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Location : Spokane County - Spokane, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23DOT-ER-61028
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Eastern Region
Opening Date: 12/13/2023
Closing Date: 1/10/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT Eastern Region has an exciting opportunity in its Multimodal Planning Office for an enterprising forward-thinking senior-level Transportation Planner who has a passion for innovative and inclusive multimodal transportation solutions. As the Senior Transportation Planner (TPS 4) in Spokane, WA, this position will be leading a multidiscipline team to deliver inclusive practical solutions to advance the agency's goals, values, and mission. This position will lead, supervise, and take an active role in conducting a variety of multimodal planning efforts such as those required by federal law, state planning processes (including WSDOT's Complete Streets program), transportation modeling, data collection, system analysis, and major project planning. The Senior Transportation Planner actively engages in development of practical solutions by leading multi-disciplinary, multi-jurisdictional and multi-modal studies with the emphasis of advancing meaningful community engagement, inclusion, and practical solutions. This position will also be responsible for representing WSDOT in a variety of forums by interacting, coordinating, and maintaining positive and constructive relationships with other WSDOT departments as well as external agency partners including regional planning organizations, local jurisdictions, and other state agencies.
The Eastern Region Planning Office is recognized statewide and nationally as innovative and pioneering in engaging the region's communities and delivering inclusive multimodal practical solutions. To thrive in this role, qualified individuals will need to be self-starters, adapt quickly to change, embrace continuous process improvement, and have a strong commitment to advancing the policy goals of WSDOT. Our top candidate will have demonstrated a strong history of leading and mentoring others, managing planning efforts, and effective communication as well as fostering an innovative and inclusive culture.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Senior Transportation Planner will:
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
Important Notes
Why WSDOT
Check out this video to learn more:
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan at Please be sure to reference 23DOT-ER-61028 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours p...
Location : Spokane County - Spokane, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23DOT-ER-61028
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Eastern Region
Opening Date: 12/13/2023
Closing Date: 1/10/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT Eastern Region has an exciting opportunity in its Multimodal Planning Office for an enterprising forward-thinking senior-level Transportation Planner who has a passion for innovative and inclusive multimodal transportation solutions. As the Senior Transportation Planner (TPS 4) in Spokane, WA, this position will be leading a multidiscipline team to deliver inclusive practical solutions to advance the agency's goals, values, and mission. This position will lead, supervise, and take an active role in conducting a variety of multimodal planning efforts such as those required by federal law, state planning processes (including WSDOT's Complete Streets program), transportation modeling, data collection, system analysis, and major project planning. The Senior Transportation Planner actively engages in development of practical solutions by leading multi-disciplinary, multi-jurisdictional and multi-modal studies with the emphasis of advancing meaningful community engagement, inclusion, and practical solutions. This position will also be responsible for representing WSDOT in a variety of forums by interacting, coordinating, and maintaining positive and constructive relationships with other WSDOT departments as well as external agency partners including regional planning organizations, local jurisdictions, and other state agencies.
The Eastern Region Planning Office is recognized statewide and nationally as innovative and pioneering in engaging the region's communities and delivering inclusive multimodal practical solutions. To thrive in this role, qualified individuals will need to be self-starters, adapt quickly to change, embrace continuous process improvement, and have a strong commitment to advancing the policy goals of WSDOT. Our top candidate will have demonstrated a strong history of leading and mentoring others, managing planning efforts, and effective communication as well as fostering an innovative and inclusive culture.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Senior Transportation Planner will:
- Lead and guide major planning efforts in the WSDOT Eastern Region, including corridor/subarea studies and planning associated with Complete Streets implementation projects.
- Lead and coordinate the development and assessment of multimodal practical solutions.
- Lead WSDOT Eastern Region in the coordination and implementation of multimodal transportation analysis for planning efforts and region multimodal transportation projects including the use and supervision of various software analysis tools such asVISSUM, Sidra, Synchro, Highway Capacity Manual, safety analysis tools, and ArcGIS.
- Supervise Transportation Planning and analysis staff and resources to ensure goals and objectives of multimodal programs and projects are met and delivered on time.
- Serve as the region's primary steward of various multimodal data sets along with WSDOT's use of the MPO regional Travel Demand Model (TDM).
- Collaborate with community partners and the general public by developing community engagement plans and assisting in community outreach efforts to develop inclusive and equitable multimodal plans, policies, and projects.
- Assist partners in developing agreements for joint and shared studies.
- Manage planning study Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) and executive committee meetings.
- Assist the MPO in the development and update of regional TDM, as needed.
- Manage the collection and maintenance of various multimodal data sets using various types of data collection equipment.
- Develop Request for Qualifications (RFQ's) and scopes of work to obtain consultant services.
- Develop and administer consultant contracts and oversee project management, as necessary.
- Evaluate the work of the planning staff including annual performance management plans, reviewing and approving timesheets, reviewing and approving leave requests, and other supervisory responsibilities.
- Train and mentor planning and other staff as necessary, with a focus on fostering an innovative and inclusive culture.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- A Bachelor's degree involving major study in Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Public Administration, or Political Science or related field.
- At least three (3) years of professional transportation or land use planning experience.
- Experience effectively communicating with others both written and orally.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Five (5) years of experience as a Transportation or Land Use Planner.
- Three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
- Master's degree in Planning, Engineering, or Landscape Architecture.
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
- Experience leading transportation studies.
- Experience with reviewing transportation analyses.
- Experience leading inclusive community engagement efforts.
- Experience managing consultants.
- Experience with regional transportation modeling and traffic analysis.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- Application review will begin on January 3, 2024. Candidate selection may take place at any time thereafter. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
- This position offers flexible schedules and hybrid remote work options.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance - We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees can earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to for more information.
Check out this video to learn more:
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan at Please be sure to reference 23DOT-ER-61028 in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours p...
