Urban Planner I

Posting Expires: 10/07/24

Salary: $54,418.23

General Description and Classification Standards

The Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT) was created to improve how Atlanta manages transportation and its right of way. One of the main goals of the department and the city’s Strategic Transportation Plan is to cultivate an Atlanta that is less dependent on personal vehicle trips and improve safety on the city’s streets, including improving the experience of pedestrians, transit riders, cyclists, and scooter riders.

The Urban Planner I will manage small projects related to multimodal transportation planning and road safety and assist the planning team in development, data collection, and planning of various projects. This will include planning linear transportation projects from conception to implementation, including comprehensive community and public engagement.

This is an entry level position is ideal for a new planning professional who can demonstrate team values and support senior planners and program managers and work eagerly and closely with communities, residents and other stakeholders.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Network Planning and will receive ongoing guidance and support in navigating projects and workflows.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. The position may perform other duties as assigned.

• Identifies opportunities for road & public safety improvements;
• Assists in the development of transportation plans, studies and reports for all modes of transportation.
• Collects, analyzes and interprets transportation data, including traffic patterns, travel demand, land use and environmental impacts.
• Utilizes GIS and other tools to support planning efforts.
• Designs digital presentations for internal and public-facing use and utilizing a variety of credible data sources;
• Conducts site visits to support projects.
• Participates in community outreach and engagement activities. Prepares and presents information at public meetings, workshops and various forums.
• Provides technical input, documents research, takes meeting notes, and attends project meetings as part of providing professional insight and support.
• Provides support and collaborates with a diverse team related to miscellaneous planning needs.
• Assists in review and development of transportation policies, regulations, guidelines and best practices in urban planning.
• Supports efforts to identify funding opportunities and prepare grant applications.

Decision Making

Analyzes data scenarios and other challenges and applies sound judgment under managerial directions. Evaluates multiple procedures and methods and determines most appropriate based on context and project goals in order to accomplish tasks.

Leadership Provided

This position will not manage any staff directly and receives direction from supervisors.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Beginning knowledge of land use and transportation planning;
• General knowledge and understanding of road safety & transportation planning best practices, such as Vision Zero road safety program;
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively to arrive at constructive solutions.
• Proficiency in technical document creation and creative design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite and other GIS-based softwares.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or similar field with 0-1 years of experience in planning, policy, public engagement or similar field. Internships can qualify as experience.

Licensures and Certifications

None required.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Must have flexibility between working remotely and in an office setting during normal city hall business hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Closing Date/Time: 2024-10-08

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• City of Atlanta

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