Transportation Planner

Manager of Long Range Planning at Wasatch Front Regional Council

A Transportation Planner (filled as a Long Range Transportation Planner II or III) is needed for an employer in Salt Lake City, UT. The Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC) prepares transportation plans and programs as the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the majority of Utah's Wasatch Front. WFRC builds consensus and enhances quality of life by developing and implementing visions and plans for a well-functioning multi-modal transportation system, livable communities, a strong economy, and a healthy environment.

In an effort to further WFRC's mission, WFRC is seeking a full-time Transportation Planner. The successful candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment to address the challenges of one of the fastest growing states in the country. You will plan transportation and address interactions between land use, economic opportunity, and transportation to help shape the future livability of the Region.

Located in downtown Salt Lake City, WFRC's office is in a convenient location accessible by walking, biking, transit, and driving. Salt Lake City is renowned for offering urban amenities in close proximity to world-class outdoor activities.

• Perform professional planning, requiring the application of transportation planning principles and the analysis of growth forecasts.
• Participate in strategic and analytical planning processes to identify and anticipate future multi-modal transportation demands, related land use coordination issues/opportunities, and develop and present reports to identify trends and conditions influencing long- and short-range transportation plans.
• Coordinate and develop a network of roadway facilities with transportation partners and local communities for the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).
• Provide expert guidance and experience for transportation studies, funding, and implementation.
• Prepare preliminary cost estimates and projections for projects on the RTP and analysis of transportation funding options.
• Perform various coordinating duties and tasks related to the ongoing development, production, and maintenance of the RTP and Wasatch Choice Vision, including periodic progress reports, public input, and outreach efforts.
• Collaboratively consider land use as it interrelates with transportation, including in the development of the Wasatch Choice Vision.
• Represent the agency by providing planning assistance to various elected officials, local government staff, state agencies, federal agencies, transportation agencies, committees, task forces, and other stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with external stakeholders including public, private, and community sectors.
• Coordinate/manage/participate as a point of contact and serve as a liaison between WFRC and outside agencies/user groups, acting as staff to technical committees and monitoring various local government projects.
• Prepare and deliver written and oral communications to a wide variety of stakeholders, conveying complex transportation concepts and recommendations in a clear, compelling manner.
• Maintain professionalism, integrity, and a public-service attitude.
• Other duties as assigned.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in urban planning, engineering, geography, public or business administration, or a related field.

• Minimum three years, with a preference between five and 15 years professional experience in transportation planning, engineering, urban design, or a related field. Desired skills include experience in spreadsheet, mapping and GIS application, land use and corridor planning, project management and professional communication skills.

Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience and responsibility. Full benefits package.

The Wasatch Front Regional Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.