Description

NC Conservation Network (NCCN) is looking for an organized and team-oriented advocate to be our new Transportation Campaigns Manager. Working as part of the NC Conservation Network team, and in partnership with dozens of partner organizations across the state, the Transportation Campaigns Manager leads our advocacy on transportation and state-level land use policies. This Spring, the NC Department of Transportation (NC DOT) finalized the Clean Transportation Plan, which spotlights the need to reduce vehicle miles traveled and to rapidly electrify North Carolina’s transportation sector to reach climate emissions goals. Beyond emissions reductions, North Carolina needs sustained progress in transportation and land use policy to build a healthy, sustainable economy that works for all residents of the state.

Objective
The Transportation Campaigns Manager coordinates coalition workgroups and advances advocacy campaigns through policy writing, strategic advice, legislative monitoring, and direct lobbying of decision makers. The Manager works to ensure that policy solutions advance equity and a sustainable economy as well as reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Much of the work requires ongoing relationships with state legislators, staff in the Governor’s Office, and officials in state agencies, as well as with partners in local government and with advocacy organizations across the state. The Manager reports directly to NCCN’s Policy Director. The position is based in Raleigh with occasional travel around and beyond the state. Hours during the legislative session can be non-traditional.

Location
Our office is located in downtown Raleigh, NC. NCCN operates on a hybrid schedule, with staff expected to be in the office or working in the field twice a week, and eligible to work from home the remainder of the time. NOTE: NCCN is continually re-assessing the hybrid work environment (with input from staff), and expectations may change going forward based on collective feedback and the organization’s needs.
Responsibilities

Develop and participate in coalition campaigns on transportation and land use policy
The Transportation Campaigns Manager actively designs and participates in policy campaigns to promote the electrification of public and private vehicle fleets, re-orientation of state transportation priorities, and reform of the state transportation system to better serve all North Carolinians. As a related but secondary area of focus, the Manager advocates for or against state-level bills and proposed rules that shape land use patterns and local planning authority. In the service of policy campaigns, the Manager conducts legal and policy research, drafts comment letters, develops strategy, drafts factsheets and talking points, and cultivates relationships with decision makers.

Host policy advocacy working groups
The Manager hosts meetings for standing workgroups of transportation advocates. Depending on the pace of campaigns, these meetings can occur weekly to quarterly. The Manager ensures that working groups are inclusive, efficient, and support a high level of trust and coordination among participating advocates. In addition, the Manager participates in workgroups hosted by partners.

Coordinate with NCCN colleagues
The Manager collaborates with NCCN colleagues who are tracking environmental legislation, helping shape expenditures of state and federal funding streams, and working to advance environmental equity. In addition, the Manager works closely with NCCN’s communications and organizing teams, drafting materials that are revised and shared with journalists and with NCCN’s activists and partners across the state.

Safeguard affiliate interests
The Manager works with NCCN affiliates on an individual basis to alert them to developments in transportation and growth policy, to help them design their advocacy strategies, and to introduce them to contacts in state agencies or other advocacy groups.

Serve in stakeholder meetings
The Manager periodically represents NCCN in legislative or agency-initiated meetings that include state and local officials and staff and other stakeholders. During these initiatives, the Manager is responsible for briefing NCCN affiliates and partners on the progress of negotiations and representing their needs in the process.
Qualifications

Critical Job Skills/Experience
• JD, or MA in city/regional planning or transportation planning
• Substantive knowledge of transportation policy, land use planning
• Experience or familiarity with strategies to advance environmental equity
• Ability to lead working groups and manage multiple work streams concurrently
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong writing skills

Preferred
• Experience with or close knowledge of North Carolina politics
• Experience working with state level advocacy organizations
• Familiarity with NC DOT’s strategic prioritization program
Salary/Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000, commensurate with applicable work experience. Employment with NC Conservation Network includes a full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement, as well as generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time. Health, dental, and vision premiums are covered at 100% for employees and 50% for dependents.

NCCN works with a population that is diverse in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, class, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, and physical and mental ability. We believe in the need for and the value of this diversity as part of any part of society. It is the policy of NCCN to work actively to build and maintain a program, a staff, and a Board that reflect this belief.

NCCN is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious affiliation, sex, gender identity, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at NCCN will be based solely on merit, qualifications, and skillset.
Application Instructions

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter by Friday, June 23, 2023.

