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Associate Transportation Planner (JC-495251)

Caltrans

The Role

Overview

Lead transit coordinator handling data, GIS, studies, contracts, and reports

Key Responsibilities

  • corridor studies
  • traffic modeling
  • gis support
  • transit coordination
  • project reporting
  • contract management

Tasks

Incumbent will prepare and update corridor studies, and other related District 10 System Planning documents. This includes researching and assembling highway and census data from various government agencies, traffic modeling, forecasting, traffic operations units, and land use planners to analyze transportation system operation. It also involves the use of various software applications to compile the data into a functional document with graphs, charts, tables, and maps. Work with Program Project Management staff to compile and update project lists. The incumbent will serve in a lead capacity as the transit coordinator, to provide the team with transit data from internal and external sources and provide support in the evaluation of modeling data. Coordinate with contractors and other transit staff within Caltrans for special projects, grants and documents. Assist in scoping of projects, developing work plans, quarterly reports, contract management, invoicing and the review and comment on the deliverables. Provide Geographic Information System (GIS) support and preparation of system planning documents and provide support for other special projects. As a District Transit coordinator, compile information, compose text, and assess material for transit issues.

Benefits

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career." This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent. Annual Salary: $87,936.00 - $110,136.00 Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

The Company

About Caltrans

-Oversees the state's highway network. -Ensures mobility and safety for millions. -Key projects include highway construction, bridge maintenance, and traffic management solutions. -Addresses the diverse challenges of California’s landscape. -Plans and executes infrastructure projects to support state growth. -Integrates technology to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. -Sustainability efforts focus on reducing carbon emissions in transport. -Supports multimodal transport, including bike lanes and public transit systems. -Engages in large-scale projects to modernize transportation.

Sector Specialisms

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