Transportation Planner

This position performs technical and professional transportation planning work for the region. Work includes tasks such as technical research and writing; gathering statistics and field data; analyzing data, preparing reports; developing recommendations; preparing GIS data and maps; providing technical assistance to the local government members; planning and participating in various public participation processes; supporting groups and committees made up of citizen and public officials; evaluating programs; preparing and presenting reports; and complying with grant reporting regulations. Work requires considerable knowledge of rural transportation planning and of planning concepts as well as independent judgment and initiative in the performance of duties. This position requires travel including attending various regional or state transportation planning meetings, special traffic and corridor studies, various data gathering and analysis meetings, night and weekend attendance is required as needed. Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required. Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Transportation, Planning or related field and professional experience in transportation planning work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Hiring Range $46,600-68,200 DOQ. Applicants should submit cover letter, resume and PD 107 to Eastern Carolina Council, PO Box 1717, New Bern, NC 28563 or jmiller@eccog.org.