Associate Transportation Planner

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

In addition to the submission of your online application, under separate email, please submit up to two work samples to jobs@lcog.org. Examples include cartographic representation of spatial data analysis in a static pdf map and/or a digital link to a web-based map, story map, or other application. Reference "Associate Transportation Planner work samples" in the jobs@lcog.org email subject line.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1945, Lane Council of Governments (LCOG) is one of the oldest councils of governments. Overseen by a Board of Directors, we strive to enhance public services in Lane County and beyond. This collaborative journey includes partnerships with local governments and special districts in the fields of GIS Planning, Personnel Management, Transportation, and Senior and Disability Services. Located in the heart of Eugene, we are home to a thriving university, diverse nightlife, and access to ample recreational opportunities, from the sea to the mountains.

LCOG is committed to a work environment that values the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally competent services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, LCOG continues to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

POSITION SUMMARY

• DIVISION: Government Services
• SUPERVISOR: Program Manager
• UNION REPRESENTATION: EA
• POSITION PURPOSE: The primary functions of LCOG's Transportation Program are supporting the work of the Central Lane Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), conducting transportation-focused planning project work (typically supporting state and federal grants, and local government projects) as assigned, and supporting the work of LCOG's Link Lane public transit service. The Program provides staff expertise in facilitation, long-range planning, infrastructure development, funding, and finance, and economic and other strategic planning. This position provides planning, data, and systems analysis services in these areas; secures and utilizes resources; produces maps, graphics and reports; and may represent the organization at various community, state, federal, and other agency meetings.
• This position formally reports to the Transportation Program Manager while working directly under the project and contract management supervision of other staff alongside a team of planners. They will often work with Land Use and Natural Resources Planners, Land Use Attorneys and GIS Analysts.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, land use, natural resources, environmental science, or transportation planning.
• Three years related experience.
• Or any combination of education and experience that would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and other software.

Preferred

• Familiarity with Oregon land use planning and operations environment.
• Familiarity with Metropolitan Planning Organization operations and with the Oregon transportation planning and operations environments.
• GIS skills, including experience and familiarity with various GIS data and software.

Professional Competencies

• ATTENTION TO DETAILS: Ability to accurately complete detailed work in a fast-paced environment.
• DECISION MAKING: Ability to make decisions and elicit pertinent information relevant to your position.
• COMMUNICATION: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• PROBLEM SOLVING: Ability to think creatively and respond to a changing environment.
• EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION SKILLS: Organizes and maintains work environment.
• TIME MANAGEMENT: Uses time effectively.
• COLLABORATION: Must work well in collaborative teams within LCOG and with external partners
• ADAPTABILITY: Must be adaptive and work well within a range of team and leadership frameworks.
• RESPECTFUL WORKPLACE: Commitment to working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and respectful environment.