The Transit Service Planner is responsible for developing and analyzing bus route and schedule plans, including near-term transit service alternatives, intermediate-term service plans, and long-range service concepts. The individual will also analyze and assist in the preparation of complex transit operating schedules for both GoTriangle, the regional service provider, and GoDurham, the local service provider in Durham. The primary focus of the position is on traditional fixed-route service, but demand-response service, vanpool service, and emerging modes of transportation are also included. This position reports to the Transit Service Planning Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of GoTriangle, working effectively in a diverse work environment.
• Develops short-range plans for implementation of new or modified routes, discontinuation of unproductive service, implementation of demand response and specialized mobility services, amenity improvements, capital needs, and coordination projects with other public transit and community transportation services.
• Lead development of service changes, which includes analysis, coordination with other departments, revising recommendations based on public feedback, and developing final recommendations. Develop schedules, bus stop changes, turnsheets, bus stop sign information, gate assignments at stations and a summary of service change for implementation.
• Provides individual and team contributions; coordinates work with the rest of the GoTriangle service planning team and other GoTriangle staff.
• Coordinates cross agency planning initiatives with the technical and administrative staff of local bus and community transportation systems, university transportation services, local governments and appropriate State and Federal officials.
• Researches and identifies potential funding sources for short-range plan improvements.
• Analyze transit service performance from a variety of sources and make recommendations for new or revised services. Prepare reports summarizing the findings of the analysis. Initiate route and schedule changes to meet customer demand. Assembles related statistical data and compiles reports.
• Follows established procedures for proposing and budgeting for transit projects, and reporting on project progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Devises, administers and/or analyzes surveys of transit customers, employees, and the general public.
• Develops scoping documents for capital projects that support service plans.
• Manages consultant studies, including the preparation of requests for proposals, selection of consultants and supervision of consultant work.
• Prepares presentation materials and presents reports or proposals to interdepartmental committees, governmental meetings and public groups.
• Coordinates public involvement activities with the responsible public involvement staff, to solicit public feedback on transit plans and service change proposals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Two years of experience in planning or a related field.
• Knowledge of transportation planning techniques, including urban planning principles.
• Demonstrated skill in data analysis, spatial analysis, demographic analysis, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated skill in managing time and multiple tasks effectively, organizing and prioritizing work.
• Demonstrated skill in making effective, professional presentations.
• Ability to read and review site plans is preferred.
• Exceptional level of interpersonal skills and abilities to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, including using good customer service skills, tact, diplomacy, active listening, and projecting self-confidence.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse workforce.
• A working understanding of PC’s including the Microsoft Office Packages and proficiency with Excel. Experience with GIS software is preferred.

Working Conditions:

Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting operating facilities. During these visits, the incumbent should observe all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and use all protective clothing and devices provided.

The N.C. Department of Transportation Integrated Mobility Division is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 Public Transportation Internship Program.

The program provides work experience and learning opportunities for students currently enrolled in a graduate level program at a college or university in North Carolina. The internship program strengthens the academic curriculums of participating schools and helps to develop a pool of qualified individuals for the state’s public transportation industry.

The Internship also provides students a chance to use analytical and communications skills that they have gained during their academic career in a public transportation setting. With hands-on training and experience, interns are better able to evaluate public transportation careers and compete for jobs.

ACADEMIC MAJORS DESIRED BY LOCATION:

• GoTriangle encourages applicants from Planning, City Planning, or Urban Planning to apply for this position. Engineering, Geography, Public Administration, Project Management, Business Administration, and similar majors are acceptable.

An unofficial copy of your college transcripts and a letter of recommendation must be submitted with your application, as an attachment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Qualified Applicant must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills, and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position.

Eligible candidates will be currently enrolled in a graduate-level program at a college or university in North Carolina.

Applicants must attach a college transcript  & letter of recommendation to the online application. Applications without transcripts letters of recommendation will be considered incomplete.

Majors/degrees sought: Planning, City Planning, or Urban Planning to apply for this position. Engineering, Geography, Public Administration, Project Management, Business Administration, and similar majors are acceptable.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Eligible candidates will be currently enrolled in a graduate-level program, attending a college or university in North Carolina, and have an interest in public transportation or local/state government careers.

Applicant must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

Metro is seeking to fill a key mid-level position within the Office of Capital Program Management (OCPM). The Senior Program Coordinator will work in partnership with team members to identify and develop capital needs across Metro. If selected, you will have the opportunity to participate in a $2.3bn annual capital planning process and develop public-facing and executive level presentations and documents on capital projects and programs within Metro’s portfolio.

