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TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I

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Class Title
TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I
Class Code
20000688
Salary
$56,957.47 - $94,929.54 Annually
Definition and Distinguishing Characteristics

TITLE: TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I
GRADE: S-22

DEFINITION:
Under close supervision, performs entry level professional duties in transportation planning, technical analysis, marketing and research; and does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
The Transportation Planner I is distinguished from the Transportation Planner II in that the Transportation Planner I performs entry level work or assists a Planner II at the journey level, whereas a Transportation Planner II independently performs journey level professional work in planning, technical analysis, marketing and research for specific projects and programs.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
Depending on the functional area of assignment, may perform the following tasks:
Performs basic transportation analyses and evaluations related to transportation services and facilities, including trip generation, parking, bus service, distribution, assignment and capacity calculations;
Assists in evaluating performance and adequacy of transit services;
Assists in performing traffic demand management studies, analyses and program implementation;
Undertakes maintenance, scheduling and operations duties for a county-operated bus service;
Reviews transportation and traffic operational requests and suggestions;
Assists in the preparation of bids, RFPs, in contractor/consultant selection and in contract administration;
Assists in conducting various phases of transportation studies to include design of work programs, field investigations, vacations and abandonments, data collections/analysis and literature search and analysis;
Assists in assessment of the transportation impacts of development applications, including post approval activities such as proffer tracking and enforcement;
Applies for grants;
Presents information to appropriate officials and the public;
Organizes and carries out public education programs.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all inclusive list.)
Depending on the functional area of assignment, must possess the following KSAs:
Basic knowledge of the principles and methods of transportation/transit planning and analysis;
Ability to write, proofread, edit, and rewrite documents effectively and to produce accurate final documents;
Ability to assume progressively increased responsibility for assignments;
Ability to manage time, competing assignments, and deadlines effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment;
Ability to use transportation planning/analysis software, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software to prepare documents and to store, manipulate, analyze, and present information;
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, county and government officials and the general public.

Employment Standards/Licensures/Certification/ Necessary Special Requirements

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:
(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, urban, regional or transportation planning, or a closely related field.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
None.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
None.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
 
 Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY

 

Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

  • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • LiveWell Program
  • Flexible Spending Programs
  • Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Contributory Retirement Plan
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employees' Child Care Center
  • Commuter Benefit Program
  • Continuous Learning Opportunities

NOTE:  Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

For additional details please visit the County's benefits webpage.

 

Non-Merit Positions

  1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
    • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
    • Flexible Spending Program
    • Deferred Compensation
  2. Temporary:  scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
    • No benefits

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