Urban planner Jobs in Saint Paul, MN

WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region :

The Manager, Planning and Urban Design in the Engineering & Facilities Department at Metro Transit is a front-line supervisor with leadership and management responsibilities for developing long-range plans, scoping capital improvements, and guiding urban design for transit facilities. Transit facilities include physical assets such as accessible boarding areas, bus shelters, park & rides, transit centers, rail stations, bicycle parking, bus garages, maintenance facilities, and office buildings.

What you would do in this job

• Manage performance of planning team : set clear expectations and accountability, develop work plans and goals, manage progress, remove barriers, coach for desired results, and clearly communicate feedback to develop and retain staff and achieve project goals.

Meet regularly with the Assistant Director to prioritize work plan, report progress and barriers to project advancement and define strategies to overcoming these barriers.

Manage planning studies, projects or surveys and organize teams specific to these project areas.

Oversee development of capital concept plans for transit stop and facility improvement projects.

Identify capital improvement projects needed to support the agency's current operations and short-term growth projections.

Oversee development of design guidelines and processes to coordinate transit facility improvements with internal departments and local government partners.

Coordinate closely with other divisions on matters involving facilities planning and urban design, including regional transportation policy, service improvements, speed & reliability initiatives, safety & security initiatives, and new light rail and bus rapid transit lines.

Represent the agency's interests by participating on project advisory committees.

Work with business and community groups to address needs and concerns.

Perform other duties directly related to this position as assigned

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Experience / Education Requirement

Any of the following combinations of experience and completed education in Urban and Regional Planning Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Urban Studies, Transportation Planning, Geography, Statistics or related industry. Experience must include three (3) years of experience in a management, supervisory, or project management that includes leading and directing other staff.

Program

Years of supervisory experience program counts for

Metro Transit Leadership Academy

1 year

Project Management Development Program - 12 month session

1 year

Project Management Development Program - 6 month session

6 months

Four Learning Institute Certificates - You must obtain all four certificates listed below to receive credit for 6 months supervisory experience.

6 months

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications) :

Additional information

Union / Grade : Transit Management Supervisory Association / Grade J

Safety Sensitive : No

FLSA : Exempt

Working Conditions :

Position may require working in outdoor weather conditions up to one-third (1 / 3) of the time.

Physical Conditions :

Position may require sitting, standing, walking, and lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds up to one-third (1 / 3) of the time. Position may also require close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.