Transportation Planning Manager

Salary $78,925.00 - $119,844.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-58248-11682 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Prgm Dvpt Opening Date 10/26/2026 Closing Date 11/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 11682 Position Number 00112349 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit B3 Pay Group ST09 Bureau / Division Code 00085200 Bureau / Division Center for Program Development and Management Worksite Address 400 North Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17120 Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Step into a leadership role that shapes the future of Pennsylvania's transportation systems as a Transportation Planning Manager with the Department of Transportation. This position offers the chance to guide major programs and ensure the accuracy of essential transportation data and reports. You will help drive long-term planning efforts that support communities across the Commonwealth. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and strong decision making. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position leads the development and oversight of transportation planning systems, data, and reports that guide statewide programs. As a Transportation Planning Manager, you will perform the following duties: 1. Program Oversight: Direct the management and improvement of statewide transportation data, reports, and planning systems 2. Technical Coordination: Liaise between planning staff and technical teams to support system enhancements and reporting needs 3. Staff Supervision: Guide staff who develop programs and provide training and support to planning partners 4. Systems Management: Oversee the administration and user support of the Multi-modal Project Management System 5. Data Integrity: Ensure project, financial, and planning data is accurate, current, and compliant with regulations 6. Strategic Communication: Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for department leadership and partners Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. 3. This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS) 4. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 5. **Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 6. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. One year as a Transportation Planning Specialist Supervisor (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 2. One year of experience as a Transportation Planning Specialist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 3. Three years of professional transportation planning, transportation administration, or transportation engineering experience, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, planning, computer science, or geography; or 4. An eq ivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: 1. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand click on Residency Guidelines. 2. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: 1. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 2. If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 3. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. 4. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 5. All application materials and ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.