Top 54 Transportation planner Jobs in California

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
Department of Transportation —Sacramento County, CA
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Residential
- Travel
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
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Transportation Planner
Steer —Los Angeles, CA
- $80,000 - $108,000 a year
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- 5 years
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Entry-Level Transportation Engineer/Planner
Fehr & Peers —Long Beach, CA
- $80,000 - $86,000 a year
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- Public speaking
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- Electrical Engineering
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SUPERVISING TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
Department of Transportation —Sacramento County, CA
- $10,551 - $11,981 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Office
- Residential
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Transportation Planner
NV5 —San Diego, CA
- $90,000 - $99,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- 7 years
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Transportation Planner
TKDA —Riverside, CA
- $115,500 - $152,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
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- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER (MOBILITY CORRIDORS)
LA Metro —Los Angeles, CA
- $83,990.40 - $125,985.60 a year
- Temporary
- Civil engineering
- Writing skills
- English
- Paid jury duty
- AD&D insurance
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Transportation Planner - Monterey Park, CA
LOCHNER, an Egis Company —Orange, CA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Transportation Planner/Engineer
Michael Baker International —Carlsbad, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner
Fehr & Peers —Riverside, CA
- $90,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Profit sharing
- Commuter assistance
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Transportation Engineer or Planner (2-4 Years)
Fehr & Peers —Oakland, CA
- $97,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Profit sharing
- Commuter assistance
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Senior Project Transportation Planner
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services —San Francisco, CA
- $117,000 - $171,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Mid-level/Senior Transportation Planner or Traffic Engineer
Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers —San Diego, CA
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
Transportation Planning
AECOM —Oakland, CA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Senior Transportation Engineer/Planner
W-Trans —Santa Rosa, CA
- $135,000 - $175,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Residential
- Master's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER (MOBILITY CORRIDORS)
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA) —Los Angeles, CA
- $79,996.80 - $119,995.20 a year
- English
- Office
- Math
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Project Manager - Transportation Engineer/Planner
Kimley-Horn —Oakland, CA
- $135,000 - $175,000 a year
- Data analysis skills
- Office
- 8 years
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Supply Chain Planner
Corsair —Milpitas, CA
- $100,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Oracle
- 5 years
- English
Principal Transportation Planner/Principal Transportation Engineer (Major Corridors)
San Mateo County Transit District —Millbrae, CA
- $114,493 - $171,739 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Mentoring
- Contracts
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SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER

Department of Transportation -
Sacramento County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$8,678 - $10,783 a month
6 days ago

Qualifications

Policy analysis
Typing
Budgeting

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Research Manager, Transportation Systems and Technology

Department of Transportation

JC-523343

Research Manager, Transportation Systems and Technology
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER

$8,678.00 - $10,783.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/16/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervising Transportation Planner (Chief of Office of Planning, Policy and Program Development), the incumbent plays a leading role in the delivery of transportation research and innovation through the lens of new technologies and systems thinking at Caltrans. The incumbent is responsible for performing transportation planning and policy research evaluation, developing and applying decision support methodologies, and providing technical and strategic consultation to Division leadership. The incumbent represents the Division on technical committees and other research-related meetings. The incumbent performs complex work on specialized research studies and develop special reports, investigations, and internal process tools. The incumbent performs in-house research in the areas of emerging transportation technology and transportation planning and policy. The scope for this work includes proposal development, work plan development, project performance and management, report preparation and review, and training, technology transfer, and implementation.

PARF 65-26-0039 / JC 523343

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

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Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Position located at 1727 30th St Sacramentoro, Sacramento County.

This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Planner exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-523343

Position #(s):

913-155-4724-XXX

Working Title:

Research Manager, Transportation Systems and Technology

Classification:

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER

$8,678.00 - $10,783.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

1. Describe a research project in which you played a leading or essential role. In your response, address any components that contributed to the project’s success, such as: formulating the research question, selecting appropriate methodologies, conducting analyses, interpreting results, collaborating with project partners, managing the project budget, ensuring timely delivery, or any other actions that highlight your success as a researcher and project manager. These are examples and provided only as guidance; please focus on the elements most applicable to your specific role and experience on the project.

2. Respond to the following hypothetical scenario: A Caltrans executive requests that you conduct research on a new transportation technology and provide a summary within one week. The executive will use your findings to brief the State Legislature in support of potential funding. Describe how you would meet this request within the required timeframe, including the steps you would take and the information you would prioritize for this audience. (You are not required to identify a specific technology unless doing so aligns with your experience.)

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/16/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation

N/A

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact

Certification Services MS-90

P O Box 168036

Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

Drop-Off Address

Caltrans DHR Contact

Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS

1727 30th Street, MS 90

Sacramento, CA 95816

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Statement of Qualifications -
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

An in-depth understanding of advanced research methodologies and management experience involving complex research projects.

Familiar with the Department's policies, and federal and state regulation which apply to the Division.

Capability of: developing and facilitating complex processes, involving a diverse and interdisciplinary technical staff, serving in a consulting capacity to Division management and to lead staff in other Caltrans Divisions/Programs, representing the Department in State, regional, and national meetings and/or conferences related to transportation research, and establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with the public, individuals, and organizations engaged in the course of work.

Technical and process skills, ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; this includes the ability to translate complex and highly technical information into terms easily understood by a non-technical audience.

Ability to effectively use personal computer and standard software to accelerate the production and quality of work products.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact:
Hyewon Pak
(916) 591-6133
[email protected]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Jen Angelo
(916) 227-7718
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Application Instructions

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-523343), PARF# 65-26-0039 and title of the position (Insert Classification Title) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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