Transportation Planner jobs at State Of Montana

Job Details Experienced Town Hall - Erie, CO Full Time $67762.00 - $98628.00 Salary/year Planning & Development Description Join Our Planning Team and Help Shape the Future of Our Town! Are you passionate about thoughtful community development and collaborative planning? Under the guidance of the Principal Planner, the Planner/Senior Planner plays a key role in shaping the growth and character of the Town of Erie. In this dynamic position, you'll review and process land use applications in accordance with the Town Code, prepare in-depth analysis reports, and contribute to long-range planning initiatives. You'll work closely with a wide range of stakeholders-including residents, developers, landowners, Town staff, the Planning Commission, Town Council, and advisory boards-to provide guidance on the Comprehensive Plan and Municipal Code. A background in design, urban design, or architecture would be a fantastic complement to this role, bringing valuable perspective to the planning process-though it's not required. If you're looking for a meaningful role where your work directly influences the community, we'd love to hear from you! All staff are expected to adhere to the Town's mission, vision and values of TRUE. Exciting new projects you could be a part of: Erie Town Center Downtown Redevelopment Multiple new mixed-use neighborhoods Posting Dates: 11/17/2025 - 12/14/2025 Given the holiday season interviews with top candidates will be scheduled in the first few weeks of January. Please ensure your application is submitted and complete prior to 11:59pm on 12/14/2025 to be considered. All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process. This posting may close early without further notice. Anticipated Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, with some nights and weekends as needed. Attending Erie public meetings as needed. These events are typically scheduled on weeknights. This position is eligible to work remotely two days a week and required to work in-office three days a week. Please note that Planning and Development does flex time for employees who attend weeknight meetings or weekend events. Work Location: Town Hall, 645 Holbrook, Erie, CO 80516 2025 Pay Range: Planner Full Salary Range: $67,762.00/year - $88,769.00/year Anticipated Hiring Range: $67,762.00/year - $78,265.00/year Senior Planner Full Salary Range: $82,190.00/year - $115,066.00/year Anticipated Hiring Range: $82,190.00/year - $98,628.00/year Hiring rates are dependent upon experience. Pay Ranges Effective 01/2026 Including 2% Market Increase: Planner Full Salary Range: $69,118/year - $90,5440/year Anticipated Hiring Range: $69,118/year - $79,831year Senior Planner Full Salary Range: $83,834/year - $117,368/year Anticipated Hiring Range: $83,834/year - $100,601/year Hiring rates are dependent upon experience. To review the full job description, environmental and physical factors please review job here. Duties and Responsibilities: The ideal candidate has a strong background in current planning and community building, with an emphasis on design. This candidate should be comfortable with working towards high quality outcomes with development teams. Current Planning Compiles and analyzes data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use, and prepares graphic and narrative reports on data. Presents staff reports and recommendations to the Planning Commission and Town Council. Reviews and evaluates major, complex project proposals to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines. Processes and reviews Land Use Applications. Coordinates schedules, staff, and referral agencies for multi-department reviews. Acts as liaison with other public and private agencies. Confers with property owners and developers to devise and recommend arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, industrial, and community uses. Provide architectural and urban design expertise and guidance for private and public design projects and for proposed PD-Planned Development zoning districts. May negotiate with applicants and mediates conflicts, documents agreements, and monitors project implementation. Long Range Planning Participates in long-range planning. Assists in preparation of planning documents for the Town, including but not limited to, the Town Comprehensive Plan, Unified Development Code and Design Guidelines. Recommends governmental measures affecting land use, public utilities, community facilities, and housing and transportation to control and guide community development and renewal. Other Duties Assist with Affordable Housing projects. Assist in site inspections for land use related requirements. Performs related work as required and assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Planner: Bachelor's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a related field. Two or more years of professional planning experience. Senior Planner: Bachelor's degree in Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a related field. Five years or more years of professional planning experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Desired Qualifications: Master's degree in urban or regional planning American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Design/urban design/architecture background Ability to negotiate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong presentation drafting skills with the ability to translate complex planning concepts into accessible visual and written materials. Comfortable speaking and presenting in public forums and facilitating discussions with stakeholders, residents, and elected officials. Experience partnering and collaborating with multiple stakeholders Municipal or local government experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) for communicating, reporting and presentation development. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for producing high-quality visual content Familiarity with Bluebeam Job Expectations: Must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely to various Town facilities and at times other locations to perform the duties of the position. A motor vehicle record will be pulled through the background check. Must be able to attend Erie public meetings as needed. These events are typically scheduled on weeknights. Must be able to work full-time, 40 hours per week, with some nights and weekends as needed. This position is eligible to work remotely two days a week and required to work in-office three days a week. Please note that Planning and Development does flex time for employees who attend weeknight meetings or weekend events. Pre-employment screenings include: Interview process Reference checks Background checks include: National and County Criminal Scan, Sex-Offender Registry check and Motor Vehicle Report through DMV Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at ************************* and **********************. Town of Erie Benefits: The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for you. Coverage of these benefits begin the 1st of the month following date of hire for benefited employees regularly working an average of 30 hours per week. Each year you will have the option of changing your elections through open enrollment. Click here to learn more. Designated full time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage options Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans Employer paid Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) Employer paid Short and Long Term Disability Voluntary Supplemental Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimbursement up to $750 per year for numerous health/wellness purchases Employer paid Employee Assistance Program Robust Extended Sick Leave (ESL) and family sick leave program 48 hours of Colorado Sick Leave preloaded on the 1st of every year; pro-rated at time of hire 3 ½ Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year (increases with years of service) 40 hours of pre-loaded Paid Time Off (PTO) to each new employee upon hire Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays Twenty-Four (24) Hours of Paid Volunteer Leave Up to 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave for bonding with a new child Option to “sell back” PTO after two years of continuous employment 457 Retirement Plan, with a 5% employer match and immediate 100% vesting in your deferral AND employer contributions Education reimbursement up to $3,000 per year Individual free membership to the Erie Community Center and steep discounts on couple or family memberships Language stipend program Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes Childcare benefits which includes 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado Half-off charging at town-owned EV charging stations Pet Insurance Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub Eligible for discount Dell Computer program Onsite/virtual trainings for growth and development opportunities We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer! EEOC Statement: The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.

