Planning Program Manager 2
Arizona Department Of Transportation
data analysis
geospatial data
client delivery
team leadership
work environment
data governance
Work closely with other agencies, divisions, and sections to provide data support, informational interfaces, data analysis, and general technical support.
The position is also responsible for the management of geospatial data interfaces in the form of dashboards and story maps.
Represent MPD/ADOT in meetings and at conferences and symposiums. Develops and writes documentation for scoping of projects, work plans, and budgets.
Manages and leads professional employees under the general direction of the Data and Information Manager and is responsible for the supervision of the Data Analytics team.
Create and support a professional and productive work environment and ensures staff has all the necessary knowledge, tools, and training to accomplish their assignments.
Responsible for oversight of transportation data governance, coordination, Federal reporting, Information production, and technical support within the Data and Information Group.
leadership
management
database software
gis
esri
valid driver's license
This role requires a deep understanding of leadership, management, database software, statistical analysis, and geospatial information system
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Accredited education, training, and experience in Urban/Regional Planning. Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Transportation Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Supervisory experience.
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
Three years of work experience in programming, database management, and GIS (including ESRI software applications). Familiarity/work experience in asset management, traffic/mobility analysis, and safety data.
Valid driver's license with acceptable 39 month MVR
Benefits- Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
- Accrued vacation at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
- Sick days at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Great Work Life Balance!
- Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
- Wellness plans
- Deferred compensation plan
- driving license check
- acceptable driving record
- completion of driver training
- e-verify check
1974
Year Founded
The founding year marks the inception of the department responsible for Arizona's transportation systems.
- Designs, constructs, and maintains highways, bridges, and public transit systems to ensure efficient travel across the state.
- Focuses on both state and local roadways, providing critical infrastructure that supports Arizona’s economy and daily life.
- Collaborates with local governments and private sectors to improve transportation safety, reduce congestion, and increase mobility.
- Key projects include road widening, bridge repair, and the development of intelligent transportation systems.
- Promotes public safety through initiatives like traffic enforcement, driver education, and road hazard mitigation.
- Committed to adapting transportation networks to Arizona's dynamic climate and rapid urban growth.
- Budget is allocated to both immediate projects and long-term infrastructure improvements to support a growing population and evolving transportation needs.
114 Million Grant
Carbon Reduction Program Funding
ADOT secured $114 million over five years to reduce transportation emissions by promoting lower-emission travel options and construction methods.
27 Million Grant
Low-Carbon Paving Materials
ADOT received $27 million from the Federal Highway Administration to study and implement low-carbon paving materials, starting in 2025.
76.5 Million EV Funding
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
ADOT allocated $76.5 million for EV charging stations, ensuring chargers are spaced no more than 50 miles apart along interstate corridors.
- In January 2024, ADOT finalized its Carbon Reduction Strategy, establishing measurable performance targets for greenhouse gas emissions in coordination with MPOs.
- Through its Sustainable Transportation Program, ADOT has operationalized sustainability across administrative, planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance activities, with dedicated teams on air quality, wildlife conservation, noise, water resources and hazardous materials.
- ADOT implements a Sustainable Pavement Program using life-cycle assessment (LCA) and life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) to optimize pavement life cycles, reduce environmental impact and material usage.
- ADOT’s net-zero target date is not stated explicitly in publicly available strategy documents.
- ADOT’s public sources do not include a disclosed DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics
- No quantifiable outcomes (e.g., percentage of women employees or leadership roles) are available in ADOT’s official communications
