Senior Transportation Planner (Mobility Corridors)

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority • Los Angeles, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. The Senior Transportation Planner (Mobility Corridors) position will be responsible for assisting with planning and/or environmental studies in support of Mobility Corridors. They will work on high-impact, multimodal projects including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Rail and Active Transportation to advance key initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Engineering (Civil, Transportation, Structural, Industrial, Mechanical, Architecture, etc.), Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Urban Design, Public Policy, Finance, or a related field
• Three years of relevant experience in transportation planning, project management, urban design, transportation system design and research, travel simulation and demand modeling, transportation finance, operations planning, or other related area
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in a related field
• Experience assisting with environmental review of regionally significant transit projects in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for large transit studies
• Experience assisting with preparation of presentations for stakeholder groups, elected officials, cities, agencies, and Community Based Organizations (CBO's)
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary planning teams and consultant groups
• Experience assisting with stakeholder engagement with public agencies, municipal partners, and community-based organizations (CBOs)
• Experience assisting with project budgets and schedules for capital transportation projects

Responsibilities

• Supports analysis, both quantitative and qualitative, of transportation projects, programs, and policies
• Prepares specific components of scopes of work, financial plans, schedules, contracts, and agreements
• Schedules and coordinates meetings with Metro departments and external parties
• Participates in meetings with Metro staff, community organizations, cities, and other public agencies
• Assists in negotiations and execution of various agreements
• Manages small, single-site or region-wide projects or funding programs; manages small consultant contracts or assists with the management of large contracts
• Manages project schedules, budgets, tasks, and assigned activities
• Conducts analyses and makes policy recommendations
• Provides technical guidance to local jurisdictions and outside agencies on Metro programs
• Assists in evaluating the costs, benefits, and risks associated with various plans, programs, and projects
• Prepares and delivers reports, presentations, and correspondence
• Coordinates with other Metro departments on programs and projects
• Applies, develops, and implements statistical analysis procedures
• May be required to perform other related job duties

Benefits

• Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability.
• Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.

What This Job Offers

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