Please address the cover letter to Grady McCallie, Policy Director, NC Conservation Network, 234 Fayetteville St, 5th floor, Raleigh, NC 27601, and send the email to grady@ncconservationnetwork.org with the subject Attn: Transportation Campaigns Manager Position.

We will request a writing sample at a later stage of the interview process.

Caltrans Aeronautics has an exciting opportunity available.
I am seeking a team member for the Office of Aviation Planning in the Caltrans Division of Aeronautics.at the Transportation and associate Transportation Planner level. We are currently working on several totally cool projects including the revision of the California Airport land Use Planning handbook and the California Aviation System Plan. AND…..we are doing some amazing work in the area of AAM. I have been with Caltrans for over 17 years and without a doubt the last year or so has been the most amazing. The world of transportation and especially aviation is changing at warp speed. Come and be a part of the revolution. Information is below, but always feel free to contact me. Join us in an exciting job opportunity as part of the Division of Aeronautics here at Caltrans!

Info is here; https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=380297

The Transportation Department plans, builds, and maintains a safe and vibrant multi-modal transportation network that supports safety, mobility, and environmental sustainability to provide a superior quality of life for our residents, businesses, and visitors. If you’re interested in helping bring innovative, community-focused transportation solutions to our community while growing in your career, come to Durham!

Hiring Range: $61,357.00 – $73,628.00
Workdays/Times: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(some after hours or weekend work may be required as part of engagement and outreach efforts)

This position supports and promotes the development of the City’s Vision Zero program. This includes developing goals and strategies that can be implemented through partnerships across agencies and sectors in order to meet the goal of zero fatalities and serious injuries on streets in Durham.

This position will have primary responsibilities for managing multiple facets of the program including: representing the City in developing the regional Vision Zero Action Plan; developing Vision Zero branding and awareness campaigns; conducting outreach on the Vision Zero Initiative; and participating in any local, regional or national activities in relation to supporting the City’s Vision Zero program; developing applications for grant funding to support Vision Zero activities, and overall communication of the City’s Vision Zero program.

Duties/Responsibilities
Helps to develop the region’s Vision Zero Action Plan through a collaborative process with internal and external stakeholders. Develops and manages the messaging, graphics, and narratives of websites, brochures, annual reports, and other communications materials. Conducts research studies, surveys, geospatial analyses, and interviews to inform walking and bicycling project planning and design.
Coordinates and contributes to the planning and development of capital projects that support the Vision Zero Action Plan and improve safety for road users. May assist in the design and implementation of “rapid-response” installations using measures such as lane markings, flex posts, and traffic signal timing changes.
Serves as coordinator for a Vision Zero Steering Committee that will include stakeholders from a diverse range of neighborhood/civic associations, advocacy groups, and members of the public. Collects input from stakeholders on transportation issues. Facilitates a two-way flow of information between external groups and internal team members.
Assures that members of the public are provided with access to timely, accurate, and precise information related to Transportation policies, programs, and projects.
Participates in departmental public relations efforts. Assists with the coordination and development of key program and project messaging. Disseminates general information to neighborhood leaders, advocacy groups and the public through grassroots outreach.
Contributes to program and project website content; contributes to production and distribution of department quarterly reports and newsletters.
Leads departmental public education efforts related to Vision Zero in the promotion and dissemination of critical transportation safety messaging through neighborhood and community partnerships and other means.
Prepares reports and correspondence.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s or equivalent.
Five (5) years of experience in transportation, marketing, strategic communications or related field.

Additional Preferred Skills
Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Geography, Public Policy, Communications, or a closely related field.
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record or obtain within 60 days of hire.
Knowledge or experience with statistics and/or scientific research studies.
Experience with presenting to elected officials, advisory boards, and/or high level management.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of transportation engineering, bicycle/pedestrian transportation, complete streets, transportation planning, urban design, traffic safety, traffic enforcement and construction.
Experience managing budgets and/or grants.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ArcGIS

The CDC’s Physical Activity and Health Branch is currently seeking applicants for an ORISE Fellow opportunity. This would be a great role for anyone interested in promoting physical activity through active transportation policy, systems, and community design and/or anyone pursuing the dual MPH/MCRP. The deadline to apply for this fellowship is August 30th. Please review and apply via the job announcement here: https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/CDC-NCCDPHP-DNPAO-2023-0179

This fellowship will provide training in the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity’s (DNPAO) Priority Strategy in Physical Activity: Increasing Physical Activity Through Community Design (https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/community-strategies/activity-friendly-routes-to-everyday-destinations.html). This strategy is focused on equitably increasing physical activity through the implementation of policies and activities to connect pedestrian, bicycle, or transit transportation networks (called activity-friendly routes) to everyday destinations, while being a team participant with a diverse group of public health professionals, including epidemiologists, behavioral scientists, and evaluation specialists. The selected participant will gain experience in research, evaluation, evidence synthesis, and translation for policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) strategies (e.g., active transportation plans, Complete Streets policies, comprehensive plans, demonstration projects, project funding criteria) related to equitably increasing physical activity through community design.

If you have additional questions about the nature of the work, please contact the position mentor, Heather Devlin (jji3@cdc.gov). If you have questions about the application process, after reviewing the program website, please email ORISE.CDC.NCCDPHP@orau.org and include the reference code for this opportunity.

The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency (RPA) is seeking to fill a Senior Planner (Planner 2) position in the Community Planning & Design Division.

WHY CHATTANOOGA?

Surrounded by mountains, rivers and lakes, Chattanooga and Hamilton County, Tennessee, offer a little bit of everything. Chattanooga boasts the fastest internet service in the western hemisphere,
with 10 gigabit service available for every home and business. A thriving downtown, located along the Tennessee River, is brimming with shops, dining and history. With an emphasis on sustainability, Chattanooga recently adopted a new Climate Action Plan, and
Volkswagen’s new ID.4 electric vehicle is being assembled locally. Awarded Outdoor Magazine’s “Best Town Ever” title for two years, the Scenic City boasts a range of outdoor offerings.

WHY THE RPA?

Community Planning & Design is a division of the RPA that focuses on area planning, placemaking, and urban design. Our division’s work program for the next two years will be focused on
developing Area Plans that cover all of Hamilton County. A new Place Types palette will be applied to each Area Plan. We will also be developing more detailed plans for designated mixed-use centers in each area.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates for this position should have strong experience in physical land use planning. We are looking for someone who also has experience in GIS to complement our team.
A background in urban design, architecture, or landscape architecture, is also preferred, but not required.

The full JOB DESCRIPTION and ONLINE APPLICATION* are available at:

https://fa-eqto-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/requisitions/preview/230275

*Listed as Planner 2

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 by 11:59PM

Research Assistant / Research Associate Available

Make a difference in transportation safety! Toxcel’s Engineering and Behavioral Sciences Division provides technical support to Federal and state customers in the areas of transportation safety and operations, human factors, cognitive and social psychology, civil engineering, public health, communications and outreach, statistics, and other research areas. Our motto is “Scientific Excellence to Serve Others.”

Toxcel currently has an open transportation research support position that includes but is not limited to the following types of tasks: literature reviews, research study support (e.g., recruitment of participants, running data collection in the lab/field, interviews, report writing), supporting outreach such as webinars, focus groups, and meetings (e.g., note-taking at meetings, developing materials), supporting proposal development (e.g., coordinating, file management, developing content), formatting and editing reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree is a minimum requirement. Preference for candidates in the social sciences (psychology, sociology, public health, English, business, etc.), but candidates in the physical sciences or engineering will also be considered.
• Basic knowledge of the scientific method and research design and analysis. The ideal candidate will understand how to read and evaluate research papers. Candidates also should be able to conduct basic research using library databases, internet searches, media reports, legislative documents, etc.
• Analytical thinking and synthesis of information. Candidates should be able to critically review research materials for quality, accuracy, and interpretation. Candidates also should be able to contribute to conversations with other staff to develop research questions and hypotheses and approach.
• Attention to detail. Candidates need the ability to follow instructions, carefully read and promptly respond to emails and other communication, and develop well-written work products. Candidates should be willing to ask well-thought-out questions and follow-up if clarification is needed.
• Excellent written communication. Candidates should have strong writing skills and may be asked to provide a writing sample from previous jobs or coursework. Our work requires the development of convincing, credible, and clearly-written products such as proposals, work plans, literature reviews, policy analysis, research reports, and peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Ability to work independently. Most Toxcel staff and our clients work remotely, although we are very collaborative. Candidates should be comfortable working remotely and capable of initiating and/or participating in conversations/meetings using the phone and Microsoft Teams.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn. Toxcel is a small business, so staff fill roles as needed. This position offers opportunities to gain skills and experience in all aspects of research across a variety of topics. The ideal candidate will be willing to absorb information and procedures, learn new topic areas, and adapt to new challenges.
• Specialized knowledge in transportation, safety, human factors, data science and statistics, or public health are highly desirable but not required.
• Some travel may be required (less than 10%).

