This multitasking position is responsible for various research activities, including gathering information for use in developing projection of transportation needs, usages and impacts, analyzing needs for services, answering citizen questions concerning traffic signing, interpreting traffic studies, preparing graphic presentations and comprehensive reports on traffic characteristics related to planning or engineering, preparing narrative and visual reports and making recommendations on research findings, updating the functional classification map, and preparing materials for and aiding in the administration of various boards and commissions. This position will be heavily involved in long range transportation planning and project implementation. Supervisory responsibilities as assigned.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or related field and 4 years of relevant work experience.

Experience Qualifications

• 8 years equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Experience

• Local government experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Exhibit excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Must have exceptional ability in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Must present information to management, public groups, and/or boards.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire Required
• Candidate must pass a substance use screening prior to employment start date. Required
• Certified Planner-AICP Upon Hire Preferred

Apply using the link:  https://weldgov.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/WeldCountyCareers/job/PUBLIC-WORKS/Public-Works-Transportation-Planner_JR101815