Transportation Planning Specialist

Department of Transportation; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation leave 3+ weeks annually

Sick leave 12 days annually

Health insurance coverage

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation (Maine DOT) oversees LTAP/MLRC training and support for Maine’s local road officials. The role centers on planning, delivering, and coordinating workshops, plus providing daily technical assistance and program development for statewide road programs.

Qualified candidates will bring extensive planning experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to develop tools and newsletters, while collaborating with the Bureau of Planning and external partners.

Qualifications

• Eight-year combination of education, training, and/or experience in planning and program development with background in specialized fields as necessary.
• Ability to plan, develop, coordinate and conduct workshops for local road officials.
• Strong technical assistance and communication skills via phone and email.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate presentations and workshops for local road officials.
• Provide daily technical assistance on road-related topics by phone or email.
• Develop computer programs and provide technical support for them.
• Assist with writing and producing a statewide newsletter and contribute to MLRC website.

Skills

Planning

Program development

Technical assistance

Workshop coordination

Phone and email support

Education

Eight-year combination of education and experience

Tools

MLRC/Local roads software

Job description

Job Description

Maine Department of Transportation (Maine DOT) salary: $58,801.60 - $82,555.20 per year

Office/Bureau: Bureau of Planning

Opening Date: September 28, 2026

Closing Date: October 28, 2026

This is professional services work in overseeing and providing comprehensive training, technical assistance and education for Maine’s Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) otherwise known as the Maine Local Roads Center (MLRC).

The position provides technical assistance and training to Maine’s municipal local road officials.

Typical Duties

• Planning, developing, coordinating presenters and conducting workshops for local road officials.
• Providing daily technical assistance on many road subjects by phone or email.
• Developing specific computer programs and providing technical support for them.
• Assisting with writing and producing a statewide newsletter for local road officials in addition to our MLRC website occasionally participating in National, Regional, and local meetings and conferences concerning MLRC activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• An eight (8) year combination of education, training, and/or experience in planning and program development with specific background in specialized field as necessary (i.e. environmental planning, economic planning, historic preservation, etc.).

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays.
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually.
• Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave.
• 12 days of sick leave annually.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

Why Join Us

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave. Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy. Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value). Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

About Us

If you're looking for a fulfilling career that allows you to serve the public and make a difference, consider working with Maine State Government! Our departments boast an array of professions, including attorneys, biologists, correctional officers, equipment operators, engineers, human resources professionals, information technology experts, law enforcement officers, nurses, park rangers, social workers, and transportation workers. With more than 100 agencies, boards, and offices, Maine State Government is the perfect place to explore various industries and interests. Whether you're interested in finance or forestry, there's an opportunity for you to help make Maine an even better place to live.