Toxcel has an office in Gainesville, VA but the majority of employees in the Engineering and Behavioral Sciences Division work remotely from home. Candidates located in the Washington DC metropolitan area are preferred, but it is not required. Consideration will be given to candidates located outside of the area based on their resume and experience.

For more information about Toxcel, go to www.toxcel.com.

For more information or to apply, send resume and cover letter to Carrie Redden at carrie.redden@toxcel.com.

This position will lead and support projects focused on sustainable transportation, transportation planning, and operations, travel demand management, and technology planning, development, and deployment. ICF’s transportation projects support local transportation agencies, MPOs, state DOTs, and multiple federal transportation agencies. Transportation Planners work on multiple projects concurrently and are expected to work as part of teams to execute tasks that support the delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services. The Transportation Planner should have a background in sustainable transportation, excellent written and oral communication skills, quantitative analysis skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

Minimum qualifications are a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public policy, environmental science, or transportation engineering (Master’s degree preferred), with 5+ plus years of full-time work experience in transportation planning and analysis.

https://icf.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/ICFExternal_Career_Site/job/Arlington-VA-VA31/Transportation-Planner_R2301762

DDOT is looking for a recent graduate for this role, a backfill for a DCRP graduate. The work ranges from public space activation, pedestrian/bicycle planning studies, and development review. DDOT has great benefits and is full of passionate planners. Reach out to me at emma.blondin@dc.gov if you have any questions about the job.

Official description:

Leads neighborhood-scale transportation planning studies focused on improving safety and mobility through short- and medium-term improvements including the use of tactical materials. Responsibilities include developing scopes of work for consultants, analyzing data, leading intra-agency coordination, developing project recommendations, managing project implementation, and presenting to the community. Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations to decision bodies about private development impacts to the District’s multi-modal transportation network and public space. Reviews applications for public space permits for compliance with District standards.

Establishes policies, standards, and guidelines for streetscapes to support safe, multimodal, and vibrant public spaces. Supports DDOT’s expanding roster of public space activation programs including Open Streets, Arts in the Right of Way (AROW), and Streateries. Serves as a Ward planner for up to two District of Columbia Wards. Responsibilities include developing a mastery of ongoing projects and transportation issues within the Wards, providing design review of DDOT capital project projects, and analyzing and recommending solutions to safety and mobility issues identified by a variety of stakeholders.

Interested in a deeper understanding of how transit agencies work? Join us in the Office of the President for the summer!

Why you should apply:

Unique opportunity for gaining visibility across the largest transit agency in the U.S.
High-level exposure to executive leaders
Opportunities to flex qualitative and quantitative muscles
An in-person office experience to quickly hone skills and meet colleagues
You’ll be in New York for the summer!

What you’ll work on:

One of the many strategic projects led by the Office of the President that cut across department silos

See the full job posting for project examples.

How we’ll work together:

You’ll be paired with one of the Senior Advisors in the Office of the President (most likely Brittany Montgomery – a MST/MCP grad)
Work will be iterative, fast-paced, and will include exposure to the field

How you’ll be paid:

Graduate student interns: Hourly pay of $20-22, as determined by MTA Internship Program, for up to 35 hours/week in the summer
Potential for continued part-time work, pending performance, in Fall 2023

How to apply:

Send resume and current transcript (unofficial PDF is fine) to studentprograms@nyct.com and cc Brittany.montgomery@nyct.com

Do you have an interest in working for local government and a passion for bike, pedestrian, and greenway planning? Cary’s Transportation Department, which oversees a variety of civil engineering and transportation planning projects, is seeking a summer intern in transportation planning, civil engineering, city planning, landscape architecture, or a related field. This position will perform administrative, technical, research and data collection work supporting project managers. A key project in this role will be assisting with Cary’s Bike and Micromobility Plan development, an exciting initiative which began this year.

This is a seasonal internship for approximately 20-25 hours/week. The position will be available in May 2023 through August 2023. This position is located in Cary’s Town Hall with occasional telework days.

Learn more and apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/townofcary/jobs/3971681/transportation-planning-intern