Req ID: 28386
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Number of Positions: 2
Closing Date: 07/28/2026
Job SummaryAs part of the Active Transportation team, you will help design and implement projects that enhance mobility options for residents of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. This includes leading the annual expansion of the cycling network and improvements to the sidewalk network, with a strong emphasis on accessibility, community engagement, and safety.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesAs a member of the Active Transportation team in the Transportation Infrastructure Management Section, you will be required to:
- Coordinate the preliminary planning, capital budgeting, and programming for cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, including bike lanes, multi-use trails, sidewalks and related infrastructure.
- Provide specialized input to engineering design staff and/or consultants to ensure the City's cycling and pedestrian master plan objectives are met and best practices are followed in the preparation of detailed designs for the construction of AT infrastructure.
- Coordinate with City departments/divisions such as Transit and Community Services, as well as the Region of Peel, Metrolinx, the Province of Ontario, and other agencies to establish active transportation programs and infrastructure.
- Provide technical guidance related to active transportation programs and infrastructure to the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee, the Road Safety Committee, the Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee, and others.
- Provide specialized input on active transportation programs and infrastructure during the development or undertaking of transportation master plans, environmental impact assessments, transportation corridor studies and development applications.
- Develop and implement policies related to active transportation programs and infrastructure and providing input into the development of similar policies by consultants and outside agencies.
- Develop data-driven strategies to improve the safety and comfort of active transportation infrastructure, and to improve program planning and delivery.
- Prepare reports and delivering presentations on active transportation infrastructure and programs for staff teams, senior management, the Leadership Team, Council / standing committees as well as external groups.
- Provide functional guidance to junior staff and co-op students.
Skills and Qualifications- Post-secondary education with a degree in planning, urban studies, transportation engineering or a related program, and three years of progressive experience in coordinating programs or projects in the field of active transportation; or, a graduate from a recognized college or polytechnical institution with a diploma in urban studies, transportation engineering technology or a related program, and five years of progressive experience in coordinating programs or projects in the field of active transportation.
- Membership in good standing or eligibility for membership as a Registered Professional Planner, Professional Engineer, or Certified Engineering Technologist is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in project management is required.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills are required.
- Experience with project planning and budget preparation is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current planning and design standards for active transportation facilities, including the Ontario Traffic Manual's Book 18 - Cycling Facilities, is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of community outreach principles and strategies, working with a variety of audiences and stakeholders is preferred.
- Experience working in a municipal government environment is preferred.
- Demonstrated passion for active transportation is an asset.
- Good working knowledge of standard computer applications; experience with CAD software (e.g., MicroStation) and GIS software (e.g. ESRi) is an asset
Hourly Rate/Salary: $44.27 - $59.03
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre - 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Work Model: This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be onsite in the office 3 days per week and allowing remote work for the remaining days. Specific in-office days may be set by the team or department to support collaboration and business needs.
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Infrast Planning & Eng Serv Div , Transportation Infrastructure Mgmt
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
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