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. Based on your interests and experience, you will have the opportunity to work closely with NVTC staff within one of our programs – WMATA, Commuter Choice, Transit Resource Center or Transit Technology – or with members of our Communications or Finance & Administration teams. We are seeking applicants to begin the Fellowship in early May or June 2023 for three (3) to six (6) months.

More information is available here: https://novatransit.org/employment-opportunities/

The Intern will be developing a methodology to help DDOT identify critical trail gaps in the existing multi-use trail network. There are over 60 miles of multi-use trails for bicyclists and pedestrians throughout the District of Columbia. Strategy 22 of the MoveDC Plan, Build More Trails in the Capital Trails Network, requires DDOT to develop a methodology to measure the extent to which a project improves trail network connectivity.

Intern Skills:
– Experience in research and analysis skills to review document
– Proficiency in presentation, visual display and communication of data, including GIS
– Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite (Words, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Educational Background:
– graduate Students with general knowledge of transportation planning and interest in active transportation.

Bi-Weekly Stipends of $1,600
To Apply, visit www.hutrc.ord/internships

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 2023, the DDOT Internship Summer Program will start around June 5th and run for 10 weeks, while the Semester Program will start on August 14th and run until the end of the year. *Check the list of 2023 internships on the right hand side of the website. Opportunities include internships working on trails, protected bike lanes, freight, bus priority and more.

This position is located in the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Planning and Sustainability Division (PSD), Project Planning Branch. The incumbent provides leadership in delivering transportation planning projects within the conceptual design phase of project development. The incumbent should have both an urban planning and civil/traffic engineering background and skills to conduct multimodal safety and design projects.

The five primary responsibilities with the Project Planning Branch include Project Management, development and evaluation of conceptual design alternatives, community engagement, environmental evaluation and approvals and initial right-of-way evaluation. Serves as a technical advisor for multimodal design and transportation planning projects. Ensures that all plans and policies will further the District’s Vision Zero goals.

Do you excel in an environment of authenticity, collaboration, and critical thinking? Do you have what it takes to think independently and make sound decisions and bring innovation and process improvement to the table? If you answered yes, then we invite you to apply to join the Capital Area MPO as our next Fiscal Analyst.

The Triangle region continues to experience unprecedented growth, producing a need for infrastructure improvements that offers a range of travel choices which are compatible with the character and development of our communities, sensitive to the environment, improve quality of life, and are safe and accessible for all. The Capital Area MPO works at the heart of identifying, planning, and implementing those improvements and the Fiscal Analyst is a key member of the team.

The Capital Area MPO recently adopted a new strategic plan to help guide our region’s transportation program through the next several years. The Capital Area MPO is expanding staff to implement the new strategic plan. We create, innovate, and work smarter. We focus on relationships and collaborate across all jurisdictions. We enjoy our work and have fun doing it. At the Capital Area MPO, you can join a team dedicated to meeting the needs of our members and the public and ensure our region remains one of the best places to live, work and play.

We are searching for a leader capable of being the driving force behind the implementation of multiple financial projects and initiatives. Through effective relationship-building and collaboration while leaning on a foundation of financial management and accounting methodologies, the Fiscal Analyst will provide financial and accounting administration for the MPO. In the next year, as our organization transitions to a new Enterprise Resource System, the fiscal analyst may participate in multiple groups to ensure a successful transition.

