Multimodal Planner Intermediate

The Minnesota Department of Transportation employs people of all backgrounds and skill levels to connect members of our communities through a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system. We offer many employment opportunities in a wide variety of career fields that support our work. We are committed to giving our employees the tools and resources needed to grow and advance their careers.

To help our workforce thrive, we offer our employees excellent training opportunities and recognize the benefits of cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture that builds on the perspectives and strengths of all employees. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of colleagues, driven by their work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you do and see the benefits you provide to Minnesotans and all people using our transportation system such as state highways, railways, and airports.

We hope you will join us to find your purpose in state service!

• Job : 92321
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 02/20/2026
• Closing Date
  : 03/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position supports Metro District’s planning efforts using a variety of data sources and tools to advance multimodal transportation planning implementation and integrate modal considerations into MnDOT’s project development processes.

The position will report to the Metro District Multimodal Planning Director and will be responsible for the following:

• Lead and support multimodal transportation planning studies and activities, including analyses, GIS work, internal/external coordination, complete streets documentation, and participating in project design discussions.
• Lead Multimodal Planning’s activities in Metro District’s review of local government development proposals adjacent to MnDOT right-of-way.
• Perform other responsibilities and initiatives, as assigned by the Multimodal Planning Director.

This position is located at Metro District headquarters in Roseville and has the flexibility to work in the office or a hybrid schedule that includes in office and teleworking time. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, Sociology, or Political Science

OR

One (1) year of professional level transportation planning experience (e.g., Planner-MAPE 5L or higher)

Transportation planning experience must include:

• Support planning studies and/or planning processes
• Experience using ArcGIS
• Preparation of professional written communication (e.g., reports, studies, etc.)
• Delivering presentations

It is our policy that the successful candidate pass a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check/employment verification

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