Transportation Planner 1 (40 Hour)

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation, has a position available for a Transportation Planner 1 within the Bureau of Policy and Planning’s Roadway Information System’s Traffic Monitoring Section.

The Traffic Monitoring Section is responsible for the collection, analysis and dissemination of roadway traffic data including vehicle volumes, classifications, travel speeds and truck weigh-in-motion. The needs for traffic data at both the Federal and State levels require that States have a well-designed traffic monitoring program to support all business areas. Traffic data and information are needed to assess current and past roadway network performance and to predict future performance. Improved traffic data are needed for capital project support and for Federal reporting purposes.

This position will work under the direction of a Transportation Planner 2 or an employee of a higher grade, assisting with the proper maintenance, setup, and calibration of traffic monitoring portable and automated data collection equipment.  This position will be responsible for independently planning, collecting, analyzing and assisting with the dissemination of portable and continuous traffic volume counts, vehicle classification and speeds, and weigh-in-motion.           

All applicants must include a resume within the “Resume Tab” of their application.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jennifer Brame at jennifer.brame@ct.gov. Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.

In the Department of Transportation this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in conducting transportation planning studies, programs and documentation activities pertaining to the State transportation planning program.

• Collects and analyzes, and presents traffic data for use in surveys related to safety, environmental studies, land use, suburban and urban population changes and transportation needs.

• Conducts planning studies relative to all transportation modes for the movement of people and goods.
• Assists with the development, coordination and evaluation transportation programs.

• Collects, analyzes and updates traffic volume, classification, and weigh-in-motion data related to impacts of transportation facilities, projects and programs and makes recommendations based on this analysis.

• Performs trend, economic and environmental analyses of transportation related data.

• Prepares statistical and written reports reviews studies, surveys and technical documents for conformance with department standards, needs and state and federal laws and regulations.

• Provides planning assistance and coordinates activities and projects with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, private consultants and stakeholders.

• Reviews proposed legislation and distributes information.

• Assists in preparation and review of traffic projections for multimodal state corridor studies, design projects and proposed major traffic generators.

• Assists in data collection, report generation and analysis related to Highway Performance Monitoring System Program.

 

Knowledge of transportation planning theories, practices and procedures; knowledge of various transportation problems as related to urban centers; knowledge of related social, economic and environmental considerations; knowledge of state transportation conditions and probable trends; knowledge of basic engineering principles; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to conduct transportation planning and environmental studies; ability to use computer software including planning models and other programs related to planning process; ability to understand and interpret laws, rules and regulations; research ability.

Six (6) years of professional experience in transportation civil engineering or transportation, urban, regional or environmental planning.

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's degree in civil engineering, transportation, urban, regional or environmental planning may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
3. For State Employees three (3) years of experience as a Transportation Planning Assistant 2 or Transportation Engineer Technician may be substituted for the General Experience.

• Knowledge of State and Federal traffic monitoring requirements, regulations, and best practices including: FHWA’s Traffic Monitoring Guide (TMG), AASHTO Guidelines for Traffic Data Programs, and the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS)

• The ability to read and interpret plans and reports

• Ability to comprehend and interpret laws and regulations as they relate to roadway data collection and integration

• Ability to meet task deadlines and dynamically prioritize work schedules

• Experience working with a linear referencing system, as well as an understanding of the general concepts of data modeling as it relates to Geographic Information Systems

• Knowledge on the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, as well as the ability to navigate the internet to find reputable authoritative sources for required information

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.