Strategic GIS Transportation Planner

City of Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401a match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation & sick

Paid parking

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Job summary

The City of Grand Rapids is seeking an administrative professional to provide advanced support for transportation planning initiatives. You will manage assigned projects, act as staff liaison across departments, and assist with budget and policy-related tasks under the Transportation Planning Supervisor.

Responsibilities include coordinating with internal/external partners, preparing reports and presentations, and overseeing interns and seasonal staff.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required in urban planning or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assists with GIS analysis, transportation project analysis and prioritization.
• Prepares informational materials, presentations, and reports.
• Coordinates interdepartmental projects and supports grant research.
• Works with partners to develop planning projects and budgetary matters.
• Represents department to public bodies and other stakeholders.

Skills

GIS analysis

Administration

Liaison

Data analysis

Project coordination

Education

Associate degree in urban & regional planning, urban design, transportation engineering, public administration or related field

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Excel

Project management tools

Job description

The City of Grand Rapids is seeking an administrative professional to provide advanced support for transportation planning initiatives. You will manage assigned projects, act as staff liaison across departments, and assist with budget and policy-related tasks under the Transportation Planning Supervisor.

Responsibilities include coordinating with internal/external partners, preparing reports and presentations, and overseeing interns and seasonal staff.