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Transit Fellow: Zero-Emission Buses

March 18, 2024

Transit Fellow: Zero-Emission Buses

Firm Name
Northern Virginia Transportation Commission
Firm Location
Arlington, VA
Firm Website
https://novatransit.org/

Description

The Transit Fellow Program is an opportunity for current or future students with an interest in the transit industry to gain valuable, real-world experience. The Fellow will work closely with the Transit Technology Senior Program Manager to implement the strategies of NVTC’s Northern Virginia Zero-Emission Bus Strategic Plan. They will also assist other staff, as needed. We are seeking applicants to begin the Fellowship in late spring or early summer, with a flexible start date based on school calendar. This Fellowship can be extended into the fall.

You can read the full job description, including directions on how to apply, here: https://novatransit.org/employment-opportunities/transit-fellow-spring-2024/

Job Details

Job Type
 Internship
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  03/19/2024

Contact Information

Contact Email
opportunities@novatransit.org

Job Category:
Resiliency, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Part-Time Planner

February 26, 2024

Part-Time Planner

Firm Name
City of Brevard
Firm Location
Brevard, NC
Firm Website
https://www.cityofbrevard.com

Description

The City of Brevard Planning Department is currently a small team of five but is looking to expand with a part-time person to handle a variety of planning functions. This position is new, and we expect it to evolve based on the breadth of experience, education, and overall strengths of the candidate, which should generally fall in one or more of the following areas: long-range planning, development code amendments, grant writing and administration, affordable housing, GIS, floodplain administration, architecture, transportation planning, development plan review, and zoning administration.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-paced environment where your work will cross all disciplinary boundaries from zoning administration to long-range planning and joining a dynamic planning team. Throughout our work, we strive to make connections between people, places, urban form, nature, and the built environment by continually evaluating and updating adopted plans and refining land use regulations and Code of Ordinances. The department relies on teamwork to work toward common goals and encourages independent thinking and initiative and the ability to use theoretical and practical aspects of urban planning to benefit the organization and the citizenry at large. Hours are flexible, but some evening meetings may be required.

See PDF for full job description.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Position Details: View complete job listing

Contact Information

Contact Name
Aaron Bland
Contact Email
aaron.bland@cityofbrevard.com
Contact Phone
(828) 885-5630

The contact is a Carolina Planning alum.

Job Category:
Community Development, GIS, Housing, Land Use, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

System Development Internship

February 21, 2024

System Development Internship

Firm Name
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Firm Location
Jacksonville, FL
Firm Website
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Description

This position is part of the System Development Division.

2024 Summer Internship Opportunities with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)

Program Date: June 3, 2024 – August 9, 2024

System Development Division

Detailed Description

Looking for an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience in the transportation industry? Look no further than the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)! JTA is currently seeking talented and motivated individuals to join us as interns within our four main divisions: Administration, Operations, Finance, and System Development.

As an intern, you will have the chance to work alongside experienced professionals in your field of interest and learn valuable skills that will prepare you for a successful career. You will be given meaningful projects and responsibilities that will allow you to apply the knowledge you have gained in the classroom to real-world situations.

At JTA, we are committed to providing our interns with a supportive and inclusive environment. As an intern, you will receive mentorship and guidance from your supervisor and other JTA leaders. You will also have opportunities to network with other professionals in the transportation industry and attend trainings and workshops to further enhance your skills.

The available internship opportunities are as follows in the System Development Division:

  • Automation & Innovation
    • Autonomous Vehicles
    • AV Technology, Electrical, Mechanical, Software Engineering
  • Skyway
    • Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
    • Data Science
    • IT Software
    • Business
  • Planning & Sustainability
    • Planning
    • Sustainability
    • GIS
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Office of Small Business & Community Impact

Job Requirements

Requirements:

  • Applicants must be currently enrolled as a junior or senior in high school, trade school, college undergraduate, or a graduate student in an accredited College or University program.
  • Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Applicants must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during the internship period.
  • Applicants must be able to pass a security background check.

To apply, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to JTA’s Human Resources department. In your cover letter, please indicate which division and department you are most interested in and why.

Join JTA and be part of the transportation revolution that is transforming the city of Jacksonville! We look forward to hearing from you.

Additional Details

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is a public transit service provider governed by requirements of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).

