Transportation Planner

City of Springfield (MO); Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Springfield is seeking a Transportation Planner to help modernize Public Works project delivery through stronger capital program management, infrastructure prioritization, funding coordination, and performance tracking.

This position will work closely with Public Works teams to improve project accountability, and help guide investments that improve safety, mobility, and long term community growth.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in Community or Transportation Planning, Engineering, Economics, Geography, or related field.
• Two years of responsible related experience.
• A Master’s Degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
• AICP membership or registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in MO is desired, but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• The City of Springfield is seeking a Transportation Planner to help modernize Public Works project delivery through stronger capital program management, infrastructure prioritization, funding coordination, and performance tracking.
• This position will work closely with Public Works teams to improve project accountability, and help guide investments that improve safety, mobility, and long term community growth.

Skills

Two years experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelors in planning/related field

Master's degree substitution

Job description

The City of Springfield is seeking a Transportation Planner to help modernize Public Works project delivery through stronger capital program management, infrastructure prioritization, funding coordination, and performance tracking. This position will work closely with Public Works teams to improve project accountability, and help guide investments that improve safety, mobility, and long term community growth.

Learn more about our Public Works team and the Transportation Division, here! And check out our benefits here!

Experience, Education, and Training

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in Community or Transportation Planning, Engineering, Economics, Geography, or related field;
• Two years of responsible related experience;
• A Master's Degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Licensing/Certification

• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) membership or registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri is desired, but not required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

rThe City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.