Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? Are you looking for a flexible work schedule that offers work from home options? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Transportation Department is seeking an entry- or mid-level Transportation Planner to support the implementation of transportation projects, programs, and policies that help reduce congestion and improve the operation of the transportation system. At NCTCOG, you will be part of an innovative and award-winning Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) that serves the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. This team facilitates, coordinates, and manages the review, recommendation, and implementation of congestion reducing projects within the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Tasks will generally include technical and/or public administrative support for projects and programs. Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills are essential to this position. This posting is for the mid-level Transportation Planner II position.
This posting is for the mid-level Transportation Planner II position. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at. To be considered for the entry-level Transportation Planner I position or any other NCTCOG position that may currently be open, applicants need to apply online separately for those postings. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing relevant experience as well as a current resume.
Due to the pandemic, the North Central Texas Council of Governments is currently permitting employees to work a hybrid schedule that consists of the equivalent of a minimum of two days per week in the NCTCOG offices in Arlington, Texas, and three days remotely from home within the Dallas-Fort Worth Region.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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FLSA: Exempt
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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.
E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.