Transportation Planner II Transit Regional Coordination and Mobility Management

Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking a Transportation Planner in the Land Use and Mobility Options program team to support projects related to public transportation, specifically within the area of Transit Regional Coordination and Mobility Management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate in a wide range of public transportation projects with transit partners in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area as well as work with internal staff, public and private transportation providers, local governments, communities, and other stakeholders. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing relevant work experience, as well as a current resume. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Assisting with the coordination, implementation, management, and assessment of short-term transit-related projects, including tracking project progress, goals, and deliverables - Building supportive community networks with partner agencies, including coordinating resources, conducting outreach through public presentations, providing technical assistance and finding innovative solutions to meet various transportation goals - Assisting with the development of traditional and innovative transit service delivery in a multimodal environment across a multi-county region - Assisting with technical activities associated with short-term transit system planning, service planning, analysis, and service design - Drafting correspondence, technical reports, grant applications, and other documents - Applying transit related data such as performance, ridership, financial, demographic, land use, Census, and other factors in a planning capacity - Applying knowledge of transportation planning, principles and practices into work tasks - Conducting research and analysis, and interpreting Federal, state and local regulations pertaining to transportation planning and funding - Preparing and delivering oral presentations Required Skills - Good communication, both verbal and written skills, and interpersonal skills - Good critical-thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills - Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work - Ability to work independently and in a team environment - Ability to derive insights and meaningful interpretation of data by performing analyses on various sources - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel Required Education and Experience - Bachelors degree in analytical, quantitative methods (Transportation Planning, Urban/Regional Planning, Public Administration, Engineering, or related field of study) - At least one year of work-related experience Salary Minimum of $57,065.00 - $68,478.00 annually The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, the NCTCOG Transportation Department has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the allas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise. NCTCOG also serves as a designated recipient for Federal Transit Administration funds. The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation. NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Background Check and Drug Testing: All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, ed