Transportation Planner II - Transit​/Mobility Services Planning

Transportation Planner II (Transit/Mobility Service Planning)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $80,925 - $98,758 Annually

Full Salary Range: $80,925 - $117,342 Annually

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Benefits:
This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

Job Summary:

The Transportation Planner II (Transit/Mobility Service Planning) is a mid-level professional position responsible for managing and supporting transportation planning initiatives, with a focus on transit service planning and mobility access. This role conducts data collection and analysis, prepares reports and presentations, and utilizes GIS and other planning tools to support informed decision-making and system evaluation.

Serving as the Mobility Service Planner for the City of Greeley Mobility Services, this position leads transit planning efforts including route and service design, schedule development, and continuous service improvement. The Planner evaluates system performance and develops service strategies that balance cost efficiency, customer experience, operational performance, and reliability while supporting first- and last-mile connectivity.

The position integrates data analysis, operational requirements, and stakeholder input to refine transit services and optimize service delivery. Responsibilities also include leading public outreach efforts, coordinating with stakeholders, and providing project management support for complex transportation initiatives. The Transportation Planner II works closely with the Senior Transportation Planning Manager, Mobility Manager, internal departments, regional partners, and elected officials to advance mobility, land use, and sustainability goals while independently overseeing day-to-day project activities.

Experience, Education, and

Skills:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 3+ years of experience in transit and/or transportation planning
• Knowledge of current transit planning service practices and processes
• Public speaking and/or community engagement experience

OR

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job,

AND

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or certifications in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• AICP Certification
• Knowledge of related transit scheduling, planning, and related software (VIA, Remix, ArcGIS, etc.) and their applications
• Experience in assisting with transit planning projects, including supporting budget, timeline, and stakeholder coordination.
• Involvement in long-term transportation planning efforts, contributing to visioning and strategy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the planning principles, practices, and procedures as they pertain to the performance of the essential duties of position.
• Knowledge of transit service planning, transit operations, transportation planning, and parking planning.
• Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research and data collection.
• Knowledge of relevant Federal transportation programs.
• Skill with effective writing techniques.
• Skill using computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications, econometric or transportation modeling, database management, or GIS.
• Ability to organize work for timely completion and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously and prioritize accordingly
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions and suggest improvements to processes.
• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Essential Functions:

Data Collection & Analysis

• Independently manage the collection and analysis of transportation data (transit ridership, pedestrian counts, surveys, etc.).
• Conduct in-depth…