Transportation Planner I – Congestion Management
About The Position
Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking a Transportation Planner in Congestion Management. The individual in this position will contribute to regional efforts aimed at improving mobility, enhancing transportation safety, and reducing congestion. This position also supports strategic planning and the deployment of innovative transportation technologies and data-driven solutions. A successful candidate will help optimize existing transportation networks through performance analysis, technology integration, and collaboration with local and state partners. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position, should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers . All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing relevant work experience, as well as a current resume.
Requirements
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen to and follow instructions, collaborate with team members, and present ideas
- Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods
- One year or less of work-related experience
Responsibilities
- Working with supervisor to update NCTCOG’s Congestion Management Process for the Dallas-Fort Worth Region
- Working with supervisor to coordinate and review consultant work activities related to the development of regional integration software and the deployment of the regional communication network
- Working with supervisor and partners to implement congestion management and system operation strategies during special events, including the 2026 World Cup
- Working with supervisor to assist local governments in the development and implementation of transportation plans, policies, and programs aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving system reliability
- Working with supervisor to develop strategies for transportation plans, assess program and project effectiveness through analyses, and monitor the implementation of funded projects
- Assisting with the development and evaluation tools for 511DFW services and regional congestion management initiatives
- Assisting supervisor in the management of projects, including planning, budgeting, and coordinating with internal and external partners
- Drafting for supervisor review, reports, grant applications, and technical documents to communicate transportation concepts and recommendations
- Drafting presentations for supervisor review, with the opportunity to deliver oral presentations to staff and committee members
- Assisting with planning for and attending meetings, workshops, and public engagement events to gather input and promote transparency in the transportation planning process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
