Transportation Planner I

Setrpc; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Planner I at South East Texas Regional Planning Commission reports to the Director of Transportation & Environmental Resources and assists in short- and long-range planning, demographic analysis, and air quality planning. You will participate in developing and implementing transportation plans and programs, with data-driven responsibilities.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in planning-related fields and have proficiency in Microsoft Office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Urban or Regional Planning, Economics, Public Administration, Geography, Political Science, or Related Field.

Responsibilities

• Collects, analyzes, and organizes data for transportation plans or programs.
• Tracks projects and programs, maintaining databases and tracking information.
• Composes, reviews, and edits technical documents and reports.
• Researches federal and state regulations and other information as required.
• Assists other planning staff as appropriate.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Working Title: Transportation Planner I
Department: Transportation and Environmental Resources
FLSA: Non-Exempt
State Classification: Planner I
Class Number: 0156
Salary Group: B18 $45,521 – $71,055

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Transportation Planner I reports directly to the Director of Transportation & Environmental Resources (T&ER) and will assist in conducting short and long-range transportation planning, demographic analysis, and air quality planning activities. Work involves planning, developing, and implementing transportation plans/programs.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Immediate Supervisor: Transportation and Environmental Resources Director
• Employees Supervised: None
• Other: Has regular contact with other T&ER personnel, elected officials, local and state governmental staff, and the general public.

Examples of Work

• Collects, organizes, and analyzes data required in the development of transportation plans or programs.
• Tracks projects and programs, maintaining relevant databases and tracking information.
• Composes, reviews, and edits technical documents, material, and reports
• Research federal and state regulations and other information as required.
• Assists other planning staff as appropriate.
• Performs related work as assigned.

General Qualifications Guidelines

• Bachelor’s degree required and Master’s degree preferred in Urban or Regional Planning, Economics, Public Administration, Geography, Political Science, or Related Field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) preferred.
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Experience in planning and research work preferred.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

Valid Texas driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.

SEND RESUMES TO:

South East Texas Regional Planning Commission
Attn: Bob Dickinson
2210 Eastex Freeway
Beaumont, TX 77703
Fax [phone]
EMAIL: [e-mail]

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