Senior Planning Manager (Transportation)
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Senior Planning Manager (Transportation)
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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Type
CS Non-Competitive, Full Time
Job Number
24-SPLT-01
Department
Mobility and Infrastructure
Opening Date
10/24/2024
Closing Date
11/14/2024 12:00 AM Eastern
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
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POSITION SUMMARY
The City of Pittsburghs Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI) is seeking a highly motivated, flexible, and passionate individual for the role of Senior Planning Manager (Transportation) (SPMT). Th e position leads the Transportation Planning Team within the Bureau of Planning, Policy, and Permits.
The SPMT oversees the development of safety and mobility plans initiated by the department and acts as a liaison for DOMI review of transportation and mobility p lans by other s ( e.g. PennDOT, Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission., Allegheny County, Pittsburgh Regional Transit, and other entities as assigned ) . The SPMT also supervises a team of transportation planners and coordinates across DOMI bureaus and other departments and disciplines .
Department: Mobility & Infrastructure
Posting Type: Announcement
Salary: $95,697 per year.
Union: None, this is a non-union position.
Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive
REQUIREMENTS
General Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
+ Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.
+ Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.
+ Click here ( to view a map of City of Pittsburgh neighborhoods.
+ A current, valid Class C Pennsylvania Driver's License is required prior to appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Written requests for accommodation based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources & Civil Service on an individual basis.
NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes but is not limited to criminal background, driver's license and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration for employment based on the results of their background investigation (as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered).
NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment will be required to submit official transcripts to verify of their post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to being hired by the City of Pittsburgh. Transcripts must be submitted at the time of any/each job interview you have with the City of Pittsburgh.
Qualifying Requirements:
Your City of Pittsburgh application will be reviewed, and your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will be sent an eligibility letter regarding your eligible/ineligible status.
+ WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show six (6) years full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or related field . (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)
+ EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a Master s degree from a fully accredited institution in Civil/Transportation Engineering, Urban Planning or related field. AICP Certification is preferred. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).
+ EQUIVALENCY: Education/training and/or work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position (based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above). The Total Qualifying Requirement is twelve (12) years. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).
CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS
If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.
+ Written: None required for this position.
+ Performance: None required for this position.
+ Medical: None required for this position.
POSITION DUTIES
+ Leads trans portation plan ning efforts initiated by the Department .
+ Identifies transportation projects to advance city goals for mobility, roadway safety, equity and accessibility.
+ Assists in project selection for programs managed by the department including vision zero, neighborhood traffic calming, critical sidewalk gaps and other program s as requested .
+ Develops and oversees implementation of scopes of work, project budgets, and schedules.
+ E valuate s project proposals, and serves as project manager for consultant work awarded by the Transportation Planning Team.
+ Supervises assigned personnel; evaluates work; recommends and implements approved disciplinary and/or corrective action; provides training and/or technical assistance as requested or required .
+ Coordinates with other disciplines related to transportation project development.
+ Facilitates conversations with elected officials and community groups to promote public awareness.
+ Coordinates across city departments and partner agencies on project reviews and response coordination.
+ Prepares and delivers communication materials to a variety of audiences in various forms.
+ Reports on program and project goals through collected data and metrics.
+ Conducts meetings including field visits with consultants, contractors, and assigned personnel to ensure full compliance with contractual provisions and invoicing procedures.
+ Reviews and verifies applications for payment by contractors against project reports.
+ Performs such other related tasks and duties that are assigned or required .
Click here ( to view the full job description including knowledge, skills, and abilities and working conditions for this position. Locate and click on the position title to view the complete job description .
Full-time City employees receive a comprehensive benefit package including:
+ Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
+ Pension
+ Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Paid Holidays
+ Paid Vacation
+ Personal Days
(Benefits may be modified based on collective bargaining unit terms.)
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The City of Pittsburgh welcomes all applicants, including those who would need to relocate to satisfy the Residency Requirement prior to starting this position. Please elaborate on your plans to relocate to Pittsburgh if you do not already live within the City of Pittsburgh municipality. If you already reside within the City of Pittsburgh, please write N/A.
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Do you have a current, valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License (Class C - regular) or a current valid driver's license from another state or the U.S. Armed Forces? If you do not possess a current, valid PA Class C Driver's License: Are you able to obtain one prior to appointment if you are selected to fill this position?
+ N/A- I already possess the required driver's license.
+ YES, I AM able to obtain a PA Class C Driver's License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.
+ NO, I am NOT able to obtain a PA Class C Driver's License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.
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Please select the one answer most closely describing your minimum professional work experience/education:
+ I possess a high school diploma or equivalent and twelve (12) years full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or related field.
+ I possess an unrelated associate degree and twelve (12) years full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or related field.
+ I possess a related associate degree and ten (10) years full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or related field.
+ I possess an unrelated bachelor's degree and ten (10) years full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or related field.
+ I possess a related bachelor's degree and eight (8) years full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or related field.
+ I possess a related master's degree and and six (6) years full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or related field.
+ I do not possess any of the minimum amounts of education/and or work experience listed above.
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Please briefly describe your full-time experience in transportation planning, urban design, engineering, project implementation or a related field. If you do not possess this experience please type N/A.
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Do you possess an AICP Certification? Preferred, not required.
+ Yes
+ No
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Please confirm below that you understand that your OFFICIAL transcripts must be submitted by mail or in person to the Department of Human Resources and Civil Service if you are selected to fill this position.
+ Yes
+ No
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Did you remember to attach your complete resume with this application? If you did not, your application may be disqualified.
+ Yes
+ No
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Phone
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