Job Description
Join the Texas Department of Transportation's Fort Worth district office and shape the future of North Texas transportation infrastructure. As a Transportation Planner III, you'll lead transformative projects impacting millions of residents while enjoying state benefits, competitive compensation, and work-life balance. This role offers unparalleled opportunities for career growth in public service with direct impact on community development.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive transportation plans for Tarrant County and surrounding areas
- Analyze traffic patterns and infrastructure data to optimize transit systems
- Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies on multimodal projects
- Prepare environmental impact assessments and grant applications
- Manage public outreach initiatives and stakeholder engagement
- Mentor junior planners and lead cross-functional project teams
- Ensure compliance with federal/state transportation regulations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of transportation planning experience in public sector
- Texas Professional Engineer (PE) or AICP certification preferred
- Advanced proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS Pro) and traffic modeling tools
- Demonstrated success in managing multimodal transportation projects
- Experience with NEPA documentation and federal grant processes
- Strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills