Transportation Policy & Communications Strategist

CDM Smith; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 64,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking a recent graduate to join Transportation Advisory Services, shaping policy through research, analysis, and outreach. You will review statutes, analyze funding scenarios, and contribute to policy proposals on transportation topics.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree, are willing to travel up to 10%, and can translate complex data into clear recommendations for clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; 1 year of related experience; travel may be required.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional related experience considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of transportation revenue and spending projections.
• Analyze stakeholders including policy positions, influences, priorities, and authorities.
• Design and conduct stakeholder and community outreach to solicit input on policy proposals.
• Research statutes and regulations and summarize findings.
• Draft bill language aligned with client priorities for policy proposals.
• Present findings and recommendations to working groups, task forces, legislative committees, and the public.

Skills

Working understanding of top transport

Analytical skills

Cost analysis & revenue understanding

Transportation tech & innovation

Bachelor's degree required

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States is seeking a recent graduate to join Transportation Advisory Services, shaping policy through research, analysis, and outreach. You will review statutes, analyze funding scenarios, and contribute to policy proposals on transportation topics.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree, are willing to travel up to 10%, and can translate complex data into clear recommendations for clients and stakeholders.