Transportation Planner 9-P11 (Program Monitoring Unit) - Bureau of Transportation Planning

State of Michigan•Lansing, MI

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

In the Bureau of Transportation Planning (BTP), our success is powered by our devotion to serving and connecting people, communities, and the economy through transportation. We strive to promote and encourage our employees’ best qualities which cultivate a positive and diverse team. As a Bureau, we pursue planning activities that lead to increased safety and efficiency on Michigan’s highway structures for our families, friends, and co-workers through delivering successful ideas made in the workplace. MDOT is seeking a motivated Transportation Planner to support statewide highway planning and programming. In this role, you will help analyze and monitor the Highway Capital Program, support project development, and assist in evaluating statewide mobility, safety, and system needs. Your work will help ensure that transportation funds are used effectively and that Michigan’s transportation system remains safe, efficient, and future-focused. At MDOT, we believe in investing in our team members' growth. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development resources, and the chance to expand your skill set in a supportive and stimulating environment. So, take the next step in your career, go the extra mile, and begin your journey with MDOT today. As the next transportation planner, you will have opportunities to: Support the implementation of region-level planning studies by evaluating corridor condition, mobility, and safety needs. Facilitate and/or participate on a subcommittee that is responsible for project selection and program guidance, ensuring federal-aid funding requirements are followed, and maintaining all pertinent guidance documents for the program. Monitor and report on the state’s Highway Capital Outlay program including Trunkline Modernization and Major Investment projects in cooperation and regular coordination with the Bureau of Development Office of Major Projects. Begin your journey with MDOT today! The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (P11) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for. For additional information, please see the links below: Transportation Planner 9-P11 Position Description All about MDOT Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered. For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc . The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major with at least 30 semester (45 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: planning (city, community, environmental, regional, and/or urban), environmental studies and/or sustainability, environmental sciences, engineering, statistics, mathematics, geography, geographic/geospatial information systems, logistics and/or supply chain management, or economics.
Transportation Planner 9: No specific type or amount is required.
Transportation Planner 10: One year of professional experience in the planning, mapping, or assessment of transportation, land use, environmental, or community systems equivalent to a Transportation Planner 9.
Transportation Planner P11: Two years of professional experience in the planning, mapping, or assessment of transportation, land use, environmental, or community systems equivalent to a Transportation Planner, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Planner 10.
If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application.
Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.
Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.
Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

Responsibilities

Support the implementation of region-level planning studies by evaluating corridor condition, mobility, and safety needs.
Facilitate and/or participate on a subcommittee that is responsible for project selection and program guidance, ensuring federal-aid funding requirements are followed, and maintaining all pertinent guidance documents for the program.
Monitor and report on the state’s Highway Capital Outlay program including Trunkline Modernization and Major Investment projects in cooperation and regular coordination with the Bureau of Development Office of Major Projects.