Associate Transportation Planner

Salary : $124,034.56 - $150,779.20 Annually

Location : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 25-L26-A

Department : Roads

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit : 01

Description

Under direction; to function as a project lead for transportation grant applications, plans and studies.

Typical Tasks

• Conducts studies; prepares reports; develops plans, recommendations and policies to achieve County transportation goals, objectives, and standards pursuant to Federal and State legal requirements;
• Monitors the Department's Federally funded projects;
• Prepares Department comments to cities and other agencies' California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents;
• Prepares narrative reports and written recommendations concerning transportation related planning projects;
• Prepares public presentations and materials;
• Assists engineering project managers with the application processes;
• Reviews and provides analysis to proposed Federal and State legislation related to transportation that may impact the Department;
• Reviews land development proposals and environmental documents to provide recommendations related to transportation planning;
• Creates exhibits and / or coordinates with other groups or consultants to have exhibits prepared;
• Supports capital expenditures by researching and identifying grant sources, writing effective proposals and obtaining grant funding;
• Prepares legislative files and makes presentations before commissions, committees and community groups;
• Manages the Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) listings for County transportation projects;
• Serves as alternate for the County Transportation Planner representing the County in various commission meetings and committees to understand and anticipate regional trends, issues and policies as they may affect County roadways;
• Prepares requests for consultant qualifications and manages consultant contracts;
• Assigns, reviews, and evaluates work of consultants, contractors or vendors;
• May supervise subordinate staff;
• May be assigned as Disaster Service Worker, as required;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient training, education and experience, which demonstrates possession and application of the following knowledge and abilities :

Training and Experience Note : The required knowledge and abilities are attained through the possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Transportation, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or related field and three (3) years full time experience in transportation planning. A Master's Degree in one of the above disciplines may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Possession of a California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Driver's Permit.

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits

The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account

The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D

The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial / legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness

The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement

A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED for your application and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. Please include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week for questions asking about your experience. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Vague, incomplete or non-responsive answers could result in no or low scores in a competitive rating process. Do you understand this requirement?

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Transportation, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or related field?

What area of study do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in?

If you selected "Other related field" in the previous question, please identify the area of study. If you did not select this option, type N / A.

Do you possess a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Transportation, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or related field?

What area of study do you possess a Master's Degree in?

If you selected "Other related field" in the previous question, please identify the area of study. If you did not select this option, type N / A.

How many years of experience do you have in transportation planning?

Please describe your work experience in transportation planning. Responses must include the following information : Your job title(s), employer name(s), start / end date(s), hours worked per week and a detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type N / A.

Select the computer applications you are proficient using : (check all that apply)

For each computer application selected above, provide the following information : a. Computer application nameb. Description of how you directly used the application in your current and / or previous position(s). You may add applications not listed in Q10, and provide the same (a), (b) information for each application.

How many years of experience do you have making oral presentations before public officials, the public and / or technical groups?

Please describe your experience in making oral presentations before public officials, the public and / or technical groups. Responses must include the following required information : Your job title(s), employer name(s), start / end date(s), hours worked per week and a detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type N / A.

How many years of experience do you have researching, locating and writing grant proposals for funding transportation projects?

Please describe your experience researching, locating and writing effective grant proposals for funding transportation projects. Responses must include the following required information : Your job title(s), employer name(s), start / end date(s), hours worked per week and a detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type N / A.

How did you find out about this job?

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CERTIFICATION

Do you certify that all of the statements made on this form are true, complete and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith? Do you understand that you may be expected to substantiate these self-ratings if invited to interview for this position?

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