Transportation Planning Specialist 13 (Air Quality and Traffic Noise) - Bureau of Development

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This position has statewide responsibility for project-level air quality and traffic noise analysis and abatement.

This position is responsible for evaluating air quality and traffic noise impacts on sensitive receivers and determining any necessary mitigation in transportation projects as required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 and in accordance with Federal Regulations 23 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 771 and 772, 40 CFR 51 and 93 and all subsequent guidance. The position analyzes and determines air quality and traffic noise impacts and any mitigation for transportation projects in coordination with the United States (US) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Transit Administration, and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).

This position is a single point of contact for project-level air quality and Type I (new roadway, capacity expansion, or substantial alignment alteration projects) traffic noise abatement issues for federal and state agencies, industry, and the public. The position makes the final decision regarding air quality mitigation and noise abatement for projects. The position leads the discussion in committees that determine policy, protocol, and procedures regarding air quality and noise abatement analyses and documentation.

This position works in cooperation with federal agencies such as FHWA and EPA on research projects involving air quality issues, such as mobile source air toxics and greenhouse gas emissions.

This position requires possession of a valid driver's license to perform traffic noise impacts and abatement analyses, attend public meetings and hearings and meet with State and Federal legislators.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Transportation Planning Specialist 13 position.

For additional information, please see the links below:

• Transportation Planning Specialist 13 Position Description (Download PDF reader)
• All about MDOT

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

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