This position performs complex, responsible professional analytical, administrative, and technical work in support of financial, grant administration, and business operations activities for the Capital Area MPO and requires a high level of independent judgement and analysis to address operational needs.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the CAMPO Finance Director/Operations Manager.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $71,531 – $81,120

Typical Tasks
Your day-to-day work may include, but is not limited to:

• Performing analysis, reviews and/or audits financial information to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable policies and requirements;
• Monitoring and administering fiscal accounting procedures, protocols, transactions, and/or system interfaces; identifies discrepancies, variances and financial irregularities; performs reconciliations; analyzing issues and recommending problem resolution with various parties/stakeholders;
• Serving as a liaison to provide internal/external customer support; performing research and review of financial accounts, budget transfers, contract documentation, grant funding, payments/receipts, billing, requisitions, asset tracking and lease information, and/or other fiscal processes;
• Performing analysis of financial data; develops, updates, and maintains financial reports, datasets, statements, journal entries, schedules, agendas, projections, and/or presentations;
• Reviewing financial policies and practices; provides recommendations; assists in updating, implementation, and compliance with policies and protocols;
• Acting as MPO procurement coordinator and liaison;
• Providing professional and technical support of assigned programs and projects;
• Assisting with development, implementation, and maintenance of budgets;
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work under pressure on several projects simultaneously and within time constraints; ability to analyze a problem and make independent judgments without close supervision; ability to analyze financial information and cash balances; ability to perform independent research and development recommendations; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to supervise other personnel; ability to deal effectively with the general public; ability to adapt to changing technology.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, public administration or a related field and a minimum of two years experience in financial management, operations, program management, and/or administrative oversight.

Preference will be given to candidates with a Master’s Degree in finance, accounting, public administration or a related field.

Working knowledge in the Oracle system is a plus.

CONDITIONS OF CAMPO EMPLOYMENT:
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work in this class is generally sedentary. An employee must be able to talk and hear in order to communicate with staff and others. Visual acuity is necessary in order to read and write handwritten and typewritten materials and view a computer terminal. Work also requires the employee to have the physical agility to move about a typical office environment.

The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is responsible for regional long-range transportation planning for the rapidly growing region in the Raleigh, NC urban area. The MPO recently adopted a new strategic plan to help guide our region’s transportation program through the next several years. The Capital Area MPO is expanding staff to implement the new strategic plan. We create, innovate, and work smarter. We focus on relationships and collaboration across all jurisdictions. We enjoy our work and have fun doing it. At the Capital Area MPO, you can join a team dedicated to meeting the needs of our members and the public and ensure our region remains one of the best places to live, work and play.

The Triangle region continues to experience unprecedented growth, producing a need for infrastructure improvements that offers a range of travel choices and are compatible with the character and development of our communities, sensitive to the environment, improve quality of life, and are safe and accessible for all. The Capital Area MPO works at the heart of identifying, planning, and implementing those improvements and the Transportation Planner is a key member of the team. The Transportation Planner has the opportunity to be involved in a variety of long-range planning studies, public engagement efforts, transportation project development, and technical analysis.

This position performs regional multi-modal transportation planning activities and is performed under the general supervision of the Deputy Director. This position is based out of the CAMPO offices in Cary. This position may be eligible for partial telework schedule after the successful completion of an initial probationary period.

Anticipated hiring range – $61,776 – $70,075

Typical Tasks
Your day-to-day work may include, but is not limited to:

• Review local transportation plans for consistency with regional transportation plans;
• Support project managers with technical analysis and engagement efforts for various planning studies;
• Assist with the development and review of transportation recommendations for multi-modal transportation planning activities;
• Research and recommend policy or program enhancements for various MPO activities;
• Research, write and edit technical reports and documents;
• Coordinate regional meetings, including developing agendas and meeting summaries;
• Develop and implement reliable tools for technical analysis;
• Analyze and report on data from travel forecasting, traffic analysis, travel demand modeling or other technical analysis;
• Assist with the preparation of materials, agendas and presentations for policy boards, technical boards and committees, and other meetings with local, state, regional and federal staff and officials;
• Prepare and deliver presentations of technical material in a clear and meaningful way for a variety of audiences;
• Support public engagement activities, including supporting in-person and online engagement activities and contributing to the development of public engagement plans and reports;
• Assist with the coordination and review of TIP projects, including monitoring project development activities, ensuring adherence to regional long range adopted plans, and coordinating with local and state officials on project details;
• Represent the MPO on various stakeholder or technical groups or committees;
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work under pressure on several projects simultaneously and within time constraints; ability to analyze a problem and make independent judgments without close supervision; ability to analyze technical information, policies, and ordinances; ability to perform independent research and develop recommendations; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to supervise other personnel in a project coordination role; ability to deal effectively with the general public; ability to adapt to changing technology.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Any combination of experience equivalent to a graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering, geography, or a related field and considerable experience in planning, engineering, geography or a related field.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in MS Office, ArcGIS, and TransCAD. Preference will be given to candidates with AICP certification or the ability to obtain this certification.