The candidates will:
-Take the lead on a select group of investment types in the annual capital planning process
-Meet with stakeholders across the organization to discuss and develop capital investment needs
-Develop strategies to address potential gaps in the program and ensure the coordination of investments
-Contribute to key documents to communicate the results of the capital programming process
-Facilitate the effective flow of communication during the annual capital planning process
Interested candidates will be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with Metro stakeholders at all levels of the agency and possess the problem-solving capabilities to develop and refine capital program investments. Ideal candidates will have project management experience, analytical skills, and confidence working with diverse audiences. Familiarity with transportation planning and other capital asset infrastructure activities (at the state, local, or federal levels) – such as programming, planning, management, and budgeting – would be an advantage

Minimum Qualifications:
Education – Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Management, Business or Public Administration or a related field
Experience – Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in project management and/or asset management lifecycle planning, progressively analyzing and coordinating business improvement projects in a large-scale organization. Experience at developing interactive and dynamic presentations
Preferred skills- Microsoft Project, Primavera, Clarity, Power BI, and SharePoint. Project Management Professional (PMP)

Provides advanced-level planning and programming support and performs a range of functions in an assigned organizational unit.

Example Of Duties

• Develops, applies, and evaluates technical planning and financial or system analytical methods and procedures

• Supports analysis, both quantitative and qualitative, of transportation or related projects, programs, and policies

• Prepares comprehensive reports and correspondence

• Provides technical and policy guidance to local jurisdictions and agencies on Metro programs

• Analyzes, develops, and recommends policies and procedures

• For the assigned business unit, develops technical and other documentation in support of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and participates in contractor/consultant selection

• Executes cooperative agreements, memorandums of understanding (MOUs), and certification requirements with other entities

• Manages vendor performance against contracts to ensure completion of projects within scope, on-time, and within budget for the assigned business unit

• Participates in special task forces, committees, panels, transportation forums, and peer groups

• Assists in developing program guidelines and strategies

• Develops and monitors forecasts, budgets, and financial plans for transportation or related programs and projects

• Negotiates funding agreements

• Evaluates the costs, benefits, and risks associated with alternative funding plans, programs, and projects

• Represents staff at meetings to facilitate and implement planning projects

• Serves as lead with responsibility for studies and research projects

• Acts as liaison with outside agencies, public and private organizations

• Promotes development along transit lines and transportation corridors

• May be required to supervise staff

• Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency’s safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees

• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

  May be required to perform other related job duties

Requirements For Employment

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:

Education

• Bachelor′s Degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Engineering (Civil, Transportation, Structural, Industrial, Mechanical, Architecture, etc.), Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Urban Design, Public Policy, Finance, or a related field; Master’s Degree in a related field preferred

Experience

• Five years of relevant experience in transportation planning, project management, urban design, transportation system design and research, travel simulation and demand modeling, transportation finance, operations planning, or other related area; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications (PQ’s) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQ’s will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQ’s will not automatically be selected.

• Experience maintaining data tools and applications such as MS SQL Server, Oracle, Power BI, Python, Tableau, and Microsoft Office
• Experience summarizing and communicating research and analysis findings to a variety of audiences, including senior management
• Experience creating interactive dashboards and dynamic analytical reports
• Experience partnering with software development teams to build analysis tools or reports
• Experience devising, communicating, and analyzing transit performance indicators
• Experience applying software development skills to generate, use, and analyze data for transit operations and planning
• Experience analyzing trends and perform root cause analysis in transit performance data

Knowledge:

• Theories, principles, and practices of transportation and land use planning, capital planning, grants management, project management, mobility, and/or system engineering

• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies, urban development practices, mobility, and funding sources for public agencies

• Methods and procedures for data collection and analysis, including spatial, financial, analytical, statistical, and mathematical

• Best practices regarding project management and planning

• Applicable business software applications

• Modern management theory

• Emerging business models and opportunities to test new models of service delivery

Skills:

• Conducting planning studies and projects

• Understanding and analyzing complex concepts and data

• Performing statistical and financial analysis

• Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions and/or to test new models of service delivery

• Exercising sound judgment and creativity in overcoming obstacles and making decisions

• Establishing and implementing relevant policies and procedures

• Preparing reports and presentations

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing

• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives

• Mediating and negotiating

• Communicating project opportunities, risks, and constraints

Abilities:

• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Work independently in a highly structured environment

• Maintain composure in difficult situations

• Determine strategies to achieve goals

• Navigate Metro’s complex organizational structure

• Be flexible, adaptable, and able to iterate as obstacles are encountered during project delivery

• Develop and maintain external relationships to ensure project success

• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements

• Handle highly confidential information

• Represent Metro before the public
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metro’s website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. (FR)

The incumbent serves as a Senior Transportation Program Specialist for Region 2, Federal Transit Administration (FTA). The incumbent of this position will directly, and through team members and/or contractors, be responsible for the activities associated with the planning, program development, and oversight of the Region’s planning, operating, and capital assistance grant programs.

