Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Site Plan Manager

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Transportation Resources for Arlington County (TRAC), a bureau of the Division of Transportation (DOT) in the Department of Environmental Services (DES), is seeking a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Site Plan Manager. This position is responsibilities include site plan compliance for TDM conditions, program evaluation, and monitoring. The TDM Site Plan Manager reports to the TRAC Bureau Chief and partners closely with the Development Services Bureau, other Transportation bureaus, and senior department leadership to advance program objectives.

TRAC is responsible for promoting the use of sustainable transportation options to improve air quality mobility for residents, employees and visitors.

• Oversee all the components of the TDM Program to comply with conditions outlined in County Board adopted Site Plans, including:

  • Review of private developer’s proposed Site Plans for compliance with TDM conditions;

  • Oversee the TDM Site Plan team which conducts site plan reviews;

  • Finalize Performance Monitoring studies for Site Plans created by a contractor; and

  • Coordinate the Site Plan invoicing and assist the Finance unit.

• Oversee the Mobility Lab, including Performance Monitoring studies for Site Plans, the Impact Report evaluating the emission reductions from TRAC programs, and other TDM related research;

• Prepare Federal and State grant proposals, including assist with grant reporting for DRPT, COG and VDOT;

• Lead efforts to revise the Strategic Plan (required every 5 years), including assist with data collection and populating a data dashboard on TRAC program stats;

• Prepare Board reports and give presentations to the County Board, Transportation Commission, Bicycle Advisory Committee, Pedestrian Advisory Committee and various advisory committees, residents, and business organizations; and

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned in support of program, bureau, and County priorities.

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, or a related field; plus

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Land Use Program Administration, Community Development or other related program areas.

Substitution: Additional education may be substituted for experience.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with a master’s degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, or related field, and experience in one or more of the following: 

• TDM services that included research and analysis;

• Conducting site plan reviews, and specifically reviewing site plans for TDM conditions such as bike parking;

• Oversight of compliance with site plan conditions; and

• Managing employees and contractors including organizing and managing the activities of an inter-disciplinary team

 

The ideal candidate will possess effective communications skills including verbal and written presentations in a public setting.

Special Requirements:

• Resume Requirement: A complete application includes a resume. Please attach your resume to the application reflecting your knowledge, skills, and ability.

• Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted, which may include criminal record, driving record, education verification, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

 

Additional Information:

Work hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Telework or flexible work schedule opportunities available.   

The official title of this position is: Principal Planner

 

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan. For more information on Arlington County’s generous benefits and retirement plan, click here.

 

Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment. 

 

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions. 

 

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