CONDITIONS OF CAMPO EMPLOYMENT:

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work in this class is generally sedentary and is typically performed indoors. An employee must be able to move throughout facilities freely to perform or observe work. An employee must have visual acuity to be able to read and write handwritten and typewritten materials, including being able to view a computer screen. An employee must have the ability to work safely in and around traffic and active construction sites occasionally. An employee must be able to talk and hear in order to communicate and respond to the public and other employees.

The Triangle region continues to experience unprecedented growth, producing a need for infrastructure improvements that offer a range of travel choices and are compatible with the character and development of our communities, sensitive to the environment, designed to improve quality of life and are safe and accessible for all. The Capital Area MPO (CAMPO) works at the heart of identifying, planning and implementing those improvements.

The Capital are MPO recently adopted a new strategic plan to help guide our region’s transportation program through the next several years and is expanding staff to aid in its implementation. We create, innovate and work smarter. We focus on relationships and collaborate across all jurisdictions. We enjoy our work and have fun doing it. At the Capital Area MPO, you can join a team dedicated to meeting the needs of our members and the public, while ensuring that our region remains one of the best places to live, work, and play.

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 Wake Transit Planner position will be the newest 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 supporting a variety of ongoing services related to the Wake Transit Plan implementation and the administrative support for the Wake County Transit Planning Advisory Committee (TPAC).

This position performs regional transit planning activities and is performed under the general supervision of the Wake Transit Program Manager. This position is based out of the CAMPO offices in Cary. This position may be eligible for partial telework schedule after the successful completion of an initial probationary period.

Anticipated hiring range – $61,776 – $70,075

Typical Tasks
Your day-to-day work may include, but is not limited to:

• Responsible for assisting in the development of various components of the annual Wake Transit Work Plan, including quarterly amendment requests;
• Assists in the development of elements of the multi-year service implementation plans (Wake Bus Plan, other Major Investment Studies, etc);
• Provide technical assistance to Community Funding Area program applicants and project sponsors;
• Provide administrative and coordination support for TPAC subcommittees;
• Support Wake Transit concurrence process;
• Assist with other Wake Transit activities and programs;
• Assists with maintenance of the online Wake Transit Performance Tracker;
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work under pressure on several projects simultaneously and within time constraints; ability to analyze a problem and make independent judgments without close supervision; ability to analyze technical information, policies, and ordinances; ability to perform independent research and develop recommendations; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to supervise other personnel in a project coordination role; ability to deal effectively with the general public; ability to adapt to changing technology.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Any combination of experience equivalent to a graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in planning, engineering, geography, or a related field and considerable experience in planning, engineering, geography or a related field.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in MS Office, ArcGIS, Remix, and TransCAD. Preference will be given to candidates with AICP certification or the ability to obtain this certification.

CONDITIONS OF CAMPO EMPLOYMENT:

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Requires a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work in this class is generally sedentary and is typically performed indoors. An employee must be able to move throughout facilities freely to perform or observe work. An employee must have visual acuity to be able to read and write handwritten and typewritten materials, including being able to view a computer screen. An employee must have the ability to work safely in and around traffic and active construction sites occasionally. An employee must be able to talk and hear in order to communicate and respond to the public and other employees.

