Transportation Planner

Transportation Planner

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Clearwater, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-00238

Department

Planning & Development

Division

LONG RANGE PLANNING

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).

Position Description

Targeted Entry Salary: $91,780 - $96,369 DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS

CURRENT LISTING IS FOR OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under limited direction, the Senior Planner-Transportation performs transportation planning and project work, coordinates pedestrian and bicycle transportation programs, and provides general transportation planning oversight. Provides leadership, expertise, and direction in transportation planning activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs and provides advanced professional level planning and project work administering and overseeing the Citys transportation planning program, which includes Complete Streets and bicycle/pedestrian planning and projects.
• Develops, implements, and facilitates projects and programs designed to achieve the Citys goals for sustainable transportation; promotes integration of transportation and land use planning to expand multimodal options in the City that meet the needs of all people.
• Manages and supports a variety of multimodal and active transportation programs and projects; interprets planning and design guidelines as they affect bicycling/pedestrian issues; evaluates and makes recommendations on technical aspects of transportation planning.
• Prepares and presents corridor planning studies and commercial and neighborhood area wide transportation plans; coordinates transportation elements of the Citys Comprehensive Plan, Community Development Code, Code of Ordinances, and special area plans, including periodic evaluation and appraisal and subsequent updates and amendments and develops, implements, and promotes the Citys bicycle and pedestrian programs and plans.
• Serves as liaison with other governmental officials and agencies to coordinate transportation planning efforts and determine, develop, and maintain funding sources; reviews other agencies projects and plans and participates in a variety of committees to ensure city goals are addressed; represents the City on boards and committees.
• Responds and replies to transportation planning inquiries from the general public, elected officials, and outside professionals; coordinates with other city departments for transportation related projects and plans; participates in a variety of meetings and public hearings.
• Presents to community and business groups and engages the community as part of transportation plans and projects; prepares and distributes key program and project messaging through various means including project websites.
• Conducts research and analysis and prepares reports on complex planning issues; documents and tracks transportation programs and projects for internal and external reporting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State drivers license is required.

AICP certification, CNU accreditation, PTP (Transportation Planner), and/or similar is preferred, but not required.

Education and Experience:

Masters Degree in Urban, City or Regional Planning, Engineering, or related field AND five (5) years of experience in transportation planning or related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -

• Principles and practices of transportation planning and design, context sensitive design, and the design and implementation of traffic calming devices and safety countermeasures.
• All facets of multimodal transportation including streets, pedestrians, bicycles, and transit
• NACTO and AASHTO design guides for urban streets, bikeways, and bike/pedestrian facilities
• Comprehensive plan, community development code, and state statutes
• Report development and presentation
• General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment.

Skill in -

• Reviewing transportation plans and policies and recommending changes and updates
• Analyzing data and applying information to zoning, urban design, and other planning activities
• Reading and reviewing site plan documents, including surveys, civil and architectural drawings, and landscape plans
• Project management; managing time and project load appropriately
• Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing, with strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Operating a computer and related software including Microsoft Office 365; experience with SharePoint, transportation modeling software, and GIS preferred

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:

Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:

Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.

01

What level of Drivers License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

02

Check area for which you possess a valid certification/accreditation

• AICP Certification
• CNU-A Credential
• Professional Transportation Planner (PTP) Credential
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
• Other
• None

03

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

04

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

• No experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 6+ years of experience

05

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

06

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?"

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Clearwater

Address 100 South Myrtle Avenue

Clearwater, Florida, 33756

Phone 727-562-4870

Option 1

Website http://www.myclearwater.com