The Planner I – Program Development works collaboratively with and supports the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency’s (TPA) Program Development Team. The position’s primary responsibilities include creating and maintaining Geographic Information Systems (GIS) datasets, maps and graphics. The position also requires supporting the development and implementation of the TPA’s Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and the identification and implementation of projects in the TPA’s State Road Modifications and Local Initiatives funding programs. All work is performed with considerable independence and initiative under direction of the Deputy Director of Program Development.
- Create and maintain GIS datasets, maps and graphics to support transportation-related analysis and web-based presentations of data.
- Support the development and implementation of the TPA’s Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), including creation of GIS project data, participation in regional planning and modeling efforts, and creation of socioeconomic forecasts based on land use plans and population and employment trends.
- Support the development of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), including creation of GIS project data, development of revenue forecasts, calculation of performance measures, and documentation of compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Support the identification and implementation of projects in the TPA’s State Road Modifications and Local Initiatives funding programs, including reviewing applications, conducting field reviews of project locations, and reviewing design plans.
- Participate in corridor planning, multimodal planning, and transportation/land use planning.
- Perform other transportation and land use planning tasks to support TPA objectives and meet state and federal requirements.
- Prepare maps and graphics to support TPA performance management initiatives.
- Maintain and analyze transportation data using the ESRI Suite.
- Create and design maps, data visualizations, graphics and documents using the ESRI Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Prepare and present information to the TPA Board, advisory committees, outside agencies and the public.
- Oversee consultant work orders as assigned.
- Collaborate with TPA staff, consultants, local governments, partner agencies, key stakeholders, and the public in transportation planning.
- Provide technical and advisory assistance to local governments and agencies in matters related to pedestrian, bicycle, and transit planning.
- Perform updates to the TPA website.
- Participate in partner agency committees.
- Participate in public outreach and educational activities to share information and gather public input.
- Perform all other duties as may be assigned to meet agency needs.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the aforementioned essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in urban/regional planning, transportation engineering, or a related field is required.
- Master’s degree or any other graduate degree in urban/regional planning or a related field is preferred.
- One (1) or more years of experience in urban/regional planning, transportation engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- A graduate degree in urban/regional planning or related field may account for one (1) year of experience.
- GIS experience is preferred.
- Experience working with a Metropolitan Planning Organization is preferred.
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must have or obtain a valid Florida Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.
The full job description can be viewed at PalmBeachTPA.org/jobs.