Governor Cooper’s policy office is hiring a new policy advisor and we’re hoping you can help spread the word! The policy office advances Governor Cooper’s agenda through policy and budget development and stakeholder engagement.
Responsibilities of the policy advisor position include:
Researching and drafting policy briefs, memos, and executive orders and directives;Engaging with stakeholders and constituents; andWorking closely with cabinet agencies on policy priorities and implementation.

We’re looking for a detail- and deadline-oriented self-starter who is passionate about public service. Applicants must have outstanding communication skills and the ability to synthesize information across a wide variety of issue
areas. Portfolio may include environmental justice, environmental quality, natural and cultural resources, transportation, and military and veterans affairs issues.

Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to
rania.hassan@nc.gov by Wednesday, March 1.

Overview:
Bike Durham seeks to hire two summer interns to support the development of a People’s Vision for Durham’s Transportation Future. One position will be a planning intern; the other will be marketing & communications intern.

Interns will support our initiative to build a grassroots movement of residents and bus riders and transit employees to win changes resulting in a transportation system with zero deaths or serious injuries, zero carbon emissions, and zero racial disparity of access.

Bike Durham is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to use events, advocacy and education, to empower all people to walk, bike and ride transit more often. Our vision is a Durham where everyone has access to safe, affordable and sustainable transportation regardless of who they are or where they live.

Bike Durham currently has three full-time and three part-time staff, and is recruiting for a full-time advocacy campaign organizer. These two intern positions will work closely with the executive director, the advocacy campaign coordinator, and the director of development and communications.

Compensation
Each intern will be paid $17-$20 per hour for 30 hours per week for up to twelve (12) weeks. This is a hybrid work position with the flexibility to work remotely and access to the co-working community at ReCity in downtown Durham. Some evening and weekend work is required.

To Apply
Please send a one-page cover letter, a resume and a writing sample to jobs@bikedurham.org. In your cover letter please explain your qualifications for this work, why you are interested in this position with Bike Durham, and your relevant past experience.

Primary duties and responsibilities of the planning intern include, but are not limited to, the following:

– Research and recommend metrics to be tracked to hold governments accountable for progress toward zero traffic-related deaths or serious injuries, zero carbon emissions from the transportation sector, and zero racial disparity of access.
– Identify existing datasets and new data collection processes needed to track performance for the recommended metrics
– Where feasible, analyze and report on current performance for the recommended metrics
– Prepare case studies of policy changes at the local or regional level necessary to achieve the outcomes identified through community engagement.
– Participate in writing content for the People’s Vision for Durham’s Transportation Future
– Participate in community engagement activities

Qualified candidates will bring with them:
– Coursework in planning topics and techniques
– Coursework or experience in research, data analysis, and report writing
– Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to meet goals and deadlines while working independently
– Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to build trust and maintain relationships with diverse individuals by race, gender, age, economic status and an array of key stakeholder groups
– Strong communication skills; ability to write and speak clearly and persuasively, including in public settings
– High degree of professionalism, sensitivity to political dynamics, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
– Ability to work in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment
– Passionate about public transit, labor, environmental justice, and equity.
– Experience working in an environment where commitment to justice based on race, ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation and physical ability is an important institutional value.

Bike Durham is an equal opportunity employer.
We do not and will not discriminate in employment, recruitment, Board membership, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, or for any other discriminatory reason.

The City of Raleigh is seeking a Senior Transportation Planner to be primarily responsible for long range and comprehensive planning activities within Raleigh Transportation, including the review rezoning cases and amendments to the comprehensive plan. Sr. Transportation Planners also participate in other planning activities of the Transportation Strategy Group, such as transportation project conceptual design or participating in area and corridor plans. In addition, they may also serve as a lead worker, assigning work and monitoring work completion or may supervise professional, paraprofessional and/or support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures. The Sr. Transportation Planner is the primary staff liaison to the Planning Commission from the Transportation Department.

For more information and to apply, please view the full posting.

This position closes on March 2, 2023.