Description

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 is seeking a Transportation Planner in Traffic Operations team. This position plays a vital role in advancing regional efforts to enhance mobility, reduce congestion, and improve transportation operations and safety through the strategic development and implementation of innovative transportation plans and technologies. The successful candidate will help optimize the performance of the existing transportation network using data-driven strategies and through 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.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Working with supervisor to review consultant activities for a region-wide program focused on traffic signal and intersection enhancements along inter-city corridors
• Working with supervisor to review consultant activities to maintain a regional traffic signal performance platform and traffic signal inventory
• Working with supervisor to collect, process, and analyze traffic performance data using platforms, or other probe data analytical tools to support performance reporting and decision making
• Working with supervisor to develop performance dashboards and visualization tools to monitor congestion, reliability, and signal performance metrics
• Assisting with the evaluation and prioritization of regional traffic signal infrastructure updates
• Assisting with the evaluation of technology readiness and cost benefit analyses for ITS and communications projects
• Working with supervisor to assist local governments with the development and implementation of transportation plans, policies, and programs aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving system reliability
• Working with supervisor to assist with the development and integration of Traffic Operations strategies into the region’s key planning documents, including the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), and Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP)
• Working with supervisor to develop strategies for transportation plans, assess program and project effectiveness through analyses, and monitor the implementation of funded projects
• Assisting supervisor with coordination with internal and external partners to plan budget for projects
• 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

Requirements

Required Skills

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen to and follow instructions, coordinate 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

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods
One year or less of work-related experience

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $49,022.46 – $58,826.95 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by, and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.