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TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
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Job ID
32604
Location
250 M Street SE
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Date Opened
06/09/2026
Date Closed
06/22/2026
Minimum Rate
$93,069.00
Maximum Rate
$119,916.00
Target Openings
1
Available Openings
1
Area of Consideration
Open to Public
Agency
Transportation, District Dept
Grade
13
Bargaining Unit
CH11
Type of Appointment
Career Service - Term Appt
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JOB SUMMARY
This position is located in the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Transportation Planning Administration (TPA),Planning and Sustainability Division (PSD), Safe Routes to School and Sidewalk Branch.
This position will serve as the Safe Routes to School Coordinator, responsible for multimodal transportation planning and project development, including bicycle, pedestrian, transit, freight, and general-purpose traffic in alignment with the District's long-term transportation plan (moveDC) and other related plans and policies with a specific focus on Safe Routes to School Action Plan development and implementation. The incumbent works closely with other Transportation Planners, engineers, and project managers to guide projects from analysis to design to delivery of high-quality school area street safety plans that achieve project objectives.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent for this position will serve as an expert technical advisor for the development of transportation plans, with emphasis on a multi-modal comprehensive approach. Ensuring that such plans and policies provide a safe and efficient transportation system for District citizens and other users. The incumbent for this position must develop multi-modal plans and projects for the preservation and expansion of regional transportation systems and facilities that provide the basis for investment of District and Federal resources, through the establishment of long-range policy objectives and near-term investment programs.
This position is also responsible for collecting and analyzing data on traffic design, pedestrian planning and design, transportation system management, safety enforcement and transit operational requirements. Also develops alternatives for ensuring the safe and efficient utilization of the public transportation system within the District. Prepares technical position papers, reports, and policies on issues intended to increase the operational efficiency and safety of the City''s transportation system.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position.
or
Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the person with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Which includes experience with multidisciplinary and multimodal urban projects with State, local, or municipal DOT. Proficiency in the development of presentation materials, charts, and graphics. Knowledge of transit operations and serv. Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite efficiently and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred skills and experience:
Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness to lead urban transportation projects and programs.
Extensive experience with managing multidisciplinary and multimodal urban transportation projects in a state, local, or municipal DOT context.
Ability to utilize GIS and design software packages to understand transportation issues and develop recommendations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION
Must possess and maintain a valid driver''s license.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT
The work is performed in a setting that requires normal safety precautions typical of an office environment, meeting or training rooms. Work area is properly lighted, ventilated, and heated.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS
Tour of Duty: Varies
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-2101-13
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential.
Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not representative by a bargaining unit.
Position Designation: This position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability - Security Sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.
Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as an emergency employee position under the provisions of District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12. As such, your services may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, i.e., snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operation, food distribution, and communications. These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Employees are required to work rotating shifts, to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Employees are considered emergency personnel and are subject to call-in 24 hours a day and will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:
DDOT is an employer of choice for any job seeker who has passion, energy, and enthusiasm about our city. Employee benefits include:
Applicants claiming "Residency Preference" will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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