JOB
Performs senior-level technical planning, programming, or project support and performs a range of functions in an assigned organizational unit. The Senior Transportation Planner (Mobility Corridors) position will be responsible for assisting with planning and/or environmental studies in support of Mobility Corridors. They will work on high-impact, multimodal projects including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Rail and Active Transportation to advance key initiatives.
Recruitment Timelines: Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of July 27, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Supports analysis, both quantitative and qualitative, of transportation projects, programs, and policies
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Prepares specific components of scopes of work, financial plans, schedules, contracts, and agreements
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Schedules and coordinates meetings with Metro departments and external parties
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Participates in meetings with Metro staff, community organizations, cities, and other public agencies
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Assists in negotiations and execution of various agreements
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Manages small, single-site or region-wide projects or funding programs; manages small consultant contracts or assists with the management of large contracts
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Manages project schedules, budgets, tasks, and assigned activities
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Conducts analyses and makes policy recommendations
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Provides technical guidance to local jurisdictions and outside agencies on Metro programs
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Assists in evaluating the costs, benefits, and risks associated with various plans, programs, and projects
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Prepares and delivers reports, presentations, and correspondence
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Coordinates with other Metro departments on programs and projects
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Applies, develops, and implements statistical analysis procedures
May be required to perform other related job duties
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)
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Theories, principles, and practices of transportation, urban and regional planning, land use planning and regulations, programming, public financing techniques mobility, and/or fiscal analysis
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Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies, funding sources, real estate leasing, mobility and development practices
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Financial, analytical, statistical research, and mathematical processes and procedures
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Technical research methods, analysis, and innovation
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Best practices regarding project management and planning
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Applicable business software applications
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Emerging business models and opportunities to test new models of service delivery
Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)
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Conducting comprehensive planning studies and projects
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Identifying problems and analyzing data in pursuit of solutions and/or to test new models of service delivery
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Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions
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Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions
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Communicating effectively orally and in writing
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Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
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Mediating and negotiating
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Communicating project opportunities, risks, and constraints
Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)
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Compile and analyze complex data
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Meet tight time constraints and deadlines
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Convey ideas clearly and in a timely fashion
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Think and act independently
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Navigate Metro's complex organizational structure
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Develop and execute strategies to meet project and department goals
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Be flexible, adaptable, and able to iterate as obstacles are encountered during project delivery
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Develop and maintain external relationships to ensure project success
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Understand, interpret, and apply theories, laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and agreements
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Represent Metro before the public
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Handle confidential information
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Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
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Read, write, speak, and understand English
Special Conditions
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This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements
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The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
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Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
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This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority when classified as an Intermittent, Emergency, Annuitant, or Temporary employee, is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or Board Clerk's Office, and/or reporting directly to the LACMTA Board of Directors
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Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
Working Conditions
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Typical office situation
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Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen
Physical Effort Required-
Sitting at a desk or table
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Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
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Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
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Communicating through speech in the English language required