Due to the nature of some work performed at the JTA/JTM some jobs are classified as ‘Safety Sensitive’ and are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use. All offers for employment are required to undergo pre-employment and possible random drug testing. If test shows a positive result your application for employment will be rejected, or if hired, employment may be terminated.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

View the application using the link here: Job Details (jtafla.com)

Job Details

Job Type
 Internship
Paid Y/N
  Paid

Contact Information

Contact Name
Eric Houston
Contact Email
EHouston@jtafla.com

Job Category:
Internship, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Planner II

February 20, 2024

Planner II

Firm Name
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Firm Location
Jacksonville, FL, US
Firm Website
https://xvenemp-pjtai.jtafla.com/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?OAFunc=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&OAMC=R&p_svid=13248&p_spid=660088&p_lang_code=US

Description

Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager – Strategic and Regional Planning, responsible for transportation planning, project management, project development, planning analysis and forecasting, environmental analysis, and GIS and data analysis activities for the Planning and Sustainability division.

 

See link for more details about the position and for how to apply.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid

Contact Information

Contact Name
Eric Houston
Contact Email
ehouston@jtafla.com
Contact Phone
(904) 630-3122

Job Category:
Community Development, Economic Development, Other, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Associate

February 20, 2024

Associate

Firm Name
Clarion Associates
Firm Location
Denver, CO
Firm Website
https://clarionassociates.com/

Description

Please see attached pdf.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  03/22/2024
Start Date
  04/15/2024
Position Details: View complete job listing

Contact Information

Contact Name
Darcie White
Contact Email
denverhiring@clarionassociates.com

Job Category:
Community Development, Environmental Planning, GIS, Housing, Land Use, Transportation
Job Sector:
Private

Aviation Environmental Specialist

February 14, 2024

Aviation Environmental Specialist

Firm Name
Aeronautics, Caltrans-California Department of Transportation
Firm Location
Sacamento, CA
Firm Website
https://www.dot.ca.gov

Description

Under the general direction of the Aeronautics Division Chief, the incumbent performs a variety of complex planning and technical functions including administering California Airport Noise Regulations, evaluating aircraft noise studies, and preparing recommendations for noise variance issues. From the perspective of noise impacts, safety, and other environmental hazards incumbent will lead California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) reviews at Agency level, for Caltrans funded projects, and airport permit applications. The incumbent will be the program lead and subject matter expert on sustainable fuels and equity considerations for Aeronautics. The incumbent has a deep commitment to Caltrans’ strategic goals and vision, providing excellent customer service, and advancing equity through all efforts.

The incumbent has a deep commitment to Caltrans’ strategic goals and vision, providing excellent customer service, and advancing equity through all efforts.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Planner Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.

The job application portal can be found here: https://jobs.transportation.org/job/caltrans-sacramento-california-usa-16-jc-415015-aviation-environmental-specialist/.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  02/20/2024
Start Date
  05/01/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Matt Friedman
Contact Email
matthew.friedman@dot.ca.gov
Contact Phone
(916) 521-4743

The contact is a Carolina Planning alum.

Job Category:
Environmental Planning, Land Use, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Principal Shoreline Development Analyst

February 2, 2024

Principal Shoreline Development Analyst

Firm Name
San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC)
Firm Location
San Francisco, CA
Firm Website
https://bcdc.ca.gov/

Description

: The Principal Shoreline Development Analyst is a unique position that takes an active role in shaping the development of the San Francisco Bay shoreline as well as in supervising and molding BCDC’s Shoreline Development permitting program. As a permit analyst, you will interact with project proponents, fellow agencies, and a wide range of BCDC staff to shepherd projects through the permitting process. This is a highly collaborative position, both internally and externally, where you will be working with policies such as the Bay Plan’s public access, climate change, and environmental justice policies to create world-class public spaces that provide resilient, sustainable, and equitable opportunities for the public to enjoy and experience the Bay. You will have the opportunity to manage many of the most high-profile and complex permitting and regulatory matters before the Commission and work closely with the Shoreline Development Program Manager to help lead the day-to-day operations of the Shoreline Development Permits team.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  02/16/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Katharine Pan
Contact Email
katharine.pan@bcdc.ca.gov

Job Category:
Environmental Planning, Land Use, Resiliency, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Capital Program Planning Analyst

February 1, 2024

Capital Program Planning Analyst

Firm Name
MBTA
Firm Location
Boston, MA
Firm Website
https://www.mbta.com/

Description

Apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mbta/jobs/4365823/analyst-capital-program-planning

The MBTA is hiring for an Analyst to support the analysis and integration of a variety of data sources and technology solutions to strengthen agency decision-making and improve the overall transparency of the MBTA’s Capital Investment Plan (CIP). The CIP is a short-term, financially constrained capital plan that allows the MBTA to execute its strategic priorities. The Analyst will work with the Deputy Director of Capital Data Strategy and stakeholders across the MBTA to conduct quantitative analyses, develop insights using data visualization tools, and streamline processes to support internal decision-making.

