Job Description

Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT Eastern Region is currently seeking to fill a Transportation Planning Specialist 3 position in the Multimodal Planning Office. In this role, you will assist the Senior Transportation Planner with leading the development and implementation of various planning studies and transportation planning analysis involving multimodal subarea/corridor management plans, transportation modeling analysis and community engagement. The position will serve as an Eastern Region Multimodal Planning representative on various local multimodal planning efforts and will be responsible for developing and leading extensive community engagement.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Transportation Planning Specialist 3 will:

• Lead, supervise and coordinate the review, evaluation, and preparation of multimodal reports/studies, analysis, and initiatives.
• Identify and determine the appropriate analysis, community engagement, and plan/study deliverables.
• Perform and/or lead geographic information systems (GIS) analysis for a variety of planning efforts.
• Represent WSDOT Eastern Region in local agency, MPO, and RTPO land use and modal transportation planning efforts.
• Lead or assist the review of local comprehensive plans and Growth Management coordination.
• Lead the preparation and implementation of study schedules, community engagement plans, and elements supporting plan development.
• Collaborate locally and statewide in identifying and planning "practical" multimodal transportation systems that provide for planned/current land use.
• Perform or assist with travel demand modeling and operational analysis on traffic modeling, evaluate proposed improvements, draw conclusions from data forecasts, prepare reports that include specific recommendations concerning the development of rural and/or urban multimodal transportation systems.
• Analyze crash data.
• Prepare and present oral/written presentations internal and external to WSDOT.
• Manage the development and updating of project websites and/or GIS platforms.
• Develop study specific community engagement plan.

Qualifications
This is a Transportation Planning Specialist 3 position. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level depending on qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal in-training plan.

At the Transportation Planning Specialist 2 level ($58,704 - $78,900 annually) the following are required:

• A Bachelor's Degree involving major study in transportation, landscape architecture, environmental planning, urban/regional/community planning, land use planning, engineering, public or business administration, public health, or related field AND one (1) year of professional transportation experience involving analysis and evaluation of transportation issues and problems. (Analysis of environmental issues and problems that involve transportation issues will also be considered qualifying experience.)

OR

• An Associate degree AND two (2) years as a

or , , , Landscape Designer 1, or equivalent classification in city or county agencies. * A valid driver's license.

At the Transportation Planning Specialist 3 level ($64,788 - $87,144 annually) the following are required:

• A Bachelor's Degree involving major study in planning, engineering, transportation, architecture, or related field AND two (2) years of professional experience in planning practices including analysis and evaluation of transportation issues and problems OR one (1) year as a

, , or equivalent classification in local/regional agencies or private sector. (A Master's degree in one of these fields can substitute for one year of required experience.) * Experience communicating effectively with diverse individuals and groups utilizing oral, written, and electronic communication methods.

• Skills to perform field verifications, compile/collect data, prepare/review technical reports, prepare correspondence, and record information in a usable format utilizing a computer and available software.
• The ability to travel to various locations through the state and work in the field in and around traffic.
• A valid driver's license.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Four (4) years practitioner experience in transportation and/or urban and regional planning.
• Experience using and interpreting results of travel demand models.
• Supervisory and/or project lead experience.

Important Notes

• In additional to the salary range listed, a general wage increase of 4% will be applied for all state employees on July 1, 2023.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable

. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code. * This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals\' lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including occasional telework for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to

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How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in, or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan at . Please be sure to reference 23DOT-ER-60153 in the subject line.

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