CRTPO Long Range Program Manager
About The Position
This is a new professional position responsible for supervising CRTPO’s long-range planning initiatives. Created in response to the increasing scope and complexity of the organization’s responsibilities, the role provides leadership, planning, and organization across a multifaceted program area. The manager leads, guides, and supports a team of 3–4 professionals and collaborates with elected officials, state agencies, and community stakeholders. The position oversees the coordination, development, adoption, and implementation of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), including serving as project manager for the upcoming MTP update. It also supports Comprehensive Transportation Plan initiatives, safety planning, RAISE grant implementation, transit planning, the Strategic Plan, and implementation of the Staffing and Resources Study. The manager engages with the CRTPO Board, the Technical Coordinating Committee, the North Carolina Department of Transportation, and the public.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, or transportation planning.
- Seven years of relevant work experience.
- Thorough understanding of transportation planning principles and their application.
- Thorough understanding of federal metropolitan transportation planning regulations.
- Thorough understanding of the Transportation Improvement Program process, particularly North Carolina’s Strategic Transportation Investments legislation, Strategic Mobility Formula, and Prioritization process.
- Knowledge of rules associated with the use of federal funds and grants.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships through proactive and diplomatic engagement with stakeholders, outside agencies, and the public.
- Outstanding written and verbal presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex technical planning data into clear, actionable reports for public officials and community members.
- Demonstrated experience building consensus and facilitating collaboration within and outside an organization to achieve positive results.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
- Experience leading, coaching, and managing employees.
- Strong attention to detail and proven quality assurance and quality control skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience identifying and pursuing funding from NCDOT, state agencies, and federal agencies.
- Proven capability to bring diverse jurisdictions together around shared regional transportation solutions.
- Seven years of progressive, advanced-level experience.
- At least one year of supervisory experience is desired.
- Progressively responsible leadership and organizational experience in program administration, with demonstrated ability to effectively direct and guide teams.
- PE, AICP, or other certifications such as GISP or AIA.
- Master’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, transportation planning, urban planning, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of 3–4 professional planners, managing workloads, setting goals, and supporting career growth.
- Oversee coordination, development, adoption, and implementation of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and serve as project manager for the upcoming MTP update.
- Provide support for Comprehensive Transportation Plan initiatives, including the CTP 2.0 process.
- Manage employees working on safety initiatives, including preparation and development support for Comprehensive Safety Action Plans.
- Manage employees associated with RAISE grant implementation.
- Support transit planning, including coordination with regional transit agencies and development of a five-year transit plan.
- Manage employees associated with implementation of the Strategic Plan.
- Engage with elected officials through the CRTPO Board on relevant responsibilities and help ensure elected leaders understand the organization’s mission and vision.
- Engage with the Technical Coordinating Committee.
- Interact with the North Carolina Department of Transportation, including Division Engineers, Directors, and Board of Transportation members.
- Lead implementation of the Staffing and Resources Study.
- Participate in CRTPO public engagement, including presentations to neighborhood, civic, business, and community groups and local governing bodies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The City provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
