Senior Planner (Safety)

Denver Regional Council of Governments - DRCOG

Recruitment began on August 28, 2024

Expires September 27, 2024

Nationwide Experienced Alumni Jobs, Full-Time Job

The hiring salary range for this position is $6,391.32 $7,984.46 / month or $3,195.66 $3,992.23 / semi-monthly depending on qualifications.

The Transportation Planning and Operations division is growing and we’re looking for motivated and creative people to join our team.

DRCOG is the largest metropolitan planning organization in the mountain west and is leading exciting and innovative regional transportation initiatives.

Come join our dynamic team of transportation professionals focused on projects like regional Vision Zero, active transportation, bus rapid transit corridors, complete streets, air quality and climate, mobility analytics, emerging mobility, and regional transportation operations and technology.

We are currently recruiting a Senior Safety Planner to lead regional Vision Zero initiatives, including maintaining the Taking Action on Regional Vision Zero plan, one of the nation’s first regional Vision Zero commitments.

This position will also support regional safety initiatives around crash data, lead the Regional Vision Zero Working Group, and develop a safety program to achieve zero traffic fatalities and serious injuries in the Denver region.

ABOUT THE POSITION OF SENIOR PLANNER (SAFETY)

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This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Division.

• Advances the agency’s regional safety and Vision Zero planning and implementation efforts through analysis of traffic crash data.
• Provides leadership on varied planning activities supporting regional plans and projects.
• Serves as planning subject matter expert in areas of assignment; performs and directs complex research tasks.
• Applies for and implements grant-funded planning and project implementation activities.
• Leads collaboration with partner agencies, the public, stakeholders, and others in areas of assignment.
• Provides technical assistance to local governments and other regional stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Education and experience requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning, geography, public administration or directly related field and four to six years of related professional planning experience.

A Master’s degree is preferred. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Licensing / Certifications :

Valid Colorado Driver’s License and access to an automobile, or to substantively equivalent alternative transportation.

STATUS : Full-time, Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

The hiring salary range for this position is $6,391.32 $7,984.46 / month or $3,195.66 $3,992.23 / semi-monthly depending on qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE :

To view the full job description, a complete listing of benefits, and to apply for this position, please visit our website at DRCOG Job Openings.

This position is open until 5 : 00 p.m. Mountain Time on Friday, September 27, 2023.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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