Sustainable Development Planner
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, the North Central Texas Council of Governments (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.
The NCTCOG Transportation Department is seeking a senior- or principal-level Transportation Planner to assume a leadership role in the management of areas within the Sustainable Development Program, which includes transportation and school siting, land-use, economic development, and transit-oriented development (TOD) planning. This individual will be responsible for preparing and implementing programs and projects related to various sustainable development initiatives, as well as overseeing staff activities. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://mycogcareer.silkroad.c