Regional Planning Program Coordinator - Planning Program Coord Transp

Working Title: Regional Planning Program Coordinator

Job Class: Planning Program Coordinator, Transportation

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 82894

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 12/30/2024

• Closing Date : 01/13/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Investment Management / Transportation System Mgmt

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and has the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position plays a critical role in shaping the future of transportation in Minnesota by leading a continuous, cooperative, and comprehensive planning process for all Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), ensuring they navigate the intricacies of federal regulations, state statutes, and best practices for transportation planning. As the primary point of contact for MPOs, this position is a trusted advisor, offering technical expertise and analysis throughout the MPO planning process. This role will serve as the lead staff for the Regional Planning Grants Coordinator who oversees federal and state planning grants for MPOs and Regional Development Organizations.

Travel (10% of time) is required for monthly MPO Technical Advisory Committee meetings, quarterly MPO Directors' meetings, and ad hoc.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of advanced professional transportation planning experience that demonstrates the following

• Experience with planning principles, methods, and techniques.

• Experience leading planning studies or complex planning processes.

• Experience with grants management principles, procedures, and techniques.

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, Sociology, Political Science substitutes for six months of advanced professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with planning or policy experience working in government at the metropolitan or state level.

• Experience with GIS mapping software.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.