RFT Senior Transportation Planner
Planning and Transportation Department
City of Bloomington
Human Resources Department
401 N Morton St
Bloomington, IN 47404
812/349-3404
812/349-3446 Fax
812/349-3539 Job Line
hrmail@bloomington.in.gov
Position Desription
Incumbent serves as Senior Transportation Planner for the Planning and Transportation Department, which serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Bloomington urbanized area. Primarily responsible for ensuring Bloomington’s compliance with all MPO certification requirements. Provides Planning and Transportation Department staff support to three different committees of the MPO: the Citizens Advisory Committee, Technical Advisory Committee, and the Policy Committee. Responsible for the development and implementation of the MPO’s Long Range Transportation plan. Prepares and administrates the MPO’s multi-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Prepare all MPO billings for federal grant monies and processes appropriate documentation on a quarterly basis. Performs related duties as assigned.
Education
Minimum knowledge equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Training/Skills
Membership in American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred. Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe packages, web programming, and GIS. Strong writing and presentation skills.
Experience
Minimum experience equivalent to three (3) years. A Master’s Degree in planning or related field may substitute for experience. Specific experience in the administration of MPO responsibilities and/or regional planning organizations is desired.
Hours
8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday. Other times as required.
Salary Range
$43,500-$50,000
Anyone wishing to apply for this position may do so by fax, email or at City Hall, Human Resources Department, 401 N Morton St, Suite 230 on or before Friday, August 3, 2016 by 5:00 P.M.
An Equal Opportunity Employer/ La Igualdad De Oportunidades De Empleo Es La Ley
The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, and disability status in employment or the provision of services.
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