Transportation Planner 1

$48,422 - $90,376/Yr

State Of Iowa - Ames, IA

Full-time - Entry Level

Ames, IA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Transportation Planner 1 position at the Iowa Department of Transportation involves developing, organizing, and compiling programming elements for Iowa's 5-year program plan. The role is essential for promoting the growth and improvement of Iowa's transportation system, aligning with the department's mission of making lives better through transportation. The position requires strong computer and database skills, particularly in GIS, and emphasizes teamwork, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering estimates and update traffic data.
• Compare development estimates with programming concepts.
• Update and maintain a monitor listing of potential projects and program estimate changes.
• Adjust funding to account for inflation and prepare draft programs.
• Develop program alternatives for various funding levels.
• Attend production schedule meetings to compile and develop an accurate highway program.
• Compile program information from various offices within the Department and update highway program databases.
• Assist in administering the Parks and Institutional Roads Program.
• Ensure projects are properly programmed and agreements with other agencies are completed.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil/transportation/traffic engineering, environmental engineering, finance, business administration, supply chain management, data science, geography, economics, mathematics, community development planning, regional planning, urban planning, aviation, or transportation planning.
• Four years of education and/or full-time experience in relevant fields, with specific work experience equating to college coursework.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Oracle, Access, Excel, and Masterworks databases.
• Strong proficiency in geographic information systems (GIS).
• Ability to work well with team members and external customers.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays