Transportation Planner ; FE

Transportation Planner 2 (40 Hour) #FE-001

Introduction
The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). accepting applications for Transportation Planner 2 for the Bureau of Public Transportation, Office of Rail, Capital Planning in Newington, CT.

• State Employee Benefits Overview page
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance for all employees
• Working for an award-winning agency – CTDOT recently received the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers and was named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024.

• Monday - Friday
• Full Time, 40 hours per week
• First shift
• Location:
  
  Newington
• P‑4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit
• Eligible for telework after successful completion of the working test period, per the Telework Policy. Employees in the initial period must work on site.

The Transportation Planner 2 – Office of Rail, Capital Planning is responsible for leading and supporting statewide rail capital planning activities within the Connecticut Department of Transportation. The position develops, evaluates, and prioritizes passenger and freight rail projects, ensuring coordination across CTDOT bureaus, partner agencies, and federal programs such as FRA Corridor  NEC Commission initiatives. The role emphasizes multimodal integration, data‑driven decision making, and alignment with the Department’s long‑range strategic goals.

• Lead or coordinate capital planning studies, including identification, scoping, and justification of new or upgraded rail projects (stations, bridges, track, rolling stock, and yard facilities).
• Develop and manage planning documentation supporting the Rail Capital Program, including reports, cost estimates, schedules, phasing, and funding strategy.
• Assist with preparation of federal funding applications (FRA Corridor , FSP‑NEC, BIL/IIJA grants, etc.) and coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure compliance with federal guidelines.
• Support multimodal planning initiatives integrating rail with highway, bus, and active transportation networks.
• Review consultant studies, service development plans, and feasibility analyses to align with CTDOT goals and federal requirements.
• Collaborate with the Project Concepts and Design units to transition projects from planning to design.
• Participate in coordination with Amtrak, Metro‑North Railroad, FRA, FTA, NEC Commission, and regional MPOs regarding service planning, capital improvement prioritization, and funding allocations.
• Develop maps, reports, presentations, and data analyses illustrating rail system performance, capacity constraints, and investment opportunities.
• Lead or assist in maintaining the CTDOT Rail Capital Planning Database and contribute to the annual Transportation Capital Plan and Time for CT program updates.
• Represent the Office of Rail at interagency working groups, legislative hearings, and public information sessions.

The mission of the Connecticut Department of Transportation is to provide a safe and efficient intermodal transportation network that improves quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and region. We seek energetic, driven team players passionate about serving the public and contributing to the DOT’s mission.

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• Meet
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the closing date. Specify your qualifications on your application.
• Educational Credits: List earned credits and degrees accurately. If earned outside the U.S., provide documentation of foreign education equivalency by the closing date.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21‑69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. Additional documentation may be required as the process progresses (cover letter, transcripts, diplomas, etc.).
• Preferred Shift/
  
  Location:
  
  Select all locations and shifts you are willing…