As Senior Transportation Program Specialist, you will:

• Serve as the Team Leader for the Office of Planning and Program Development (the Planning Team), leading team efforts in the administration of FTA’s programs and policies as they relate to state and metropolitan planning, environmental reviews, and grant development.
• Ensure that FTA’s and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) strategic plan, mission, vision, and values are communicated to the Planning Team and integrated into the team’s strategies, goals, objectives, work plans, work products, and services.
• Draft correspondence, memoranda, briefing papers, analysis, and other documents in a timely, factually accurate, organized, and concise manner; ensures that written work products are of the highest quality and free of errors; ensures that findings and recommendations to the Director, Deputy Regional Administrator, and Regional Administrator are well-analyzed and appropriate.
• Coordinate the transportation planning process, including the development of Transportation Improvement Programs (TIPs), the development of Statewide Transportation Improvement Programs (STIPs), the certification of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), the air quality conformity process, the development of Unified Planning Work Programs (UPWPs), the development of Long-Range Transportation Plans (LRTPs), and the development of Programs of Projects (POPs).

Who We Seek
An experienced, energetic, self-directed individual for the position of Senior Planner to perform difficult planning work in directing the activities related to promoting energy efficiency, sustainable development and transportation environmental issues. Projects will primarily focus on serving as the coordinator for the Triangle Clean Cities Coalition and as such is responsible for developing public private partnerships and working with member local governments to increase awareness about and use of alternative fuels. The employee meets with local and state officials, staff and business interests and designs, coordinates and initiates programs and activities. Activities include annual conferences and
workshops, coalition organization and administration, state legislative initiatives and developing and administering state and federally funded projects to develop refueling infrastructure, purchase alternative fuel and alternative fuel vehicles. Work also includes supervising the work of other staff. Work is primarily in an inside environment with minimal supervision from the Energy and Transportation Program Manager. Regional work is interfaced with the national Clean Cities program administered through the U.S. Department of Energy.

Description of Work
The Senior Planner is part of a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary organization engaged in long-term, regional-scale issues and shorter-term local government member technical assistance that integrates TJCOG’s focus areas of water resources, resiliency, transportation and mobility, housing, aging and human services, member engagement, technical assistance, strategy/innovation, and data. The position provides technical expertise to staff and stakeholders through services such as data collection and analysis, program development and management, supporting the administration of transportation related programs and committees, and supporting the development of internal and external initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The Senior Planner will understand the importance of positive relationships with local communities and agencies in the region and exhibit strong customer service and problem-solving skills. Position requires project management skills and the ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative and problem solve.

The position will require knowledge of principles and practices of planning as applied to land use planning and transportation systems as well as general planning principles. General knowledge of local government, laws, and services pertinent to planning processes. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff at the federal, state, regional, local levels and with elected officials. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to lead various meetings and events, make presentations and answer questions at public or project meetings. Ability to prepare presentations and prepare or coordinate the preparation of charts, maps, graphs and other illustrative materials for communication to elected officials, the public and other stakeholders. Ability to perform a variety of duties including research, drafting plans and reports, grant development and administration, etc. Demonstrated skill in reading and interpreting maps, land design plans and related spatially-focused materials. Demonstration of graphic design skills desired.

Major Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Performing intermediate professional planning, research, analytical and technical duties in the Triangle J Council of Governments’ Focus Areas.
• Managing and working within teams, made up of Triangle J Council of Governments and partner representatives, on a variety of planning initiatives.
• Planning and coordinating meetings, workshops, and other events.
• Researching trends and emerging issues on program activities and preparing and presenting reports and program recommendations.
• Clearly communicating internally and externally on program areas.
• Providing technical assistance in a variety of planning areas.

Education and Experience
Required: A master’s degree in planning, public policy, urban design, geography, public administration, or a related field with some experience are the anticipated qualifications. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in a related field and extensive experience along with demonstrated advanced knowledge may also qualify.

Starting Salary & Benefits
Hiring range: $55,740 – $58,527

Benefits: The Triangle J Council of Governments offers a generous benefits package including paid vacation and sick leave; NC Local Government Retirement System; 401(k); health, dental, vision and life insurance; health spending account, flexible spending account for child/dependent care expenses; flexible schedules and hybrid work environment.

Our Organization
Providing a platform for collaboration among local governments, stakeholders, and partners in our diverse region of NC. See the kind of work we do here.

