Transportation Planner 2 (Planning and Data Analysis)

Connecticut Chapter of the American Planning Association (CCAPA); Connecticut; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Work-life balance

Award-winning agency

On-site fitness center

On-site cafeteria

EV charging

Free parking

Job summary

The Planning and Data Analysis Unit at the Connecticut Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Planner 2 to advance transit planning efforts in Newington, CT. The role focuses on analytical support, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with CTtransit and other districts.

The position emphasizes developing plans, coordinating data collection, preparing NTD submissions, and delivering presentations to stakeholders as part of a state-wide mobility strategy.

Qualifications

• Plan transit plans and studies, including direction and oversight of consultant work.
• Coordinate with CTtransit branded service providers and independent transit districts on planning initiatives and reporting.
• Develop and deliver data analyses and visualizations to support decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of transit plans and studies and oversee consultant work.
• Coordinate with CTtransit branded service providers and independent districts on planning initiatives and compliance.
• Support service plan development, route evaluations, and operational improvements with partners.
• Synthesize data from multiple sources for extraction, validation, analysis and visualization.
• Prepare NTD submissions and routine performance reports with actionable insights.
• Produce technical analyses and written reports for federal and state requirements.

Skills

Transit planning

Geospatial analysis

Data visualization

Report writing

Stakeholder coordination

Public transit policy

Tools

ArcGIS

NTD reporting tools

Job description

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) is now accepting applications for a Transportation Planner 2 position within the Planning and Data Analysis Unit in the Bureau of Public Transportation in Newington, CT.

What We Can Offer You

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
• Join an award-winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!
• We also offer the convenience of an on‑site, low‑cost fitness center, on‑site cafeteria, and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Newington, CT, Headquarters facility. All DOT facilities have ample free parking with easy access from major highways or by public transportation.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• First shift
• Location: Newington, CT
• P-4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit
• This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be found here. Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office

THE ROLE

The Planning and Data Analysis Unit provides essential analytical and planning support to the Bureau’s transit programs and operations. The Unit’s work ensures that transit services are effectively planned, performance is monitored, and investments are strategically targeted to meet statewide mobility needs.

The Unit Is Responsible For

• Transit planning and service analysis
• Developing and maintaining mapping and geospatial resources
• Coordinating data collection activities
• Producing accurate, timely reports to guide decision making
• Preparing required submissions to the Federal Transit Administration’s National Transit Database (NTD)
• Conducting systemwide and corridor level transit studies such as the Statewide Bus Study
• Developing statewide programs including the Bus Stop Enhancement Program

The Transportation Planner 2 Position

• Leads development of transit plans and studies, including direction and oversight of consultant work
• Coordinates with CTtransit branded service providers and independent transit districts on planning initiatives, performance reporting, program development, and compliance with federal and state requirements
• Supports development of service plans, route evaluations, and operational improvements in coordination with internal and external partners
• Synthesizes data from multiple sources, integrating datasets to enable extraction, validation, analysis, and visualization
• Prepares National Transit Database submissions and other routine performance reports, conducting data analysis and developing visualizations to draw conclusions and provide actionable insights
• Produces technical analyses and written reports to meet federal and state reporting requirements and support internal decision‑making
• Develops and delivers presentations, facilitates meetings, and participates in public hearings and other stakeholder meetings
• Performs related duties as required