Sr Planner, Transit at City of Fort Collins in Fort Collins, Colorado

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE: Sr Planner, Transit (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)
REQUISITION #: req7946
DEPARTMENT: Transfort
LOCATION: TRANSFORT BUS FACILITIES
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) View Classifications & Benefits
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $67,060.00 - 111,768.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $83,000.00 - 102,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 1/20/2025.

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Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, children) - eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire


• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires


• Retirement + company contributions - after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting


• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both


• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance


• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability


• Wellness program, workout facilities


• Employee/family onsite health clinic


• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility


• Collaborative work environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Job Summary

The Sr. Planner, Transit plays a critical role in advancing the City's transit planning and development efforts. This position conducts system analysis, travel demand modeling, and performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and innovation in transit services. The Planner collaborates with internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders to develop and implement equitable, data-driven solutions that address current and long-term transit challenges. Demonstrating leadership in transit planning and team management, this role mentors staff, fosters collaboration among diverse teams, and advocates for sustainable, innovative mobility solutions that align with the City's broader objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Leadership and Team Development
  • Supervise and mentor service planning staff, fostering an inclusive and high-performing team by overseeing performance evaluations, optimizing workload distribution, and supporting continuous professional growth.
  
  


• Strategic Transit Planning and Advocacy
  
  
  • Serve as a lead contributor to large-scale transit initiatives, including rapid transit expansion, multimodal integration, and innovative mobility solutions.
  
  
  • Represent the City of Fort Collins in regional, state, and federal planning forums to advocate for local transit priorities.
  
  
  • Engage with the community, City officials, and external agencies to gather feedback, foster support for transit initiatives, and promote equitable access to transit services through strategic planning and effective implementation.
  
  
  
  


• Collaboration and Partnerships
  
  
  • Partner with Operations management, City departments, external agencies, and stakeholders to drive sustainable transit initiatives and innovative mobility solutions.
  
  
  • Coordinate with internal City divisions, public and private sector groups, and external agencies to ensure cohesive planning and enhanced public services.
  
  
  
  


• Data-Driven Analysis and Reporting
  
  
  • Analyze transit systems and performance to develop data-driven recommendations that address current and long-term service challenges while optimizing transit operations.
  
  
  • Conduct travel demand modeling to forecast ridership and inform service planning.
  
  
  • Oversee the collection, analysis, and interpretation of economic, social, and physical data impacting transportation planning.
  
  
  • Produce high-quality visual and narrative reports, maps, and presentations for diverse stakeholders, ensuring data-driven decision-making.
  
  
  
  


• Development and Infrastructure Planning
  • Review development applications and provide recommendations on transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and roadway facilities to support citywide objectives.
  
  

Management Responsibilities

Yes

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.


• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.


• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.


• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Leadership and Team Management
  
  
  • Ability to lead, manage, and mentor staff effectively.
  
  
  • Skilled in team building, conflict resolution, and fostering a culture of collaboration.
  
  
  
  


• Technical Expertise in Transit Planning
  
  
  • Proficiency in statistical and spatial analysis techniques to evaluate and optimize transit planning.
  
  
  • Advanced knowledge of GIS tools, data modeling, and other transit-specific programs preferred.
  
  
  • Advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of transportation planning and transit-oriented development.
  
  
  
  


• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
  
  
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
  
  
  • Skilled in public presentations, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative decision-making.
  
  
  
  


• Customer Focus and Innovation
  • Demonstrated ability to exceed the expectations of diverse internal and external customers by leveraging innovative tools and fostering meaningful relationships.
  
  

Required Qualifications

MinimumPreferredCollege degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees Bachelor's degree in Urban, Regional, or Transportation Planning; Civil Engineering; Geography; or a related field.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in transit or transportation planning, including at least two years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Preferred: Advanced degrees or certifications such as AICP or PMP.

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Sr Planner, Transit

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.

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Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and, in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.Job Summary

The Sr. Planner, Transit plays a critical role in advancing the City's transit planning and development efforts. This position conducts system analysis, travel demand modeling, and performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and innovation in transit services. The Planner collaborates with internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders to develop and implement equitable, data-driven solutions that address current and long-term transit challenges. Demonstrating leadership in transit planning and team management, this role mentors staff, fosters collaboration among diverse teams, and advocates for sustainable, innovative mobility solutions that align with the City's broader objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Leadership and Team DevelopmentSupervise and mentor service planning staff, fostering an inclusive and high-performing team by overseeing performance evaluations, optimizing workload distribution, and supporting continuous professional growth.Strategic Transit Planning and AdvocacyServe as a lead contributor to large-scale transit initiatives, including rapid transit expansion, multimodal integration, and innovative mobility solutions.Represent the City of Fort Collins in regional, state, and federal planning forums to advocate for local transit priorities.Engage with the community, City officials, and external agencies to gather feedback, foster support for transit initiatives, and promote equitable access to transit services through strategic planning and effective implementation.Collaboration and PartnershipsPartner with Operations management, City departments, external agencies, and stakeholders to drive sustainable transit initiatives and innovative mobility solutions.Coordinate with internal City divisions, public and private sector groups, and external agencies to ensure cohesive planning and enhanced public services.Data-Driven Analysis and ReportingAnalyze transit systems and performance to develop data-driven recommendations that address current and long-term service challenges while optimizing transit operations.Conduct travel demand modeling to forecast ridership and inform service planning.Oversee the collection, analysis, and interpretation of economic, social, and physical data impacting transportation planning.Produce high-quality visual and narrative reports, maps, and presentations for diverse stakeholders, ensuring data-driven decision-making.Development and Infrastructure PlanningReview development applications and provide recommendations on transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and roadway facilities to support citywide objectives.
Management Responsibilities

Yes

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