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Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce

Principal/Senior/Planner- Transportation

Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061


Olmsted County has earned the 2023 and 2024 Best Places to Work - Southeast Minnesota designation.Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

Planner: (Starting salary is $30.31 - $40.47. Full range is $30.31 - $50.62)Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban or Regional Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Policy, or closely related field. OR A combination of education and experience equivalent to four (4) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.Senior Planner: (Starting salary is $34.59 - $46.18. Full range is $34.59 - $57.77)Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban or Regional Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Policy, or closely related field and two (2) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.OR A combination of education and experience equivalent to six (6) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.Principal Planner: (Starting salary is $35.68 - $47.64. Full range is $35.68- $59.60)Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban, Rural or Regional Planning, Land Use Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Policy, or closely related field and three (3) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.OR Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban, Rural or Regional Planning, Land Use Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Policy, or closely related field and two (2) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.OR A combination of education and experience equivalent to seven (7) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.Desirable Qualifications : AICP certification from the American Planning Association.Nature of Work

Under general supervision, coordinates the various work activities of the Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments (ROCOG), the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Rochester, Minnesota urbanized area.Examples of Work

Develop and lead the MPO’s safety planning studies and projects and assist and coordinate this work with county and local safety initiatives.Assist in developing and implementing the MPO’s outreach and stakeholder engagement.Coordinates data collection, analysis, plan formulation, and implementation of a wide variety of planning projects, such as the Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Transportation Improvement Program, and corridor studies.Collaborates with Olmsted County departments, state agencies, transit agencies, municipalities, MPO Board members and other stakeholder to ensure an integrated approach to addressing planning issues.Analyzes local, state, and federal policies addressing transportation, land use, and the environment, and provides recommendations regarding legislative or funding changes affecting planning programs.Translate data summaries and model outputs to assess implications and provide insights for project- and policy-related decisions.Participates in public meetings to explain transportation projects and gathers public feedback.Assist with or manage consultant lead planning projects and adhere to task timelines and constraints.Participate in developing transportation plans and policies and applying tools to help answer project- and policy-related questions.Help identify transportation needs and analyze the use and effectiveness of existing transportation systems.Assist in ensuring compliance with federal planning regulations.Prepare plan reports and presentations.Performs related work as required.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Thorough knowledge of transportation planning principles, theories, and research methods.Thorough knowledge of project management.Knowledge of Metropolitan Planning Organization planning processes.Knowledge of state and federal transportation funding programs.Knowledge of current public participation techniques and how to successfully connect with the public.Skill in verbal and written communication including public speaking and presenting information to large groups.Skill in preparing maps and graphics.Ability to interpret and display statistical data for citizen understanding.Ability to understand and interpret ordinances, policies, and codes.Ability to train and mentor others.Ability to learn and adapt to changes in the workplace.Persons with disabilities:

the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

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