This is a provisional appointment.

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

Under general direction, performs work of considerable difficulty, assisting in the supervision of the Transportation Program Planning Unit.                           

• Recommends, develops, and implements transportation plans, guidelines, and programs.
• Directs and approves the conduct and methodology of studies and surveys.
• Analyzes data concerning transportation programs.
• Responds to inquiries.          
• Maintains liaison with government authorities and other agencies.
• Supervises, plans, and assigns work to subordinates; determines and provides training needs for subordinate unit personnel.
• Confers with management staff and others to provide information for program implementation.
• Reviews and makes recommendations on proposed legislation.
• Attends conferences, seminars, and meetings.
• Maintains records and prepares reports.
• Performs related work as required.

• Five (5)  years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional or technical experience in urban planning, regional planning, land use planning, or transportation planning, of which at least three (3) years must have been in a professional capacity, and of which at least one (1) year must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• A bachelor's degree in urban, regional planning or transportation, civil or environmental engineering may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience.
• Possession of a P.E. or A.I.C.P. certificate is desirable.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to maintain harmonious relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, and members of the public.
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade:  SENA/MM1-8

Hours per week:  35