Transportation Planner I – Metropolitan Transportation Plan (Transit Planning)
ARLINGTON, TXPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from North Central Texas Council of Governments
Job overview
The Transportation Planner I role supports transit planning activities for the Metropolitan Transportation Plan, impacting regional transportation development and multi-modal initiatives.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves assisting with transit system planning, service design, data analysis, grant applications, travel demand forecasting, coordination with stakeholders, regulatory review, and preparing reports and presentations under supervision.
Compensation and benefits
The starting salary range is $47,618 to $57,141.60 annually, with generous benefits, a friendly work environment, and support for veterans.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and up to one year of relevant experience, with preferred skills in quantitative methods, GIS, travel demand forecasting, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Career development
The agency encourages individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation, offering challenging opportunities and a cooperative decision-making environment.
Work environment and culture
The organization values innovation, public service, open communication, teamwork, and is recognized as a military-friendly employer with equal opportunity policies.
Company information
NCTCOG is a regional planning organization established in 1974 serving 12 counties in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, focusing on transportation planning and federal fund management.
Job location and travel
The position is based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, serving a 12-county region in North Central Texas.
Application process
Applicants must apply online with a cover letter and resume; the process includes background checks, drug testing, and participation in E-Verify; postings remain open for at least 10 days.
Unique job features
The role offers involvement in high-profile regional transit projects including high-speed rail and multi-modal initiatives, with opportunities to contribute to federally funded transportation planning.
Company overview
The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of local governments in the North Central Texas region, focusing on regional planning and development. They provide services in areas such as transportation planning, environmental resources, emergency preparedness, and workforce development. NCTCOG generates revenue through membership fees, federal and state grants, and service contracts. Established in 1966, the organization plays a crucial role in coordinating efforts among its member governments to address regional challenges and opportunities.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your familiarity with transit system planning, travel demand forecasting, and experience with GIS tools like ArcGIS, as these are key components of the Transportation Planner I role at NCTCOG.
Emphasize your ability to assist with technical transit planning activities, prepare reports and grant applications, and coordinate with multiple stakeholders including public/private transportation providers and local governments.
Apply through multiple platforms such as NCTCOG's official careers page at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this position.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in NCTCOG’s Transportation Department or the Metropolitan Transportation Plan team. Ice breakers can include asking about recent transit initiatives they are excited about or inquiring how they see emerging transit technologies impacting regional planning.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'transit planning,' 'travel demand forecasting,' 'ArcGIS,' 'grant applications,' and 'public transportation funding' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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