Planner 3, Capital Programs - Garfield Hts., Cuyahoga County - PN 20057200

State of Ohio • Garfield Heights, OH

9h

About The Position

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Capital Programs Planner 3, District 12 Capital Programs, Garfield Hts., Cuyahoga County, PN 20057200 What You Will Do: The ODOT District 12 Capital Programs Department, which includes the Planning, Design, and Construction sections, has a position available that requires the expertise of a planner. Recent retirements and the District’s emphasis on positioning itself for the future present a great opportunity to join a high performing staff who are focused on personal and professional growth, teamwork, and public service. District 12 continuously delivers a construction program that averages over $270M per year with projects that have a wide range of complexities in both rural and urban environments. If you are a highly motivated individual that values challenging work and a good work/home life balance, consider how you can contribute in the following area at District 12: Planner 3 Act as the district Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) liaison which includes\: Process projects and project phases for inclusion into the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP); submit TIP Amendment requests to the MPO for projects that have changes in scope, schedule and Budget; provide review and coordination for projects for inclusion in the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP); participate in meetings as alternate member to NOACA Councils; process Transportation for Livable Communities Initiative (TLCI) agreements and invoices; and participate in TLCI project meetings. Program coordination includes prepare and submit federal authorization and encumbrance requests for projects using federal funding, process task orders, funding events and encumbrance requests. Provide technical assistance and guidance to local government agencies with local funding programs such as Safe Routes to School, Municipal Bridge Program; Transportation Alternatives Programs; Metro Park Program as well as other funding programs. Assist with public involvement/local outreach in the planning phases of transportation infrastructure projects (e.g. bridge, roadway, safety, active transportation).. Prepare and process funding agreements, legislation and project invoices. Assist in project programming and Ellis database updates. Produce maps in ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro and other applications (e.g. ESRI products, Collector applications, ArcGIS online) Participate in project development, planning studies and project scoping as well as other planning department functions. Who we are looking for: The State is seeking someone with knowledge about the transportation system and/or an urban planning background who is conscientious, well organized, self-directed, detail oriented and an adaptable problem solver. We have a need for someone with the talent for organizing data and presenting it in a way that is easy to understand and helps in decision making. The candidate should have knowledge in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and a general knowledge of urban planning and engineering principles. Proficiency in interpreting plans is preferred. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting and building relationships with various stakeholders and multiple departments. Candidates who value and pursue professional development can build upon their expertise and experience by utilizing the many training opportunities available to ODOT employees. If you are someone who takes pride in your work, thrives on continuous improvement, values a team environment, and wants to be an active part in modernizing northeast Ohio’s transportation system, then you will fit in with the culture at ODOT District 12! Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area (e.g., engineering, landscape architecture, rehabilitation, mental health technology, transportation, physical, behavioral & social science, urban or community planning, natural resources, business or public administration); 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods used in conducting & documenting research studies; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication. -Or 6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned program area. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Job Skills: Planning and Development ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION. All new hires to ODOT, whether bargaining unit or exempt, must serve a one-year probationary period. (All external postings) The selection process for this position will include a structured interview. Candidate responses to the interview questions will be scored and the selection will be made in accordance with the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract. This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards. If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the contract. Background Check: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. (All postings) Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website !

Requirements

• knowledge about the transportation system and/or an urban planning background
• conscientious
• well organized
• self-directed
• detail oriented
• an adaptable problem solver
• talent for organizing data and presenting it in a way that is easy to understand and helps in decision making
• knowledge in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications
• general knowledge of urban planning and engineering principles
• Strong communication skills are essential for interacting and building relationships with various stakeholders and multiple departments
• Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area (e.g., engineering, landscape architecture, rehabilitation, mental health technology, transportation, physical, behavioral & social science, urban or community planning, natural resources, business or public administration); 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods used in conducting & documenting research studies; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication.
• Or 6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned program area.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
• All new hires to ODOT, whether bargaining unit or exempt, must serve a one-year probationary period.
• The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in interpreting plans is preferred.
• Candidates who value and pursue professional development can build upon their expertise and experience by utilizing the many training opportunities available to ODOT employees.
• If you are someone who takes pride in your work, thrives on continuous improvement, values a team environment, and wants to be an active part in modernizing northeast Ohio’s transportation system, then you will fit in with the culture at ODOT District 12!

Responsibilities

• Act as the district Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) liaison which includes\: Process projects and project phases for inclusion into the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP); submit TIP Amendment requests to the MPO for projects that have changes in scope, schedule and Budget; provide review and coordination for projects for inclusion in the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP); participate in meetings as alternate member to NOACA Councils; process Transportation for Livable Communities Initiative (TLCI) agreements and invoices; and participate in TLCI project meetings.
• Prepare and submit federal authorization and encumbrance requests for projects using federal funding, process task orders, funding events and encumbrance requests.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to local government agencies with local funding programs such as Safe Routes to School, Municipal Bridge Program; Transportation Alternatives Programs; Metro Park Program as well as other funding programs.
• Assist with public involvement/local outreach in the planning phases of transportation infrastructure projects (e.g. bridge, roadway, safety, active transportation).
• Prepare and process funding agreements, legislation and project invoices.
• Assist in project programming and Ellis database updates.
• Produce maps in ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro and other applications (e.g. ESRI products, Collector applications, ArcGIS online)
• Participate in project development, planning studies and project scoping as well as other planning department functions.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level