Senior City Planner-Transportation

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Description

Job Summary:

The Senior Transportation Planner (STP) position is responsible for the development of multi-year planning process for plans and policies affecting the uses of the transportation system, transport operations, land use, travel corridors, transit demands, multi-modal systems planning, environmental regulatory requirements, other transportation programs, and mobility and safety of overall transport operations. The Senior Transportation Planner will analyze problems, issues, proposals, and development alternatives, options or plans in coordination of the multi-year Capital Improvement Plan, local and regional project plans, safety plans and corridor specific plans. This position oversees transportation planning for a highly complex transportation system, including urban and regional land use planning.

The salary range for this position is $84,000.00- $113,400.00 per hour with a hiring range of $84,000.00 - $98,700.00, depending on qualifications and experience.

First reading of applicants to take place on Friday, 2/14/25 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

A Current Resume And Cover Letter Are Required.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of transportation in Northern Colorado? As the Senior Transportation Planner, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the development and implementation of multi-year plans and policies that shape Loveland's transportation network, transit, and active modes of transportation to promote safety, innovation, efficiency and inclusivity. Your expertise will be critical in coordinating and overseeing complex, multi-faceted planning efforts across both local and regional partners. Join our transportation engineering team and take part in shaping the future of transportation for the City of Loveland.

Essential Functions

• Support the Division to ensure overall planning and capital project planning processes utilize consistent asset management techniques, projected network usage (roads, trails, transit, etc.), transportation visioning, all supported by data analysis.
• Ensure all CIP projects are scoped, developed, and implemented consistently with short- and long-range transportation plans and develop metrics to measure plan implementation success.
• Responsible to continually develop regional partnerships and improve regional mobility and safety.
• Utilize transportation and land use plans to collaborate in the development of multi-year planning processes and improvement programs across city departments. Prioritize innovative opportunities to modernize daily operations through automation and infrastructure betterment.
• Apply sound transportation planning principles balanced with the consideration of social, economic, environmental, financial and other relevant factors in developing recommendations for planning and improvement actions.
• Implement and oversee effective project management and planning processes as well as coordinate activities with staff and stakeholders.
• Communicate, engage and respond to questions and inquiries including those from the public, contractors, and professionals.
• Coordinate with the local, regional and state organizations and ensure plans create seamless connection across modes within the city and regionally.
• Improve and optimize transport projects fostering mobility, economic growth, inclusive opportunity, sustainability, equity and quality.
• Manage the implementation of updates to the transportation master plan, sub area plans and corridor plans.
• Responsible for managing transportation planning projects to enhance the city's overall transportation system. Assist in implementing a broad range of transportation planning and mobility projects and programs.
• Participate in transportation development review. Ensure development coincides with transportation master plan and corridor visions.
• Act as a liaison with the Thompson School District for Safe Route to School project planning, coordination, and management.
• Participate in Public Works' integration of comprehensive plans and other applicable strategic and master plans into transportation and mobility planning and related project efforts.
• Participate in the development and ongoing implementation of the Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan and maintenance of the Safety Action Plan.
• Assist in grant applications. Help secure funding to achieve citywide transportation goals
• Prepare reports and findings present and makes recommendations to Commissions, Boards, and City Council.
• Project manage complex and sensitive transportation and mobility planning projects. Apply current transportation planning theory and best practices across all modes of transportation.
• Develop transportation planning policies and amend land use codes.
• Assist in developing and maintaining micro-mobility policy and regulations
• Coordinate with stakeholders to identify and implement opportunities for collaboration, strengthen integration of regional multi-modality and transportation systems, identify and secure alternative funding sources and successfully complete associated projects.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of applicable regulations and develop revised regulations where necessary to implement policies of the City Council.
• Develop and lead public participation strategies for transportation planning and projects.
• Negotiate acceptable solutions to complex neighborhood and community concerns and issues related to strategic and long-range transportation planning projects.
• Coordinate leading the creation and implementation of comprehensive department transportation planning and project strategy for all modes, inclusive of strategies related to positive health outcomes.
• Act as the primary City contact regarding local and regional rail transit initiatives.
• Utilize data to make informed transportation planning decisions.
  
  

Other Job Functions

• Help coordinate the annual Walk and Bike Month programming and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in transportation planning, urban or regional planning or closely related field considered useful in city planning required.
  
  

Experience

• 5 years increasing responsible experience in the field of urban or transportation planning, including two years of project management required.
• 2 years Professional experience applying principles and practices of transportation planning required.
• Some long range planning experience preferred.
  
  

An equivalent combination of education and or experience may substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis.

Certifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and/or Professional Transportation Planner® (PTP) certification is preferred.
• AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) Certification preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent communication and resolution skills
• Analyze and interpret complex regulations, policies and information
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Analyze and interpret data including statistical standards and specifications.
• Create, read and understand complex information including maps, plans, and other graphics.
• Project management skills and leadership
• Requires strong software skills in all areas relevant to the scope of work.
  
  

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Frequent minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Frequent exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Occasional exposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.
  
  

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefits Information

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
  
  

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility

• This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance.
  
  

Employment offers will be successful on the completion of a driving record and background check.