Connecticut Careers Trainee (Engineering And Related ) (40 Hour)

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT), Bureau of Policy and Planning has an opening for a Connecticut Careers Trainee (CCT) / Transportation Planner 1 position in the Office of Strategic Planning and Projects, Intermodal Planning Unit. We are looking for a self-motivated, collaborative professional to join our team.

This Unit plays a critical role in transportation project development. This unit is responsible for performing studies on all modes of transportation, and overseeing the Community Connectivity program. The transportation modes include bike, pedestrian, transit, highway, maritime, and freight. This Unit produces corridor wide needs assessments and alternatives analysis for all modes of transportation, and develops near and long term implementation plans that can guide Connecticut’s transportation infrastructure improvements over the next 20 years. This unit generates comprehensive, statewide planning documents along with corridor and regional transportation studies. This Unit also performs project management, reviews and comments on engineering design plans for bicycle and pedestrian elements, and conducts Road Safety Audits to identify safety issues and counter-measures to improve safety and reduce crashes. This Unit works closely with other Bureaus within the Department and with local, State and Federal partners. This involves reviewing, synthesizing, and summarizing state and federal regulatory documents, extensive public speaking, and the presentation of materials to the public, local elected officials, and stakeholders.

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

Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. Applicants will be unable to make revisions once their application is submitted into the JobAps system.

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

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.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Jennifer Brame at jennifer.brame@ct.gov. Reference #29739.

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.

Prepare written materials, graphic design, maps, assemble and summarize data in narrative, statistical and graphic formats, and create charts, all in a manner that communicates complex information effectively. Provide project management support including analysis, drafting, reviewing invoices, accounting materials, and draft planning documents prepared by consultants and other staff. Additional duties includes assisting in the preparation of grants, including supporting materials; creating and maintaining databases.

Oral and written communication skills; ability to acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification; ability to understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic; ability to read, interpret and understand written material; ability to perform basic arithmetical computations; ability to interpret charts, graphs and tables; learning and reasoning ability; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public; ability to utilize computer software.

Possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree.

NOTE:

1. If the target job classification has a Substitution Allowed that requires the Bachelor's or Master's degree to be in a specific area(s), then these specific degree areas are required for appointment to the Connecticut Career Trainee classification.
2. Candidates cannot be appointed until all degree requirements are complete.

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.