Job Description
Join the Texas Department of Transportation in shaping the future of Dallas' transportation infrastructure. We seek a dedicated Transportation Planning Specialist to develop data-driven solutions for urban mobility challenges. This role offers competitive benefits, pension plans, and the opportunity to serve North Texas communities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze traffic patterns and urban growth to optimize transportation systems
- Develop comprehensive transportation plans using GIS and modeling software
- Collaborate with local governments on infrastructure improvement projects
- Prepare grant applications and funding proposals for state initiatives
- Conduct public outreach and stakeholder engagement sessions
- Monitor compliance with federal/state transportation regulations
- Generate reports on project progress and policy impacts
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of transportation planning experience
- Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS preferred)
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- Strong analytical and data visualization skills
- Experience with public sector grant processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Knowledge of Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan planning processes