Principal Planner - RCP

Position Summary

The Department of Mobility & Infrastructure (DOMI) seeks a Principal T ransportation Planner t o support a federally funded transportation and land use planning study . The selected candidate will lead and hold accountable a multidisciplinary project team tasked with completing a feasibility study and alternatives analysis of the elevated portion of State Route 6 5 that bisects Pittsburgh’s Manchester and Chateau neighborhoods.

This project aims to functionally reunite these communities wh ile enhancing the safety and connectivity of the broader transportation system. The se lection of preferred roadway alternative will include recommendations for supportive land use and economic policies meant to protect against displacement and other environmental injustice . The position will ensure adherence to all grant guidelines.

This initiative, titled Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Manchester Reunited: Reconnecting Manchester to The River and The Region , is funded through USDOT's Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program Grant for a period of eighteen (18) months. The grant term concludes in June 2027. Future years of funding are contingent on grant availability and other funding sources.

Department: Mobility & Infrastructure

Posting Type: Announcement

Salary: $74,069 per year.

Union: None, this is a non-union position.

Civil Service Classification: Exempt

Requirements

General Application Requirements :

You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must be or become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.
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NOTE : The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes but is not limited to criminal background, driver's license and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration for employment based on the results of their background investigation (as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered).

NOTE : Candidates being considered for employment will be required to submit official transcripts to verify of their post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to being hired by the City of Pittsburgh. Transcripts must be submitted at the time of any/each job interview you have with the City of Pittsburgh.

Qualifying Requirements

Your City of Pittsburgh application will be reviewed and your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will be sent an eligibility letter regarding your eligible/ineligible status.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show four (4) years of full-time experience in transportation planning in urban environments, with a focus on human-scale built environments, traffic safety, mobility, accessibility for all users, and equity. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
• Preferred experience:
• Project Management.
• Familiarity with the U.S. Department of Transportation, or other federal grant programs.
• Familiarity with State DOT processes and design manuals.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and community impact assessments.
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a Bachelor's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in transportation. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).
• Preferred Certifications:
• AICP Certification (American Institute of Certified Planners).
• PMP Certification (Project Management Professional).
• EQUIVALENCY: Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position (based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above). The Total Qualifying Requirement is eight (8) years. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).
  
  

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.

Written : None required for this position.

Performance : None required for this position.

Medical : None required for this position.

POSITION DUTIES

Program Management

• Leads and oversees planning initiatives funded by the Reconnecting Communities Grant Program, ensuring alignment with grant requirements, deadlines, and objectives .
• Develops and manages comprehensive project work plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure efficient and effective execution.
• Monitors project progress, identifies challenges, and implements solutions to maintain quality and achieve desired outcomes.
• Ensures all grant guidelines, including documentation, financial management , and reporting, are met and adhered to.
• Prepares and submits progress reports, budget updates, and performance metrics to funding agencies in a timely and accurate manner.
• Oversees day-to-day activities of consultants, ensuring deliverables meet project goals and quality standards.
• Partners with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, urban planners, designers, and environmental specialists, to ensure cohesive project outcomes.
• Collaborates with local, state, and federal agencies to align project objectives with broader transportation and land-use policies.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Facilitates meaningful engagement with community members, government agencies, advocacy groups, and other stakeholders to ensure inclusive planning processes.
• Coordinates public meetings, workshops, and outreach efforts to gather input and foster community buy-in.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for stakeholders and funding agencies, maintaining clear communication and collaboration.
  
  

Technical Expertise

• Ensures planning efforts prioritize equity, inclusion, and accessibility for all users, particularly underserved and marginalized communities.
• Advocates for human-scale, multimodal transportation solutions that enhance mobility, safety, and livability.
• Conducts and oversees research, data analysis, and assessments related to transportation socioeconomic impacts, connectivity and relationship with land use .
• Develops innovative strategies and solutions to address infrastructure challenges, leveraging best practices in urban and transportation planning.
• Prepares technical reports, presentations, and grant-related documentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of databases focusing on various transportation industries specific to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Southwestern Pennsylvania.
• Utilizes Microsoft Office Suite & Geographic Information System (GIS ). Ability to learn Adobe Design Suite.
  
  

Other Tasks

• Performs activities, functions, and other related tasks and duties as assigned or required .
  
  

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