Transportation Planner

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Technical Skills and Experience

• A strong interest in transportation planning principles and policies is key.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word and Excel is required.
• Knowledge/experience of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is required
• Knowledge/Experience of coding is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite
• Experience with programming languages is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the following is considered an asset:
  • Transit planning and operations
  • Curbside management and parking,
  • Active transportation,
  • Complete Streets,
• A valid driver’s license is an asset.
• Sports and events planning experience is an asset.

Personal Skills

• Problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and to gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities effectively; uses time efficiently.
• Strong interest and preferable experience in transit and mobility planning.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong organizational skills and understanding of how to prioritize.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Creative problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Some familiarity with project management is an asset.
• Ability to work in a team environment, synthesize problems, and communicate points of view and analytical results.

Travel may be required to deliver and present plans or documents to agencies or clients, or to attend meetings. May occasionally be required to visit study areas, and be exposed to the elements/inclement weather conditions.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning or related Engineering field.
• Work experience in a transit agency or transit environment or at a high level in venue-based operations is considered a strong asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.  

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