STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Transportation Planner 2 (40 Hour)

Recruitment #210629-8876FE-001

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Introduction


Are you a self motivated, collaborative professional looking to explore your passion for planning and development?  We have an exciting opportunity for you! 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) Bureau of Public Transportation, invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Transportation Planner 2 in the Transit & Ridesharing Operations unit. 

The Bureau of Public Transportation is reimagining the customer experience for Connecticut’s 80 million public transportation customers. New investments in fare systems, communications infrastructure, onboard and mobile app technologies and customer facilities need to be multimodal and developed to create the best possible customer experience. 

This position will focus on customer experience and technology programs for rail, bus and ferries. The position will work with CTDOT’s service providers and internal staff to solicit customer feedback, assist in creating a statewide vision for public transportation and manage technology projects to improve the customer experience.

Discover the Opportunity to: 
  • Assist in management of public transportation customer experience programs such as fare programs and real-time arrival information as transit hubs.  
  • Oversee programs and projects such as onboard Wi-Fi services, mobile apps, food & beverage services, and other passenger amenities. 
  • Assist in service and fare changes. 
  • Manage complex projects to integrate bus, rail and ferry fare technology.  
  • Facilitate multimodal projects. 
  • Become an industry expert in transit technology. 
Work-Life Balance & Employee Value Proposition (EVP): Full-time 40hours/week, Monday through Friday schedule, and may occasionally require evening or weekend hours.
 
What we can offer you:  
State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes:  
  • Excellent health and dental coverage;  
  • A generous retirement plan;  
  • Paid time off;  
  • A healthy work/life balance!

Selection Plan

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. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. 

NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to answer additional questions and/or submit additional documentation which support your qualifications for this position. These documents may include cover letters, college transcripts, verification of degree completion, proof of licensure, performance appraisals, employment/supervisor references, etc. 

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (finish) your responses.  Please regularly check your email for notifications.  Please check your SPAM and/or junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. 

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

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however applications to this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this job classification. 

Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics. 

Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account. 

If you have any questions please contact, nasreen.mustafa@ct.gov. 

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for acting as a working lead and/or for performing the most complex tasks in transportation planning studies, programs and related activities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

WORKING LEAD LEVEL: As assigned by a supervisor distributes, prioritizes, oversees and reviews office unit work; provides staff training and assistance; conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations; acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, consultant staffs and other outside officials regarding unit office policies and standards; prepares correspondence; performs related duties as required.
ADVANCED LEVEL: Performs complex tasks and assignments in developing, coordinating and reviewing transportation planning programs; recommends, coordinates or participates in transportation demonstration projects; participates in preparation and negotiation of agreements and contracts; oversees and participates in corridor studies; prepares and reviews reports, studies and surveys in compliance with department standards and needs and state and federal laws and regulations; coordinates activities or projects with local, regional, state and federal agencies, consultants and stakeholders as required; reviews consultants’ work; investigates and responds to public inquiries and complaints regarding transportation plans, programs and/or projects; may make presentations at legislative or public hearings; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of multi-modal transportation planning theory, practices and methodologies; knowledge of environmental considerations involved in transportation planning; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to develop and use computer software including planning models and other programs related to planning process; analytical ability; ability to forecast trends based upon empirical data; ability to comprehend and interpret laws and regulations; some lead ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of professional experience in transportation civil engineering or transportation, urban, regional or environmental planning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must include individual responsibility for the coordination of complex planning projects in a relevant planning area.
Note: For State Employees this is interpreted at the level of Transportation Planner 1 or Transportation Engineer 2.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 The preferred candidate will possess: 
  • Experience working with planning technologies 
  • Experience with customer outreach, customer surveys
  • Experience with marketing and project management
  • Experience with computer technologies and planning related software 
  • Experience working with statutes/regulations and relevant state/federal laws 
  • Experience working within public transportation operations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

Conclusion

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.





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