Transportation Engineer/Planner (TSMO)

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Job description

Transportation Engineer/Planner (TSMO)

MetroPlan Orlando, the metropolitan planning organization for Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties is seeking a Transportation Engineer/Planner to perform technical, analytical, and administrative work associated with transportation system management and operations and planning (TSMO).

Essential Functions

• Assist and advise the Director of TSMO on standards, policies and best practices that advance planning for TSMO.
• Project manager for task(s) assigned to the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) under TSMO.
• Manage, collaborate, and coordinate with internal and external staff in development and implementation of tasks, plans, projects, and programs such as the UPWP; Transportation Improvement Program (TIP); Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and Congestion Management Process (CMP).
• Provides technical assistance to local and state agencies and stakeholders in performing transportation systems analysis to advance planning for TSMO.
• Plan and develop conceptual project improvements and TSMO solutions in response to issues related to traffic signals, traffic safety and urban congestion. This will include project management of the Traffic Signal Retiming Program, Crash Database and Travel Demand Management (TDM) strategies to relieve congested conditions.
• Develop and manage consultant contracts and other types of agreements that support planning for TSMO. This includes developing documentation for contract funding, request for proposal (RFP) and related documents, participation on technical review committees (TRC), evaluation of contract work products, consultant evaluation and processing approval.
• Identify funding opportunities under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) or state programs to advance planning for TSMO, safety, and system reliability.

Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, civil engineering, or transportation planning and five (5) years of experience or a bachelor's degree and seven (7) years' experience in related field with a concentration in transportation engineering systems.

-OR-

May substitute and equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary & Benefits

The full-time position offers a competitive salary and an excellent fringe benefits package, including health insurance, retirement planning, and paid time off. MetroPlan Orlando is based in beautiful downtown Orlando, with convenient access to the Church Street SunRail Station, nearby Lymmo service, a LYNX bus stop at the front door, and secure bicycle and vehicle parking.

How to Apply

Send a cover letter and resume to: OR Director of Finance & Administration, MetroPlan Orlando, 250 South Orange Avenue, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32801. Completion of a MetroPlan Orlando employment application form will be required of those selected for interview.

MetroPlan Orlando is an equal opportunity employer, a drug-free workplace, and a tobacco-free workplace. It is the policy of MetroPlan Orlando that all applicants selected for employment must sign an Affidavit for Non-Use of Tobacco Products in order to be hired. The non-use of tobacco products must have been for a period of at least six months immediately preceding application for employment; and must be maintained and continued for the duration of employment with MetroPlan Orlando.

All applications must be received by September 30, 2024. Open until filled.

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