Transportation Planner-SIAP

Minimum Qualifications :

Associates Degree in Planning Business or a related field.

One year of related experience.

Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered. Such as 3 years of related experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Establish productive collaborative working relationships with co-workers management and customers.

Proactively engage in training and discussions to expand awareness of how the position supports the departments mission.

Understand and adhere to policies procedures rules and laws that govern daily work activities.

Required Application Materials :

A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant. If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed above.

Other Information :

Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201 State Vehicle Use and MDT Policy #6.03.001 State Vehicle Use Policy are conditions of employment.

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Transportation Planner . These positions are responsible for performing professional-level tasks in support of MDTs Asset Strategy functions. Research compliance with federal and state laws for plans programs and projects; research analysis and interpretation of federal and state laws guidelines and agency policies and procedures; analyze transportation-related data; program and project development grant management tracking monitoring and documenting; performing analysis using a variety of data sources; conducting planning studies; and inter-agency and external coordination. These positions report to the System Impact Section Supervisor and do not supervise others.

This position is part of a career ladder.

For a full job description please contact Thomas Skoog at

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include :

Culture of public service and a commitment to work / life balance

Health Dental and Vision Insurance

Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

Paid vacation sick leave and holidays

Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Benefits apply on first day of employment

Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website :

Key Skills

GIS,JAWS,Military Experience,Business Management,Emergency Management,Joint Operations,Production Planning,Relationship Management,Strategic Planning,ERP Systems,Exercise Planning,MRP

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1