The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) is seeking one or more transportation planning professionals to join its Department of Transportation and Infrastructure to support multi-modal investments across the dynamic and rapidly growing metropolitan area. GNRC is responsible for developing the Regional Transportation Plan and Transportation Improvement Program for the Nashville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and is a key partner in planning activities carried out by public transit agencies, local governments, the TN Department of Transportation, and neighboring MPOs and Rural Planning Organizations. GNRC is looking for mid- and senior-level experts and practitioners experienced in one or more of the following areas of specialization: Active Transportation Public Transportation and Ridesharing Freight and Goods Movement Roadway Safety Countermeasures Emerging Technologies and Intelligent Transportation Systems Transportation Funding and Financing Land Use Coordination and Right-of-Way Preservation Planning and Environmental Linkages Travel Demand Modeling and Microsimulation Traffic Engineering Traffic Impact Studies Key Job Duties: Lead/assist in the development of local and regional plans by 1) documenting and analyzing existing conditions and trends, 2) identifying and assessing best practices and tools, and 3) recommending policies, actions, or investment strategies tailored to address planning objectives; Lead/assist in the development of maps and other data visualizations; Present staff reports to elected officials, planning boards, stakeholder organizations, and the general public; Provide guidance and/or coordinate with planning and engineering firms and local jurisdictions engaged in regional and corridor level planning studies and engineering analysis; Build and strengthen partnerships with community-based organizations and advocates, universities and research institutions, business groups, local governments, public transit agencies, the TN Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, among others; and Participate in industry associations and continuing education opportunities to remain current on emerging and best practices related transportation planning. Qualifications: The ideal candidate(s) will have experience in transportation planning or engineering within a state DOT, regional planning organization, transit agency, or local government setting and possess working knowledge of federal metropolitan planning requirements. Candidates with a demonstrated understanding of the relationship between transportation and social equity, housing, land use, economic development, and environmental sustainability is preferred. A master's degree in public policy, engineering, community and regional planning, or a related field is required, along with at least two years of professional experience. A bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience may be substituted for the master's degree. Foreign degrees and credentials will be considered. Compensation: The minimum starting pay rate is dependent on experience and qualifications. GNRC offers exceptional health insurance benefits, a fully paid pension through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (with no employee payroll deduction), and an optional a dollar for dollar match to a 401k, up to 3% of gross salary. Inquire for more information about benefits. Remote Work Policy: While GNRC provides flexibility for remote/hybrid working conditions, this is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be expected to work from the GNRC office with regularity. Travel Expectations: This position will require regular travel throughout the Middle Tennessee area. A valid driver's license and access to personal transportation is required. About GNRC: The Greater Nashville Regional Council was established by the TN General Assembly as an association of local governments empowered to convene local and state leaders for the purposes of planning and programming state and federal investments into a range of social services and public infrastructure. GNRC serves as the region's federally-recognized Area Agency on Aging and Disability (AAAD), Economic Development District (EDD) and administers the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) on behalf of the Nashville Area MPO Transportation Policy Board . More information is available at GNRC.org. Position open until filled. GNRC is an EOE, AA Employer

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Transit Planner. This position supports MDT's transit planning functions. Prepare and assist in the preparation of various transportation plans, programs, policies, and transit needs. Ensure compliance with federal and state laws for development and implementation of such plans, programs, and projects. Research, analyze, and manage financial data to support transportation planning functions including interpretation of federal and state laws and guidelines, developing and managing contract processes, coordinating with local government, non-profits, and tribes on transit planning issues. This position reports to the Transit Section Supervisor and does not directly supervise others. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at *************. Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: * Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance * Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families * State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) * Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek * Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays * Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness * Benefits apply on first day of employment * Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation's mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: **************************************** Required Education and Experience: Planner 2 - $31.24/hr * Associate degree in Economics, Planning, Business Administration, or a related field and 1 year of related experience. Planner 3 - $33.86/hr * Associate degree in Economics, Planning, Business Administration, or a related field and 2 years of related experience. Planner 4 - $35.72/hr * Bachelors degree in Economics, Planning, Business Administration or a related field and 1 year of directly related experience. Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered for each level. Such as 3, 4, or 5 years of related experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ability to learn the principles and practices of transportation planning. * Program management skills. * Ability to provide clear verbal and written communication. Required Application Materials: * A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. * A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant." If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below. Other Information Driver's record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant's permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment. This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference. The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at ************. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.