Program Analyst (Transportation Planner III)

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This position is responsible for overseeing statewide planning initiatives/tasks and providing technical assistance with regards to multimodal transportation planning and programming to various internal and external stakeholders throughout the state. Specific areas of responsibility are management of statewide programs and projects, assisting with planning initiatives, programmatic guidance development, coordination with internal and external partners, and implementation of activities relative to federal and state planning programs, initiatives, requirements, and policies. Key responsibilities may include: leading statewide planning tasks and studies, supporting strategic planning efforts, management and/or conducting special statewide and regional studies, conducting technical research projects, creation of planning and project development best practices, assisting staff in strategic prioritization and federal funding processes, leading public outreach efforts. This position may also be asked to lead research, policy implementation, and related tasks; ensure the Division is meeting federal and state programmatic requirements; ensure the Division is on target to meet other metrics identified by the Division; provide guidance to other business units in NCDOT; and describe the work of the Division in public presentations. This employee works under the supervision of the Statewide Planning and Programming Manager in the Planning and Programming Section.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• In-depth knowledge of multimodal, bicycle, pedestrian and transit planning principles, techniques, and procedures and their interrelationship
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of Federal and State laws, guidelines and funding programs related to multimodal, bicycle, pedestrian and public transportation infrastructure and systems
• Demonstrated ability to concurrently manage multiple planning and research projects and studies
• Demonstrated ability to direct, organize and oversee the activities of consultants and research partners
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and oral formats and establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of state, federal and/or local officials