What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Planner position at Valley Metro RPTA?
The Principal Planner performs highly complex professional planning duties in support of studies and projects; and serves as project managers for large scale, complex studies and projects while leading teams of other professional staff and consultants. As a member of the Valley Metro’s Capital Planning Team, this Principal Planner will also serve as a resident expert related to Federal Transit Administration Capital Investment Grant Program(s), associated regulations, and processes; including, but not limited to overarching FTA, ADA, and Title VI requirements.
Valley Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field
- Five (5) years of transportation planning experience
- Three (3) years applicable experience/knowledge of the Federal Transit Administration Capital Investment Grant Program, and associated regulations and processes, including ADA and Title VI/Environmental Justice
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties listed
Desired Qualifications:
Master's Degree and/or transit planning experience preferred
AICP designation preferred
Background Investigation:
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background check
License:
Valid Driver's License and safe driving record
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Salary : $77,994 - $116,991
