Transportation Planner I, II, or III

Are you a strong communicator with an eye for detail? Are you able to prioritize multiple tasks and have a knack for organizing information? If this sounds like you and you are interested in advancing your career, keep reading!

The Atlanta District Planning Office is looking for a Planner I, II, or III based in Atlanta, TX. In this position, you will lead efforts to plan, coordinate, schedule and conduct public involvement activities and outreach; organize activities and materials for presentation at public meetings and hearings; as well as prepare and update tabloid summaries and web-based information for the District's larger projects.

The District Planning Office is composed of subject matter experts in areas critical to project delivery including consultant contract administration and management. If you want to be part of a team that delivers mobility projects for the Atlanta District that are important at both Local and State levels, apply today!

Title/Salary Grade/Salary Range
Planner I/ B18/ $45,521.00 - $71,055.00 annually
Planner II/ B20/ $51,158.00 - $81,351.00 annually
Planner III/ B22/ $57,614 - $93,138.00 annually

TxDOT reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs. 

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
 

Planner I

Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Planner II

Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Planner III

Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects.
Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private
entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely
referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

Planner I

• Leads efforts in planning, coordinating, scheduling, and implementing public involvement activities and outreach
• Serves as a project leader organizing public meeting/hearing activities and preparing presentation materials for public hearings and public meetings. Works with consultants and other entities to assist in these tasks
• Assists in reviewing and preparing correspondence, reports, studies, giving briefings and making presentations regarding program activities
• Prepare presentations in PowerPoint and Publisher
• Design and updates project informational websites
• Prepares departmental public notice announcements for publishing in newspapers and social media

• Provides general information and support to governmental officials, sponsors, users and the public

   

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Additional duties for Planner II include:

• Develop and maintain accessible and engaging content for public communications, including presentations, reports, newsletters, and digital media
• Performs analysis of data and preparation of reports based on feedback and input from public engagement activities and presents actionable insights to District leadership 

Additional duties for Planner III include:

• Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects

• Represents the Department at local, state, and federal levels

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: 

Bachelor's degree in transportation planning, engineering, business admin or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 

Planner I: 1 year planning or research analysis experience. 
Planner II: 2 years planning or research analysis experience. 
Planner III: 3 years planning, research, or legislative analysis-related activities 

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications: 

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Knowledge of:

• Applicable analysis methodologies

• Forecasting methodologies

   

• Budgeting methods and procedures

   

   

Skill in:

• Planning, directing, coordinating, and scheduling
• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Composing correspondence and technical documents

Additional duties for Planner II and III include:

Knowledge of:

Developing and implementing programs

Skill in:

Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary Work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

   

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

• Talking, expressing, or exchanging ideas by spoken words

• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• External final applicants for any department position who could potentially be required to drive for the department must pass a drug test prior to employment and will be subject to reasonable cause testing during employment.

• Driver's record check will be conducted by the Department. Satisfactory driving records are required for driving state or personal vehicles and motor driven equipment to conduct agency business.

   

• Education and degree information listed on applications will be verified for all final applicants. Official transcripts or other minimum requirement validations will be requested at the time of the conditional job offer. The Texas Penal Code (Section 32.52) prohibits the use of fraudulent or substandard degrees.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. 

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information