Overview
To Apply: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=527721
Under the general direction of the Deputy District Director of Planning and Local Assistance, the Principal Transportation Planner is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing the district’s planning and modal programs outcomes in transportation improvement projects. This includes the planning functions of complete streets, transit planning, climate change, local development review, regional planning, multi-modal system planning, freight planning, investment planning, feasibility studies, sustainability, equity, and community engagement. The incumbent integrates the planning efforts with the development of project initiation documents and project delivery efforts to support a sustainable, clean and multi-modal transportation system that is safe, equitable and beneficial for communities, and is resilient to climate change. This includes a focus on an accessible and multi-modal network of travel options, active transportation (bicycle, pedestrian, and transit access), livable communities, freight planning, and the integration of these options into transportation investments. The incumbent works with various divisions within the District to ensure that Caltrans’ policies, priorities, goals, and strategies are implemented and that all projects are planned, programmed, designed, constructed, and maintained accordingly.
This work requires strong public outreach and engagement, maintaining a network of active stakeholders, and establishing collaboration with internal programs, federal, state, local and regional agencies, non-profit organizations, and advocacy and advisory groups. The incumbent must be a strong leader and effectively collaborate with Caltrans’ functions, local, regional, state and federal transportation agencies, bicycle, pedestrian, and transit stakeholders, and have the political acumen to ensure effective delivery of planning products and services. The incumbent must support the Department’s strategic goals and vision, based on the foundational principles of safety, equity, climate action, and economic prosperity for communities through all efforts. The desired outcome is to develop a portfolio of multi-modal projects that address safety for all users, equity, climate resiliency, and prosperity for communities.
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Principal Transportation Planner Exam
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Principal Transportation Planner Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g. transfer, permissive reinstatement or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The exam is located here: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2163
Careers at Caltrans PMP: How to get a State Job
Caltrans Planning & Modal Programs (PMP) hosts free monthly virtual workshops to guide job seekers through the State of California’s application process. Learn how to navigate job postings on CalCareers, craft a strong Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), understand state exams and when to start applying!
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About Caltrans
From roads less traveled to highways supporting California’s demanding commute. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) manages more than 50,000 miles of California's highway and freeway lanes, provides inter-city rail services, permits more than 400 public-use airports and special-use hospital heliports, and works with local agencies to keep California moving.
More than the road workers, we are California’s transportation infrastructure; established in 1895, Caltrans has been active in moving the people and commerce of California and continues to model the way in innovative transportation systems. Caltrans specializes in many areas related to transportation: Engineering, Environmental Analysis, Information Technology, Maintenance, Equipment, Transportation Planning, Land Surveys, Right of Way, Finance, Traffic Operations, Aeronautics, Legal, and Administration
Within Caltrans, the Planning and Modal Programs (PMP) shapes the future of multimodal transportation across California by envisioning, articulating, and implementing desired outcomes. PMP is looking for new members to join our team to fulfill our mission to create a safe, reliable transportation network that serves everyone and respects the environment. Visit the Planning and Modal Program website to learn more about job opportunities and for career exploration.
Caltrans offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the well-being of its employees. Benefits include a variety of health, vision and dental insurance plans, access to state retirement plans through CalPERS, paid holidays and sick leave, and flexible work schedules. To learn more about these benefits visit the Caltrans benefits website.
Helpful Resources
Careers at Caltrans PMP: How to get a State Job
Caltrans Planning & Modal Programs (PMP) hosts free monthly virtual workshops to guide job seekers through the State of California’s hiring process. Learn how to navigate job postings on CalCareers, craft a strong Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), understand state exams and when to start applying!
Register for a workshop here: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/planning-modal/planning-and-modal-program-recruitment/featured-job-opportunities/monthly-workshops
Stay Updated with Caltrans PMP: Sign up for our mailing list to be directly notified about our multimodal transportation job opportunities and/or to learn more about when and where our next hiring event will take place: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/2qocrSP
