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Transportation Planner - Career Ladder Group

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Florida, USA
Full-time
Mid
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduate of an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in urban planning or a related field, including economics, urban studies, geography, environmental studies/science, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, engineering, real estate, GIS, public administration, political science, or other similarly related field as determined by the Division Director.
  • Must be able to utilize personal computers and software utilized by the assigned work unit.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment within this classification.
  • A comparable amount of related training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications except for the required college degree.
  • SPECIAL PREFERENCES
  • College degree in Urban Planning from a PAB-accredited program
  • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
  • All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
  • TRANSPORTATION PLANNER II
  • ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
  • Independently prepare technical reports and planning documents using collected data and professional judgment.
  • Presents findings and materials to stakeholders, committees, and the public.
  • Serves as a liaison with internal departments and partner agencies on transportation-related initiatives.
  • Performs spatial, statistical, and performance-based analysis using GIS and planning software.
  • Participates in grant research and supports basic application preparation.
  • Provide support to advisory committees and represents planning staff at public meetings.
  • Assists in preparing drafts of reports and public meeting materials for TPO-related plans and programs, including:
  • Long-range multi-modal transportation plan
  • Short-range transit development plans
  • Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
  • Transportation Disadvantaged Program
  • Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
  • Provides general support for presentations and attends internal meetings or workshops.
  • Performs related duties as required.
  • KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
  • Analyzes transportation trends using GIS, modeling, or performance-based tools.
  • Develops written reports, maps, and visuals independently for public and technical audiences.
  • Communicates technical content in accessible ways for boards, agencies, and the public.
  • Coordinates with departments, consultants, and partner agencies on transportation projects.
  • Prioritizes multiple assignments under general supervision while applying judgment to resolve planning issues.
  • Master's degree with major course work in urban planning or a related field, including economics, urban studies, geography, environmental studies/science, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, engineering, real estate, GIS, public administration, political science, or other similarly related field as determined by the Division Director.
  • Or
  • Bachelor's degree with major course work in one of the above fields and one (1) year of experience.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment within this classification.
  • (Transportation Planner II, III, Senior)
  • Certifications (Two of the following)
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) which can count for two of the required certifications,
  • Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM).
  • Congress for the New Urbanism Accreditation (CUN-A).
  • Geographical Information System Professional (GISP).
  • LEED Accredited Professional (LEED-AP).
  • Certified Economic Developer (CEcD).
  • State certified General Real Estate Appraisal license,
  • Certified Public Manager (CPM)
  • Emerging Leader Graduate
  • Real Estate Sales license.
  • Florida Redevelopment Association - Redevelopment Administrator (FRA-RA)
  • Florida Redevelopment Association - Redevelopment Professional (FRA-RP)
  • Attendance at one conference hosted by the Florida American Planning Association (FAPA), Florida Planning and Zoning Association (FPZA), Florida Economic Development Council (FEDC), or Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) and obtain 16 equivalent 16 equivalent American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) continuing education credits.
  • Or any other relevant license or certification deemed appropriate by the Division Director.
  • TRANSPORTATION PLANNER III
  • Leads assigned planning studies and interdepartmental projects, coordinating across multiple agencies and disciplines.
  • Oversee regulatory analysis and interpret complex transportation and land use data for internal and external use.
  • Drafts and reviews of public policy recommendations and strategic proposals related to mobility, access, and infrastructure.
  • Supervises or mentors lower-level planners, providing quality control on technical work.
  • Manages consultant contracts or outside vendors supporting specific transportation planning efforts.
  • Facilitates advanced stakeholder engagement, including public workshops and hearings.
  • Leads planning studies, complex data analysis, and strategic report development.
  • Interprets regulatory frameworks and funding guidelines across federal, state, and local levels.
  • Directs consultant activities, scopes technical projects, and ensures deliverables aligns with County standards.
  • Mentor’s junior planners and ensures consistency, accuracy, and compliance in their work.
  • Serve as a senior-level communicator in public forums, board meetings, or interagency workgroups.
  • Master's degree with major course work in urban planning or a related field, including economics, urban studies, geography, environmental studies/science, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, engineering, real estate, GIS, public administration, political science, or other similarly related field as determined by the Division Director, and one (1) year of experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in one of the above fields, and three (3) years of experience.
  • Must be able to use personal computers and software relevant to the assigned work unit.
  • Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
  • Transportation Planner II, III,
  • Certified Economic Developer (Cad).
  • Polk County Succession Management graduate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduate of an accredited college or university and have a minimum amount of relevant planning experience, as follows:

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