Long-Range​/Corridor Transportation Planner

East-West Gateway Council of Governments (EWG) has an opening for a Long‑Range/Corridor Transportation Planner in the Transportation Planning Department. This position will report directly to the Corridor & Long‑Range Planning Coordinator. The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting the long‑range planning process and corridor/multimodal planning projects.

• Supporting the long‑range plan update and transportation performance management program
• Researching, collecting, and analyzing transportation data for the satisfactory completion of required studies, reports, plans or other products
• Preparing and editing presentations, informational materials, memos, maps and written reports
• Participating in discrete planning studies for roadway and transit investments
• Supporting oversight of consultant work, public outreach, and agency coordination activities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban and regional transportation planning including current literature and recent developments in regional planning
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools to analyze regional trends, track key performance measures, and translate complex research into clear, actionable reports
• Familiarity with livability, sustainability and economic concepts as they apply to transportation system development and design
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey technical information to the general public

• Knowledge of federal metropolitan planning requirements
• Knowledge of performance‑based planning and/or performance measurement
• Experience with community engagement
• Understanding of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process

The successful candidate will have graduated from an accredited four‑year college or university, with major coursework in transportation planning, urban and regional planning, public policy, civil engineering, or a closely related field. One (1) year of directly related professional experience or an equivalent combination of directly related education and professional experience is preferred.

There is potential for a promotion to a Planner II once the employee meets all qualifications for that level position, is fully trained, and can take over the full responsibility for the day‑to‑day management and development of the performance‑based planning program.

All applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States.

The salary range for this position begins at $45,602 annually. Actual starting salary will be based on background and experience. EWG offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including insurance (health, dental, vision, and life), flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan with employer match, and generous paid time off (vacation, holiday, and sick leave).