How to Apply
1. Download TJCOG employment application at: https://www.tjcog.org/about/our-job-opportunities

2. Send completed application package (cover letter, completed application and resume) by email to employment@tjcog.org with the subject Senior Planner.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Position is open until filled; initial review of applications begins April 4, 2022.

All employment offers will be within the stated hiring rage.

TJCOG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and designated Best Workplace for Commuters.

• Collecting, preparing, verifying, and analyzing data supporting transportation planning and travel analysis
• Processing and interpreting transportation data and creating data visualizations
• Integrating analysis results into project or policy analyses
• Documenting methodologies and results
• Assisting with project research
• Preparation of materials for, and participation in meetings
• Other tasks as assigned by senior staff members

As part of the District’s Department of Transportation (DDOT) cooperative agreement with the Howard University Transportation Research Center (HUTRC), DDOT engages full-time students as interns from universities in the DC Metropolitan Area and all over the country to promote the advancement of engineering and policy research. HUTRC recruits the interns and manages the program on DDOT’s behalf. In 2022, the DDOT Internship Summer Program will start around June 6th and run for 10 weeks, while the Semester Program will start on August 15th and run until the end of the year.

Applicants for the internship positions must be currently enrolled and in good standing at an accredited college or university and be enrolled full-time in a degree program related to the posted internship. All students participating in the summer program must be fully vaccinated* against COVID-19, and agree to follow all COVID-19 safety guidelines throughout the duration of the internship. Proof of vaccination will be required.

Bike Durham is a local non-profit sustainable transportation advocacy organization. Our vision is a transportation system that is safe, affordable, and sustainable for everyone, regardless of who they are or where they live. Through events, advocacy, and education, we empower everyone to walk, bike, or ride transit more often.

Bike Durham is seeking to contract with an individual to coordinate community outreach activities for a safe streets project in the Old West Durham and Watts Hospital-Hillandale neighborhoods this spring. We project that the work will be an estimated 250-300 hours (20-25 hours per week), beginning as soon as possible and completed by May 31.

The planned activities include:
Initial neighborhood meetings – large and small forums to hear from one another, identifying and documenting areas of concern and opportunity. This will include activities specifically directed at engaging youth, as well as adults.
Neighbor Walk Audits of the identified areas of concern and opportunity
Neighborhood Planning meetings – Plan for and select application of tactical urbanism or possible Shared Street Implementations to calm traffic in the neighborhoods

This position(s) will work closely with the Bike Durham executive director, volunteer leaders of the Old West Durham and Watts Hospital-Hillandale Neighborhood Associations, and City of Durham Transportation department staff.

Who We are Looking For
We are looking for an independent contractor(s) with the following qualifications:

Experience
Previous paid or volunteer experience with community outreach in diverse communities
Meeting organization and facilitation experience
Experience working on traffic safety issues preferred, but not required

Personal Attributes
Enthusiasm to work with residents and business owners
Desire to engage diverse communities in discussion of traffic safety issues
Outgoing personality and ability to build relationships and trust with diverse communities reflected in Durham
Experience and comfort working in racially and economically diverse communities
Ability to plan, execute, manage and evaluate programs
Ability to organize and empower volunteers
Ability to represent Bike Durham at public meetings and events
Strong verbal and written communication
Self-motivator who is able and excited to work in a less structured environment
Works independently and collaboratively
Excellent time management skills and the ability to execute plans under tight deadlines
Has integrity, dedication, drive, diplomacy

Preferred Attributes (not required)
Experience with, or knowledge of, walk audits
Knowledge of, or relationship with, safe walking or bicycling street design
Experience using software such as: ActionNetwork, Microsoft, and Google Suite
Knowledge of the communities in Durham
Proficiency in Spanish is desired

Compensation, Hours, and Term
Bike Durham is seeking an independent contractor(s) to fulfill this role at a rate of $20 per hour for 300 hours. Since this is a contract position, we are not able to offer any benefits. We estimate that delivering on our scope of services will require an average of 20-25 hours per week for 10-12 weeks. The daily schedule will be flexible and set by the independent contractor(s) considering the needs of the Old West Durham and Watts Hospital-Hillandale neighborhoods. Our funding comes through a grant with the Duke Office of Community Affairs. The term of this contract will run through May 31, 2022.

To Submit Your Qualifications
Please send a one-page cover letter, a resume, and three references to contracts@bikedurham.org. We will not contact your references without your permission.
In your cover letter please explain your qualifications for this work, why you are interested in this contract with Bike Durham, and your relevant past experience. Please combine all three documents into a single pdf and save with your name “Safe_Streets” in the file name.
We will accept submissions of qualifications on a rolling basis and hope to contract with the most qualified contractor before March 11, 2022.