Duties & Responsibilities
– Perform or conduct analyses of available data as they relate to the MBTA’s overall capital program including but not limited to asset information, project schedule and milestones, and financial data.
– Assist in the implementation of new technology solutions and business processes to improve the quality of analysis and inform decision making regarding the MBTA’s capital program.
– In collaboration with the Capital Program Planning team, support the development and integration of data visualization tools using ArcGIS, Tableau, and other platforms.
– Support annual asset performance data collection and submission activities, including Federal Transit Administration (FTA) transit asset management (TAM) reporting and the MassDOT Tracker.
– Work with Capital Program Planning and Asset Management partners to support integration of new data sources, scoring methodologies, and business processes associated with the Capital Needs Assessment (CNA).
– Identify opportunities to continue to improve MBTA policies and processes to maximize the impact of capital investments and improve transparency.
– Support the development of executive-level and public-facing presentations, memos, and other materials to support the overall Capital Program Planning team.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  02/10/2024
Start Date
  02/01/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Walker Harrison
Contact Email
wharrison@mbta.com

The contact is a Carolina Planning alum.

Job Category:
Other, Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Regional Transportation Planner

January 31, 2024

Regional Transportation Planner

Firm Name
Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments
Firm Location
Henderson, NC
Firm Website
https://www.kerrtarcog.org/

Description

Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments seeks a highly motivated individual to join a team of professionals who work to plan and implement collaborative projects in the Kerr-Tar region. The Regional Transportation Planner will coordinate the transportation planning activities for the Kerr-Tar Rural Planning Organization (RPO) for the Counties of Franklin, Granville, Person Vance and Warren. Planner will serve as staff to the RPO Rural Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) and to the RPO Rural Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC); apply knowledge of transportation concepts, regional planning organizations and impact studies to provide staff support to advisory boards and elected officials; provides GIS assistance for transportation, environmental and other planning projects as needed; conduct specialized research; perform special studies such as traffic counts, corridor studies, crash analysis, bicycle and pedestrian facility inventory and assessments or socioeconomic, demographic and land use inventories. The Regional Transportation Planner coordinates with and provides technical assistance to a variety of local and state transportation officials, elected officials, local government staff, the general public, consultants and others on projects and plans.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of a technical school or college with an associate’s degree in urban studies, political science, sociology, geography, public administration, planning, or a related field, preferably working with transportation or community planning or other relevant training and experience. Some experience in municipal, county, or regional transportation preferred. Candidates with any level of experience, including internships, working with a regional planning organization or other regional agency are encouraged to apply. Recent and impending graduates with professional degrees are encouraged to apply as well.

Salary will be competitive and based on experience, with a hiring range of $58,000 – $60,000 annually. Kerr-Tar Regional 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; and flexible spending account.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three references to Diane Cox, Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments, at info@kerrtarcog.org.

Please note, only electronic application materials emailed will be accepted for this position.

Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Council does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Position is open until filled.

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid

Contact Information

Contact Name
Diane Cox
Contact Email
info@kerrtarcog.org

Job Category:
Transportation
Job Sector:
Public

Senior Wake Transit Planner

January 29, 2024

Senior Wake Transit Planner

Firm Name
Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO)
Firm Location
Cary, NC
Firm Website
https://www.campo-nc.us/about-us/employment-opportunities

Description

CAMPO acts as one of the lead agencies for the Wake Transit Program, focused on the implementation of the Wake Transit Plan. This plan, which was adopted in 2016 and is supported by a voter-approved half-cent sales tax, is a combined investment strategy which reflects a vision for transit service development governed by the “Four Big Moves”: to connect regionally; to connect all Wake County communities; to provide frequent and reliable urban mobility; and to provide enhanced access to transit.

The Senior Wake Transit Planner position will be a member of CAMPO’s Wake Transit team, a group that is focused on ensuring the transformative goals of the Wake Transit Plan become a reality. The person in this position will be focused on providing project management and oversight related to Wake Transit Plan implementation elements in coordination with the CAMPO Wake Transit Program Manager.

Anticipated hiring range – $78,873-$89,440

Job Details

Job Type
 Permanent
Paid Y/N
  Paid
Application Due
  02/16/2024
Start Date
  03/11/2024

Contact Information

Contact Name
Ben Howell
Contact Email
ben.howell@campo-nc.us
Contact Phone
(984) 542-3609

Job Category:
Transportation
Job Sector:
Public