Transportation Planner

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States Transportation, District Dept Full time

This position is located in the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Project Delivery Administration (PDA), Planning & Sustainability Division (PSD), Sustainable Transportation Programs Branch. The mission of DDOT is to enhance the quality of life for District residents and visitors by ensuring that people, goods, and information move efficiently and safely with mínimal adverse impact on residents and the environment. Works under the general direction of the Sustainable Transportation Programs Manager, who provides general administrative direction in terms of the technical requirements for this position.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

Assesses the operational effectiveness of the transportation system in relation to its design, capacity, and level of service and safety in school areas.

Collects and analyzes data pertaining to bicycle and pedestrian transportation system designs, traffic management, safety enforcement, transit operational requirements, and plans and designs to accommodate the needs of various modes of transportation, especially in school areas.

Analyzes and recommends solutions to school area traffic safety problems as identified by school officials, Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANC), community groups, technical staff and elected officials.

Prepares position papers, grant and operational proposals, letters, and reports based on technical analysis of proposed bicycle and pedestrian safety needs and requirements, especially in school areas.

Presents complex planning data and/or engineering information in a less technical form for release to others as well as to the general public, paraphrasing technical engineering terms and jargon so that it is easily understood by non
- professionals.

Performs tasks related to the completion of activities required by the Federal Department of Transportation, Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST-Act) of 2015. The activities entail (1) preparing and updating the District of Columbia State Transportation Plan; (2) preparing, coordinating and implementing federally mandated transportation management systems; (3) representing the District of Columbia Government with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (the Metropolitan Council of Governments), which involves making decisions relative to community and regional transportation programs; (4) participating in community outreach; and (5) coordinating and participating in the transportation strategic planning process.

**Qualifications and Education**

**Specialized Experience**: Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study - accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, financial, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, urban planning, geography, or other fields related to the position preferred.

**Licenses and Certifications**

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.

**Working Conditions/Environment**

Work is primarily conducted in an office setting but will also require field and system observation in accordance with all applicable safety guidelines and standards. Some walking, bending, and driving a vehicle is required.

**Other Significant Facts**

Promotion Potential - No Known Promotion Potential

Duration of Appointment - Career Service - Regular

Pay Plan, Series, and Grade: CS-2101-11

**Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union)**: This position is not a part of a collective bargaining unit.

**Position Designation**: This position is classified as an essential/emergency position under the provisions of the District Personnel Manual Chapter 12. As such, the incumbent is required to serve in emergency situations to perform critical duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operations, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Incumbent may be required to work weekends, evenings, and in on-call situations.

**Employee Benefits May Include**:
DDOT is an employer of choice for any job seeker who has passion, energy, and enthusiasm about our city. Employee benefits include:

- Complimentary Capital BikeShare Membership
- Continued professional development, and professional growth through d.University, the in-house training available for all DDOT employees
- Flexible work schedule (team and role dependent)
- Employer assisted housing loan program, providing payment and/or closing cost financing for first-time home buyers (restrictions app

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