Transportation Program Specialist

Transportation Program Specialist (Planner 3A) Grade A24

Come join our team! Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. The Prince George's County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking highly qualified applicants to fill a Transportation Program Specialist (Planner 3A) grade A24 position in the Office of Transportation.

About the Position: This is a senior level professional planning and coordination position responsible for planning activities and programs, comprising the development of comprehensive transportation plans, capital planning, fostering community engagement and supporting creative marketing strategies to promote our services and capital programs. The selected individual may work with a considerable degree of latitude for independent judgment, action and initiative when expediting complex work assignments and projects in accordance with established policies and procedures; may provide technical guidance and training to subordinate positions. This is an essential position.

About The Agency: The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T's workforce keeps the County's various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.

Examples of Work

• Responsible for the identification and prioritization of the County's capital transit needs (bus stops, bus shelters, facilities, fleet, equipment) using established criteria.
• Serves as liaison with WMATA Metrobus services and surrounding municipalities around bus stop and shelter-related initiatives, including site visits and field evaluations.
• Supports plan reviews for proposed construction, development, and roadway projects to ensure transit customers continue to be served safely and effectively.
• Develops bus stop and shelter program policies and procedures.
• Collects and analyzes data related to transit infrastructure, ridership and service performance.
• Utilizes planning tools, ArcGIS to support analysis and documentation.
• Identifies trends and gaps impacting transit safety, accessibility and service efficiency.
• Supports zero-emissions and alternative fuel initiative through research and coordination with transit operations division.
• Participates in community outreach, public meetings, and interagency coordination meetings.
• Serves as the primary liaison and maintain effective working relationships with partner agencies, WMATA, MDOT/MTA, RTA, MNPPC, local jurisdictions, and internal stakeholders related to individual capital project planning and development.
• Supports the preparation of documentation of grant applications, procurement packages, reports and compliance materials.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration, Economics, Business Administration, Political Science, Environmental Science, Public Health or closely related field.
• Two (2) years of responsible professional planning/program development experience in the area of transportation planning, capital planning, and transportation program coordination.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Title VI requirements and ability to integrate equity and nondiscrimination principles into planning processes and documentation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Online tools.
• Experience in community outreach and preparing written and verbal presentations for agency leadership and external stakeholders.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Tentative Interview Dates: August 18 - 19 and August 25 - 27. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. Job Location: Largo, MD Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee in the department's Snow and Ice Control Program and during other emergency/special activities as assigned. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace