Centralina Council of Governments (CCOG) seeks an energetic, self-directed individual to assist in the coordination of land use, transportation, public engagement, and economic development projects related to outcomes from the CONNECT Our Future Regional Growth Framework. Projects will primarily focus on transportation choice, including transit, freight, and emerging transportation technologies, as well as the creation of land use plans, the development and update of local zoning and subdivision ordinances, and assisting local governments with a variety of planning related projects.

The successful applicant 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 internal drive.

The Volpe Center seeks Technology Policy Analysts to help transform transportation systems, programs, and policies. Work at Volpe includes topics across transportation modes ranging from emerging technologies to resilience and safety at the federal, state, and local levels. We are an innovative and diverse group looking for energetic individuals to join us as we work to advance transportation innovation for the public good.

The Transit Service Planner is responsible for developing and analyzing bus route and schedule plans, including near-term transit service changes, 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.

Job Summary
This position performs professional and technical work in current and long-range programs related to the development and implementation of transportation plans and policies, capital improvements, infrastructure development and other City projects and programs; and implementation of the community’s pedestrian and bicycle master plan (Walk Bike Columbia) and the active transportation system for the City; and performs related work as assigned. This position supports educational and encouragement activities related to public outreach with regard to active transportation. This is a highly visible position that requires significant contact with the public, neighborhood groups, and public sector staff across numerous levels of jurisdiction. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. The position requires knowledge of the principals and practices of transportation and active transportation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Coordinates the implementation of the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan;
Coordinates and advises City staff and regional and state agencies with regard to planning for, design of, and implementation and delivery of urban active transportation projects and programs;
Develops and/or assists in the development and implementation of land use, growth management, infrastructure and other plans to meet the City’s needs related to transportation; evaluates land use proposals, development designs (site plans), subdivision plans, etc., for compliance with recommendations of the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and codes and regulations related thereto;
Promotes the benefits, safety, and accessibility of active transportation use for residents of the city;
Develops, coordinates, implements and maintains a series of policies and design standards for road diets, traffic calming, integration of mass transit with active transportation, parking, and similar and maintains a working knowledge of new and innovate concepts;
Develops yearly recommendations for annual budget based upon implementation priorities of the Comprehensive Plan and identifies funding opportunities and prepares applications for grant projects, programs, or awards;
Analyzes reports, studies, and related information and makes recommendations for improving the accessibility and safety of all users within the right-of-way;
Attends meetings of and supports the Bike Pedestrian Advisory Committee; researches, gathers, interprets and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; prepares a variety of studies, briefs and reports for decision-making and presentation purposes and maintains records pertinent to active transportation programs and projects;
Coordinates the collection of pedestrian and bicycle counts throughout the city and maintains a database documenting such counts; provides recommendations for system improvements based upon usage and data collection;
Acts as lead project manager for multiple diverse transportation planning projects;
Prepares and submits the Bike Friendly and Walk Friendly tri-annual applications;
Participates in department marketing and public relations efforts;
Performs routine administrative / clerical work as required, including entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, assembling materials, typing reports and correspondence, etc.;
Attends training, seminars, conferences, meetings, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning, transportation engineering, urban planning, or civil engineering with an emphasis on active transportation or a closely related field;
Three (3) years of relevant prior experience to include active transportation;
Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is considered light in nature and involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

The City of Charlotte is offering a transportation planning internship in the Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT). The intern will work with CDOT’s Planning and Design Division, assisting with the various plans, programs, projects, and studies required to meet these objectives.

The day-to-day work and philosophy of the division is reflected in the City’s Transportation Action Plan, Urban Street Design Guidelines, Charlotte BIKES and Charlotte WALKS plans, available for review on the City’s website.

The Planner I/Zoning Administrator position reports to the Planning Director and performs technical, administrative, investigative work as well as inspections for compliance with various ordinances including but not limited to zoning, subdivision, historic preservation, and sign regulations.

To be effective in this role, the ideal candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication skills including considerable tact and professionalism. The ideal candidate will have prior planning and zoning administration experience, preferably within a municipal setting. Additionally, all employees are responsible for upholding the core values of the organization including but not limited to exhibiting professional behavior, acting as a role model to others, displaying a positive and cooperative attitude, communicating effectively, as well as developing an expert knowledge with all job tasks. Being a team player within the organization is essential for this position.

PeopleForBikes Foundation is seeking a Local Innovation Research Manager who will be responsible for developing and executing an ongoing research program that supports the work of the local innovation team including the PlacesForBikes City Ratings and Final Mile projects. These efforts include proactively telling the PlacesForBikes story via data/research, identifying and aggregating existing data, creating and maintaining partnerships with research providers, conducting primary research, and networking with internal and external stakeholders. This position is located at the PeopleForBikes headquarters in Boulder, Colorado.

PeopleForBikes Coalition is seeking an Industry Research Manager who will be responsible for developing and executing an ongoing research program that supports specific initiatives, the organizational mission of PeopleForBikes, and the bicycle industry including sales trends, bicycle participation, member attitudes, and connecting the dots between building great places to ride and industry growth. These efforts include proactively telling the PeopleForBikes story via data/research, identifying and aggregating existing data, creating and maintaining partnerships with research providers, conducting primary research, leveraging Ride Spot data, and supporting the industry through market intelligence. This position is located at the PeopleForBikes headquarters in Boulder, Colorado.

This class is the sixth level in a ten-level Engineering Series devoted to providing paraprofessional engineering support, inspection and professional civil engineering for a variety of public works and environmental functions and projects. Incumbents perform specialized engineering work requiring the professional applications in the planning design, construction, inspection and/or coordination of projects.

The Deputy Director serves as an integral part of the management team of the Planning and Inspections Department. Reporting directly to the Planning and Inspections Director, this position assists in implementing the full work program of the department while directly managing and leading the work of the Building Inspections, Code Enforcement, and Central Permitting Divisions.