Department: Planning, Design & Development DepartmentSalary: $98,731.00 - $141,926.09 Commensurate with Experience
SUMMARY
This is a new professional position responsible for supervising CRTPO’s long range planning initiatives. It was a recommendation of the CRTPO’s Staffing and Resources Study which called for the creation of a two-program manager model (long range and short range). The position involves the leadership, planning, and organization necessary to oversee multifaceted duties, initiatives, and projects within a new program area created in response to the increasing scope and complexity of the organization’s responsibilities. This position will lead, guide, and support a team of 3–4 professionals, and actively collaborate with elected officials, state agencies, and community stakeholders.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of 3–4 professional planners, managing workloads, setting goals, and supporting career growth.
- Oversee the coordination, development, adoption, and implementation of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). This position will serve as project manager for the upcoming MTP update.
- Provide support for Comprehensive Transportation Plan initiatives, including for the CTP 2.0 process.
- Manage employees associated with the following CRTPO responsibilities:
- Safety-related initiatives, including preparation and development support of Comprehensive Safety Action Plans.
- RAISE grant implementation.
- Support transit planning, including coordination with regional transit agencies and the development of a five-year transit plan.
- Implementation of the Strategic Plan.
- Actively engage with elected officials through the CRTPO Board related to the responsibilities mentioned above, as well as to ensure that the organization’s overall mission and vision are understood by elected leaders. A similar level of engagement with the Technical Coordinating Committee will also be required.
- Engage in a high level of interaction with the NC Department of Transportation, including Division Engineers, Directors, and Board of Transportation members.
- Provide leadership in the implementation of the Staffing and Resources Study.
- Participate in CRTPO public engagement activities, including conducting presentations to neighborhood, civic, business, and community groups, as well as local governing bodies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Transportation Expertise: Thorough understanding of transportation planning principles and their application.
- Metropolitan Planning Organization Knowledge: Thorough understanding of the federal metropolitan transportation planning regulations.
- NC-Specific Insight: Thorough understanding of the Transportation Improvement Program process, with emphasis on North Carolina’s Strategic Transportation Investments legislation, Strategic Mobility Formula, and Prioritization process. Preferred candidates will also have experience with identifying and pursuing funding from NCDOT, state agencies, and federal agencies.
- Federal Insight: Knowledge of the rules associated with the use of federal funds and grants.
- Communication & Collaboration: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships through proactive and diplomatic engagement with stakeholders, outside agencies, and the public. Outstanding written and verbal presentation skills are required, with an ability to translate complex technical planning data into clear, actionable reports for public officials and community members.
- Consensus Building: Demonstrated experience with building consensus and facilitating collaboration within and outside an organization to achieve positive results. Preferred candidates will have a proven capability to bring diverse jurisdictions together around shared regional transportation solutions.
- Management & Leadership: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects. Experience leading, coaching, and managing employees.
- Quality Control: Strong attention to detail with proven QA/QC skills to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality in all work products.
Preferred Qualifications
- Seven years of progressive, advanced-level experience.
- At least one year of supervisory experience is desired.
- Progressively responsible leadership and organizational experience in program administration, with a demonstrated ability to effectively direct and guide teams.
- PE, AICP, or other certifications (GISP, AIA, etc.).
- Master’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, or transportation planning, urban planning or related field.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, or transportation planning and seven years of relevant work experience.
