Salary: $66,289.60 - $99,424.00 Annually
Location : City Hall, 211 W Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time; Exempt; Benefit Eligible
Job Number: 089-26
Division: City Engineering
Section: Transportation Engineering
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: 6/14/2026 10:00 PM Arizona
Work Week: Monday through Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM
Post-offer Requirements: Background

MVR
Budgeted Min: $66,289.60
Budgeted Max: $82,867.20

Description

Join the City of Flagstaff and help shape the future of transportation in one of Arizona's most dynamic and growing communities. In this role, you will contribute to multimodal transportation planning efforts that enhance mobility, safety, and accessibility for residents and visitors alike. Working collaboratively with local, regional, state, and federal partners, you will support transportation studies, capital improvement programming, policy development, grant initiatives, and data-driven decision-making. This position offers the opportunity to engage with the community, present recommendations to City leadership and advisory bodies, and play a meaningful role in advancing transportation solutions that serve all users of Flagstaff's transportation network.

Examples of the Work Performed
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under supervision of the Transportation Director, performs professional planning work relating to the City's transportation system.
• Performs transportation planning activities that include development and preparation of multi modal planning studies, transportation programming, writing council communications and participating in the public involvement process.
• Provides staff assistance in planning and preparing for, as well as supporting the Flagstaff Transportation Commission.
• Maintains and develops scenarios with the Travel Demand Model for City development and capital planning purposes.
• Maintains, queries and develops reports with the City's crash records GIS database.
• Provides staff assistance in planning and preparing for, as well as supporting the Flagstaff Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Flagstaff Pedestrian Advisory Committee.
• Coordinates with regional, state and federal planning organizations on regional, state and federally funded projects, and provides review and input on regional committees' agendas.
• Represents the Transportation Engineering Section on various intergovernmental committees on regional transportation planning and development matters.
• Conducts research and analyzes traffic and land use data to identify transportation system needs.
• Participates in regional transportation planning studies including regionally funded projects for the City and submits applications for federal funding.
• Participates in and is a key Engineering Division participant in City funded planning studies including Neighborhood Plans, Specific Plans and other planning activities involving the transportation network.
• Coordinates the work of consultants performing transportation planning activities and assists with developing project schedules.
• Responsible for administration of the City's Neighborhood Residential Traffic Management Program in coordination with the City Transportation Commission.
• Conducts public meetings with neighborhood groups.
• Researches, writes and makes recommendations for complex transportation plans and studies.
• Assists in preparing the Capital Improvement Program Budget for transportation projects.
• Performs mathematical calculations, financial analysis, and cost analysis for transportation planning projects and programs.
• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Two (2) years of related transportation experience
• Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above Minimum Requirements
• Valid Driver's License.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Six (6) years of transportation experience.
• Experience with general plan and zoning laws and related court decisions.
• Experience with GIS and other computer application software such as Adobe InDesign, Sketch-Up or Community-Viz.
• Experience in community relations, public involvement, or media relations.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver's license (Class D).
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
• Ability to attend meetings in the evenings as necessitated by the job.

Supplemental Information
CURRENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.

Our total compensation package includes best-in-class benefits and an annual salary of $66,289.60 - $99,424.00, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Plus:

• Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
• Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of 12%
• 457 Deferred Compensation Options
• Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
• Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
• 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
• First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
• Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Employer Assistance Program
• Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
• Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers

Please note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change based on future policy change, budgetary impact, and Council changes.

The City belongs to Northern Arizona Public Employees Benefit Trust (NAPEBT), a consortium formed to combine resources and leverage buying power in order to provide comprehensive and cost-effective benefits to employees. NAPEBT currently includes the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino Community College, Flagstaff Unified School District, Mountain Line, Kachina Village Improvement District, and the Coconino County Accommodation School. NAPEBT continually works to ensure a better benefits package than any of the employers could offer individually, which keeps benefits costs down for employees.

INSURANCE
Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability options.

RETIREMENT
Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), or the Elected Officials Retirement Plan (EORP) based on eligibility requirements.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may make pre- or post-tax contributions to a 457 Retirement Plan through Voya, Nationwide, or Mission Square account via Payroll Deduction.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare benefits, Arizona State or Public Safety Retirement, annual vacation, 13 paid holidays, paid Parental Leave, an offsite health clinic, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program and incentives, First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance Program, and so much more. The City of Flagstaff is a Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer. To view comprehensive benefits information, click ????
01

Please select the option that best represents your combination of education and work experience.

• High school diploma or GED with 6 years of related transportation experience.
• Associate's degree or 60 college credits with 4 years of related transportation experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related transportation experience.
• Master's degree or higher in a related field
• I do not meet the minimum education and experience requirements.

02

Please indicate your highest level of education.

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's degree or 60 college credits
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

03

What is your highest level of education in Urban or Transportation Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related field?

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's degree or 60 college credits
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher
• I do not have a degree in any of the fields listed or in a related field

04

How many years of professional experience in (insert kind of work experience) do you have?

• None
• Zero to less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six or more years

05

Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06

This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. This position is budgeted for the following range: ($66,289.60-$82,867.20). Are you okay with that pay range?

• Yes
• No

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