Transportation Planner I or II - Atlanta, TX

Texas Department of Transportation; Atlanta (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid 100% for Full‑Tme

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Atlanta, TX seeks Transportation Planner I or II to lead public involvement, coordinate schedules, and prepare presentations for district projects. This position supports the Atlanta District Planning Office and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Planner I requires 1 year of planning or research analysis, Planner II requires 2 years. A Bachelor's degree and valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in transportation planning, engineering, business admin or related field
• Planner I: 1 year planning or research analysis experience
• Planner II: 2 years planning or research analysis experience

Responsibilities

• Leads planning, coordinating, scheduling and implementing public involvement activities
• Works with consultants and other entities to assist in these tasks
• Prepares presentations and informational materials for public hearings and meetings

Skills

Planning

Public involvement

Coordination

Communication

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in transportation planning

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Planner I or II - Atlanta, TX (2602715)

Job Description

Transportation Planner I or II - Atlanta, TX ( 2602715 )

Position Information

Are you a strong communicator with an eye for detail? Are you able to prioritize multiple tasks and have a knack for organizing information? If this sounds like you and you are interested in advancing your career, keep reading!

The Atlanta District Planning Office is looking for a Planner I or II based in Atlanta, TX. In this position, you will lead efforts to plan, coordinate, schedule and conduct public involvement activities and outreach; organize activities and materials for presentation at public meetings and hearings; as well as prepare and update tabloid summaries and web-based information for the District's larger projects.

The District Planning Office is composed of subject matter experts in areas critical to project delivery including consultant contract administration and management.

Title/Salary Grade/Salary Range
Planner I/ B18/ $45,521.00 - $71,055.00 annually
Planner II/ B20/ $51,158.00 - $81,351.00 annually

TxDOT reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

: 45,521.00

Maximum Salary

: 81,351.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly

FLSA Status

: Nonexempt

Work Locations

: Atlanta District Headquarters 701 EAST MAIN ST Atlanta 75551

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift

: Day Job

Shift Details

: 40 hours, Monday - Friday- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location Flexibility

: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Planner I

Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Planner II

Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Planner I

• Leads efforts in planning, coordinating, scheduling, and implementing public involvement activities and outreach
• Serves as a project leader organizing public meeting/hearing activities and preparing presentation materials for public hearings and public meetings. Works with consultants and other entities to assist in these tasks
• Assists in reviewing and preparing correspondence, reports, studies, giving briefings and making presentations regarding program activities
• Prepare presentations in PowerPoint and Publisher
• Design and updates project informational websites
• Prepares departmental public notice announcements for publishing in newspapers and social media
• Provides general information and support to governmental officials, sponsors, users and the public
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Additional duties for Planner II include:

• Develop and maintain accessible and engaging content for public communications, including presentations, reports, newsletters, and digital media
• Performs analysis of data and preparation of reports based on feedback and input from public engagement activities and presents actionable insights to District leadership

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in transportation planning, engineering, business admin or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Planner I: 1 year planning or research analysis experience.
Planner II: 2 years planning or research analysis experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Knowledge of:

• Applicable analysis methodologies
• Forecasting methodologies
• Budgeting methods and procedures

Skill in:

• Planning, directing, coordinating, and scheduling
• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Composing correspondence and technical documents

Additional competencies for Planner II include:

Knowledge of:

Developing and implementing programs

Skill in:

Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.