Senior Transportation Planner- Highway

Anoka County; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 24 days

12.5 holidays

Job summary

Anoka County Transportation Division seeks a Senior Transportation Planner to lead critical planning efforts shaping the future of our transportation infrastructure. You will help lead the department’s highway planning initiatives, oversee consultant studies, and serve as a point of contact for major highway planning projects.

You will develop technical reports and studies guiding decisions, ensuring data-driven and forward-thinking strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical planning efforts shaping the future of Anoka County's transportation infrastructure.
• Head the department’s highway planning initiatives and oversee consultant studies.
• Serve as the main point of contact for major highway planning projects.
• Develop technical reports and studies to guide departmental decisions and inform the public.
• Manage complex projects including environmental reviews and grant applications.

Job description

Hiring range: $85,363 to $119,496 ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour). The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on 10/19/2026 to be considered.

Position Description

At the Anoka County Transportation Division, our vision is to enhance and protect life by delivering safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions. We are seeking an experienced Senior Transportation Planner to lead critical planning efforts that shape the future of our transportation infrastructure. In this role, you will help lead the department’s highway planning initiatives, oversee consultant studies and serve as a point of contact for major highway planning projects. You will also develop technical reports and studies that guide departmental decisions and inform the public, ensuring that our transportation strategies are data-driven and forward-thinking. As a Senior Transportation Planner, you will manage complex projects—including environmental reviews and grant applications—while actively participating in project