on state portals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 30 semester credits in planning or related fields.
• Two years of professional experience in planning, mapping, or assessment of transportation or related systems for the P11 level.
• Understanding of GIS technology and data analysis for regional planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the Regional Transportation Planning unit and MPO/RPA activities.
• Represent the department on MPO committees and with regional agencies.
• Develop GIS-based decision support and participate in Travel Demand Models.
• Collaborate with MDOT Central Office, Grand Region, and Transportation Service Center staff.

Skills

Transportation planning

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Tools

GIS software

Job description

The State of Michigan's MDOT seeks a Transportation Planner to support the Grand Region RTP unit and coordinate with MDOT Central Office, Grand Region, and MPO staff. The role involves GIS-enabled decision support, Travel Demand Model work, and cross-agency collaboration.

Remote work and alternate schedules may be considered based on operational needs. Applicants must attach a resume and cover letter; benefits information is available on state portals.