TDM and CTR Associate Planner (LTE) at City of Bellevue

Come Join the City of Bellevue! Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.Job SummaryBellevue is the fifth largest city in Washington and a major growing employment center with over 150000 workers currently and 185000 anticipated by 2035. Retaining mobility for commute trips and other travel in the face of growth requires a comprehensive approach that includes increasing the efficiency of the existing roadway system. TDM is the practice of reducing strain on the transportation system by encouraging the use of alternatives to driving alone. TDM activities encourage and help people to ride the bus carpool vanpool bike walk or telework. The City of Bellevues Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program facilitates and encourages the use of these sustainable modes along with telework to reduce vehicle trips.The city takes pride in being a dynamic international and multicultural future-focused high-performing city. We invest in our employees and encourage and reward employee growth and development. Our culture values and encourages quality communication shared leadership and responsibility innovation and integrity.The Transportation Department is enhancing our TDM staff team with the renewal of a TDM and Commute Trip Reduction Program Associate Planner position as a Limited Term Employee for up to three years to support the administration and implementation of the citys core TDM programs. The position primarily involves working with CTR law-affected businesses and non-CTR law-affected businesses as well as individual traveler audiences through outreach assistance encouragement and incentives to increase the use of non-drive-alone transportation modes to from and within Bellevue. The Citys TDM Program (Choose Your Way Bellevue) and its workplan the Transportation Demand Management Implementation Program (TDMIP) implement the citys 2024-2033 Transportation Demand Management Plan (available at ). Progress made toward plan goals is documented in the citys most recent 2022 TDM Progress Report located at . The position will support and lead (on specific tasks as assigned) the implementation of the TDMIP and CTR Program.KEY COMPETENCIESManages Complexity: Makes sense of complex high volume and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.Plans & Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.Is Action-Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm.Interpersonal Savvy: Relates comfortably with people across all levels functions cultures and geography. Acts with diplomacy and tact especially in difficult situations.Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity.Cultivates Innovation: Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.Practices Stewardship: Has a sense of public trust ethics and urges decision makers to make informed financial and environmental stewardship decisions while developing projects.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTDMIP SupportParticipate in the implementation of the citys TDM programs for business and general audiences conducting engagement and assistance activities to engender a shift among Bellevue travelers from driving alone to other modes.Work with transit and other agency partners in the design of general TDM program activities to engage and incentivize individuals and business in Bellevue to encourage incentivize assist with and facilitate the use of non-drive-alone modes.Conduct or participate in ongoing strategic TDM program design to remain aligned with city policies and current audience workplace transportation and land use conditions and characteristics as they evolve over time.Establish and maintain scopes and work plans for projects and ongoing programmatic tasks to keep on track with meeting program objectives.Participate in regular meetings of a team of city staff the citys external business and community outreach consultant and transit agency partners to guide Bellevues TDM program.Assist external business and community outreach consultant with tabling for community and business events on an as needed basis.Data AnalysisTrack performance data for assigned TDM work plan tasks and measure the impacts of the implementation of these tasks for grant and/or city TDM program reporting purposes.Under oversight of Senior Planner and in collaboration with Data Intern assist with data analysis for program evaluation purposes. Conduct data analysis for and produce CYWB Progress Report (every 2 years).CTR Program SupportIn coordination with the CTR Program Administrator provide technical assistance and outreach to over 80 employer worksites affected by the state CTR law and approximately 30 building Transportation Management Programs affected by city code requirements.Assist with growing the CTR program through identification of affected employers in the community not currently in the program; onboarding those employers; assisting them with their CTR programs; and ensuring they remain in compliance.Additional Transportation Planning TasksConduct or participate in other city and regional TDM planning programming and project delivery activities including regional TDM forums and committees convened by regional and state CTR and TDM organizations (e.g. Washington State Department of Transportation Puget Sound Regional Council and transit agencies).Under oversight of the TDM Program Manager and in coordination with external business and community outreach consultant conduct research for and write CYWB blogs.Conduct other duties as needed and appropriate to maximize the reach and impact of the TDM and CTR programs.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDWorks under the general supervision of the TDM Program Manager.The position may be working on aspects of more complex assignments but under the direction of a more senior individual. The position may participate as a team member on larger projects with more most of the work on an ongoing basis continues to be medium size projects requiring the exercise of fundamental planning responsibilities.While the position does not provide formal leadership/supervision it includes working collaboratively with others on substantive technical and process issues to achieve city goals. Additionally the position influences others in the successful accomplishment of goals and objectives by answering questions and providing know-how on technical planning and process issues demonstrating initiative and creativity on their projects.QualificationsKNOWLEDGE SKILLS and ABILITIESExcellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills; ability to speak in front of a variety of audiences and present technical information in a non-technical manner.Ability to write clear and concise reports and plans.Excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other state regional and city operational units.Proficiency with the Microsoft word processing spreadsheet database and presentation programs utilized by the city.Ability to plan prioritize and organize workload to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet required deadlines with minimal supervision.Ability to prepare and consistently maintain accurate records.Knowledge of governmental decision-making processes and of planning issues concepts policies.Strong customer relation skills.Demonstrated project management skills.Ability to present persuasive information to groups including boards commissions civic groups citizen advisory committees and the general public.Ability to act in a tactful and diplomatic manner and work on sensitive issues with diverse groups.EDUCATION EXPERIENCE and OTHER REQUIREMENTSGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land-use planning urban planning economics political science public administration environmental studies transportation or a closely related field.Minimum of three years of experience related to comprehensive plans planning studies or surveys.Preferred: Masters in planning or related field. Four or more years of professional related experience in any of the following: land use planning the development process growth management economics demographics environmental planning transportation survey research or urban design.Preferred: American Institute of Certified Planners designation.Or any demonstrated combination of education and experience.Supplemental InformationFLEXIBLE/HYBRID WORKINGA hybrid work schedule is available for this position after an orientation period. Remote work for this position is subject to the departments operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Full-time remote work is not an available option. Once hired employees must reside in the State of Washington and within reasonable commuting distance to Bellevue City Hall.HIRING PROCESSThe City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTAll candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employmentSome positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program. any technical difficulties with your application please contact the NEOGOV support line at .** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**Required Experience:IC 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 : Temp Department / Functional Area: Transportation Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 92431 - 127597