TAPPI
Multimodal Transportation Planning Supervisor
TAPPI, Largo, Maryland, United States,
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The Prince George's County Planning Department of The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission is seeking an experienced
Multimodal Transportation Planning Supervisor
to join our planning team and help shape the future of one of the nation's largest, most diverse counties. The Department provides land use planning for the physical development of Prince George's County, Maryland.As Planning Supervisor, you will oversee, and be responsible for managing the activities of the section’s review of multimodal transportation planning activities including:Proposed development review applications that include:
Scoping for traffic studiesReview of Traffic, Bicycle and Pedestrian Impact StudiesReview of Master Plan conformanceReview of conformance with Adequate Public Facilities requirements for traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian impactsDevelopment recommendations for traffic improvementsCoordination with staff, applicants and partner agenciesPresenting and responding to questions at public hearings as needed
Implementation of the Countywide Master Plan of Transportation (MPOT 2035) and the County’s Transportation Review GuidelinesReview of proposed legislation (new and amended)Review of permitsResearch and support in the development area master plansDevelopment and/or review of transportation policies and infrastructure strategies for the County’s road, transit, pedestrian, bicycle and trail networksManagement of the development and utilization of an advanced transportation demand forecast modelAdvancing progressive land use and transportation policies; and coordinating with county and state agenciesCoordination with partner agencies, including but not limited to the Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation, Prince George’s County Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement, and Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway AdministrationYou will supervise a team of planners focused on achieving the County’s vision of a multi-modal transportation network that connects residents to jobs and other activity centers and supports the built environment equitably, efficiently, and safely.Examples of Important Duties
Performs HR supervisory functions such as assigning work to staff; evaluating staff performance and preparing performance appraisals; recruitment and selection of staff; approving leave requests; recommending training; counseling and discipline; and ensuring adherence to Commission policies and procedures.Prepares annual budget requests and staff time allocations. Recommends work plan projects.Develops policy and procedures in collaboration with the division management team to achieve work program goals and objectives.Serves as project facilitator ensuring adequate resources to meet project objectives. Provides technical guidance on planning methodologies and approaches.Manages regular communication with Department management and works with the Planning Board, County Council, and other high level public officials to keep them informed of progress on planning projects.Responds to and coordinates staff responses to sensitive and complex inquiries or requests for information from residents, community leaders, developers, attorneys, and public officials.Reviews staff deliverables prior to submission including memoranda for development review and mandatory referral cases, correspondence with local and state agencies.Resolves project related conflicts with applicants.Responds to customer inquiries regarding status of projects, as needed.Provides support in the development of policy and infrastructure recommendations for countywide and community planning master plans and studies.Oversees Transportation Planning Section planning projects, including the preparation of the transportation forecast modeling, various transportation action plans and mobility studies.Serves as a source of expertise in deliberations of the Planning Board, County Executive, and County Council.Serves as acting division chief when needed.WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:
The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have strong analytical and critical thinking skills, possess outstanding communication skills, and be proactive. In addition, they must be independently engaged in the work program and highly dependable.Proven ability to supervise, mentor, counsel, and develop staff.Knowledge and experience in transportation planning, transportation policy and engineering.Practical knowledge of travel forecast demand modeling and developing long-term transportation infrastructure and policy recommendations.Keen understanding of the development review process.Demonstrated ability to manage or facilitate complex, multi-year projects.Strong communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to effectively express thoughts, ideas, and messages in oral and written form.A desire to serve the public and collaborate with other agencies and departments.The ability to cope effectively with change and be flexible.Experience with Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), Sharepoint/Teams, GIS is strongly preferred.Ability to perform other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Transportation, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Economics or any related field.Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional level planning experience that includes supervisory or project leadership and coordination experience.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together totals ten (10) years.Valid driver’s license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations.Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
Works in an office. Field work will be required for site selection, event planning, and events. Required to attend and/or facilitate public meetings with members of the community and/or events in the evening or on weekends.WHY PRINCE GEORGE’S PLANNING?
