Transportation Planning Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

State of Maine is seeking a professional to oversee and provide training, technical assistance, and education for Maine's Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP), also known as the Maine Local Roads Center (MLRC). The role includes planning and delivering workshops for municipal road officials.

Responsibilities include providing daily technical assistance by phone or email, developing computer programs with support, and contributing to a statewide MLRC newsletter and website; occasional

Qualifications

• Eight (8) year combination of education, training, and/or experience in planning and program development with background in specialized field (environmental, economic, historic preservation, etc.).
• Experience with public sector planning or development projects is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and coordinate presenters and workshops for local road officials.
• Provide daily technical assistance via phone or email.
• Develop specific computer programs and provide technical support for them.

Skills

Personal computer skills

Public works experience

People skills

Deadline-oriented

Education

8-year combination of education, training and/or experience in planning and program development

Tools

Computer programs

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Maine Department of TransportationSalary : $58,801.60 - $82,555.20 per yearOffice/Bureau : Bureau of PlanningOpening Date : September 28, 2026Closing Date: October 28, 2026Job Description: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 emailDeveloping 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 websiteoccasionally participating in National, Regional, and local meetings and conferences concerning MLRC activities.This unique position requires a person who has significant personal computer skills, experience with public works projects on a local, State, or contractor level; the ability to deal with all types of people; and the ambition and desire to accept challenges, meet deadlines, and maintain a steady pace.To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience: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.).Application Instructions:Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the \"Apply for this Opening/Apply Now\" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.If you have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at [e-mail] join our team?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.Thinking about applying?Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart..If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.