Job Description:
Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States.
The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking a Transportation Planner in the Land Use and Mobility Options program to support projects related to the interface between land use and transportation, bicycle and pedestrian planning, community school siting, and Safe Routes to School. This position is a unique opportunity to experience diverse, real-world applications of integrated transportation and land use planning and funding. The individual in this position will assist with activities related to infrastructure and land use planning and project funding, multimodal/land use planning studies, bicycle and pedestrian safety, context-sensitive design, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping and analysis. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing relevant work experience as well as a current resume.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Drafting for supervisor review, guidance documents and recommendations related to a wide range of transportation/land use planning topics
- Working with supervisor to evaluate infrastructure projects submitted for funding
- Working with supervisor to develop multimodal roadway corridor, downtown, and Safe Routes to School plans
- Assisting with projects that advance unique environmental and transportation solutions
- Assisting with data collection and analysis related to land use, demographics, market conditions, and multimodal transportation access
- Supporting the coordination of activities with city governments, transit agencies, developers, nonprofits, independent school districts, consultants, stakeholders, and the public on transportation projects related to multimodal roadway corridors, downtowns, and Safe Routes to Schools
- Drafting for supervisor review, correspondence, grant applications, technical reports, and other documents
- Drafting presentations for supervisor review, with the opportunity to deliver presentations to staff and committee members
- Working with supervisor to develop maps, graphics, and spatial analysis utilizing ArcGIS and visualization tools
Required Skills
- Good communication, both verbal and written, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen to and follow instructions, coordinate with team members, and present ideas
- Good critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills
- Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Familiarity with planning and urban design principles, development processes, and context-sensitive planning methods
- Familiarity with ArcGIS Pro and the ability to develop layers, shapefiles, and maps
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods (urban/transportation planning, economic development, public administration, etc.)
- One year or less of work-related experience
Salary
Minimum of $49,022.46 - $58,826.95 annually
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, the NCTCOG Transportation Department has served as staff for the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.
The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.
NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired through a military service career.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.
E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
Statement Concerning Employment in a Job Not Covered by Social Security:
- NCTCOG participates in a defined contribution plan as an alternative to Social Security. NCTCOG offers mandatory and elective retirement plans that have been developed specifically for public-sector retirement plan participants.
- Be advised if you are hired by NCTCOG, your earnings from this job are not covered under Social Security (i.e., you will not pay Social Security taxes). This means that you will not earn credits for Social Security retirement or disability benefits in this job. If you retire or become disabled, and you are eligible for a Social Security benefit based on other work, your earnings from this job will not be used to compute your Social Security benefit. Your earnings from this job are subject to Medicare taxes and will count for purposes of the Medicare program. For more information on how you may qualify for Social Security benefits, visit www.ssa.gov.
Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.