Amenities:Telework opportunities (up to two telework days per week)Flexible schedulesComplimentary access to M-NCPPC gymnasiums throughout Prince George’s CountyFree parking is available for employeesProfessional development opportunities/Tuition assistancePositions may qualify for federal student loan forgiveness assistanceThe M-NCPPC offers a competitive salary range of $89,092 to $157,697 (salary is commensurate with education and experience) at the Planning Supervisor level with excellent benefits including generous leave, extensive health coverage, deferred compensation plan, and employee pension plan.The Prince George’s County Planning Department is conveniently located in Largo, Maryland near Metro and I-495.May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of application.Agency: The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning CommissionAddress: 7833 Walker Drive, Suite 425, Greenbelt, Maryland, 20770Website:
https://www.mncppc.org/jobs
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The Prince George's County Planning Department of The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission is seeking an experienced
Multimodal Transportation Planning Supervisor
to join our planning team and help shape the future of one of the nation's largest, most diverse counties. The Department provides land use planning for the physical development of Prince George's County, Maryland.As Planning Supervisor, you will oversee, and be responsible for managing the activities of the section’s review of multimodal transportation planning activities including:Proposed development review applications that include:
Scoping for traffic studiesReview of Traffic, Bicycle and Pedestrian Impact StudiesReview of Master Plan conformanceReview of conformance with Adequate Public Facilities requirements for traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian impactsDevelopment recommendations for traffic improvementsCoordination with staff, applicants and partner agenciesPresenting and responding to questions at public hearings as needed
Implementation of the Countywide Master Plan of Transportation (MPOT 2035) and the County’s Transportation Review GuidelinesReview of proposed legislation (new and amended)Review of permitsResearch and support in the development area master plansDevelopment and/or review of transportation policies and infrastructure strategies for the County’s road, transit, pedestrian, bicycle and trail networksManagement of the development and utilization of an advanced transportation demand forecast modelAdvancing progressive land use and transportation policies; and coordinating with county and state agenciesCoordination with partner agencies, including but not limited to the Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation, Prince George’s County Department of Permitting, Inspections, and Enforcement, and Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway AdministrationYou will supervise a team of planners focused on achieving the County’s vision of a multi-modal transportation network that connects residents to jobs and other activity centers and supports the built environment equitably, efficiently, and safely.Examples of Important Duties
Performs HR supervisory functions such as assigning work to staff; evaluating staff performance and preparing performance appraisals; recruitment and selection of staff; approving leave requests; recommending training; counseling and discipline; and ensuring adherence to Commission policies and procedures.Prepares annual budget requests and staff time allocations. Recommends work plan projects.Develops policy and procedures in collaboration with the division management team to achieve work program goals and objectives.Serves as project facilitator ensuring adequate resources to meet project objectives. Provides technical guidance on planning methodologies and approaches.Manages regular communication with Department management and works with the Planning Board, County Council, and other high level public officials to keep them informed of progress on planning projects.Responds to and coordinates staff responses to sensitive and complex inquiries or requests for information from residents, community leaders, developers, attorneys, and public officials.Reviews staff deliverables prior to submission including memoranda for development review and mandatory referral cases, correspondence with local and state agencies.Resolves project related conflicts with applicants.Responds to customer inquiries regarding status of projects, as needed.Provides support in the development of policy and infrastructure recommendations for countywide and community planning master plans and studies.Oversees Transportation Planning Section planning projects, including the preparation of the transportation forecast modeling, various transportation action plans and mobility studies.Serves as a source of expertise in deliberations of the Planning Board, County Executive, and County Council.Serves as acting division chief when needed.WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:
The ideal candidate will be highly organized, have strong analytical and critical thinking skills, possess outstanding communication skills, and be proactive. In addition, they must be independently engaged in the work program and highly dependable.Proven ability to supervise, mentor, counsel, and develop staff.Knowledge and experience in transportation planning, transportation policy and engineering.Practical knowledge of travel forecast demand modeling and developing long-term transportation infrastructure and policy recommendations.Keen understanding of the development review process.Demonstrated ability to manage or facilitate complex, multi-year projects.Strong communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to effectively express thoughts, ideas, and messages in oral and written form.A desire to serve the public and collaborate with other agencies and departments.The ability to cope effectively with change and be flexible.Experience with Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), Sharepoint/Teams, GIS is strongly preferred.Ability to perform other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Geography, Architecture, Parks and Recreation, Transportation, Urban Design, Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Economics or any related field.Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional level planning experience that includes supervisory or project leadership and coordination experience.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together totals ten (10) years.Valid driver’s license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations.Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
Works in an office. Field work will be required for site selection, event planning, and events. Required to attend and/or facilitate public meetings with members of the community and/or events in the evening or on weekends.WHY PRINCE GEORGE’S PLANNING?
Amenities:Telework opportunities (up to two telework days per week)Flexible schedulesComplimentary access to M-NCPPC gymnasiums throughout Prince George’s CountyFree parking is available for employeesProfessional development opportunities/Tuition assistancePositions may qualify for federal student loan forgiveness assistanceThe M-NCPPC offers a competitive salary range of $89,092 to $157,697 (salary is commensurate with education and experience) at the Planning Supervisor level with excellent benefits including generous leave, extensive health coverage, deferred compensation plan, and employee pension plan.The Prince George’s County Planning Department is conveniently located in Largo, Maryland near Metro and I-495.May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of application.Agency: The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning CommissionAddress: 7833 Walker Drive, Suite 425, Greenbelt, Maryland, 20770Website:
https://www.mncppc.org/jobs
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