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Community Planner

Federal Highway Administration
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The New York Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Community Planner (GS-0020-12/13 - $89,515 to $138,382 annually) in Albany, New York. To apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/792340900 (open to U.S. Citizens), selecting “Albany, New York” as the location and the grade level(s) most applicable to your education/experience. This job announcement closes on 06/28/2024 (but submit your application as soon as possible to receive the best consideration). 

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FHWA's New York Division is excited to announce a great opportunity in the "Empire State." The selectee will report to the Director of the "Office of Program Management."

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As a Community Planner, you will:

  • Provide guidance and technical assistance to FHWA staff and state Department of Transportation and MPO staffs on current Federal planning requirements, policies, procedures, and guidance.
  • Oversee the development of transportation planning processes, programs and products and assess the adequacy of State and/or Metropolitan Planning processes to meet Federal transportation planning requirements.
  • Explain requirements, negotiate working agreements, exchange and review information; and resolve problems with state Department of Transportation and/or MPO officials and other interested parties.
  • Promote developing and applying strategic and effective transportation planning management systems and lead in the implementation of new transportation planning program requirements and best practices.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for planning and system data.

The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced transportation professional having a background in overseeing the development of transportation planning processes, programs and products and possesses the ability to assess the adequacy of State and/or Metropolitan Planning processes to meet Federal transportation planning requirements.

Additionally, the ideal candidate should have the skills and abilities to effectively represent FHWA to Federal, state and local officials and other key transportation stakeholders.

This ideal candidate is someone with good communication, negotiation and partnering skills who desires to work in a challenging, complex, innovative environment.

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Albany is in upstate NY about 150 miles north of New York City. Housing in the area offers every option from city, suburban, and rural. Most employees have less than a half hour commute and the regional transit agency offers many transit options. The Capital Region offers a broad range of arts and entertainment, unparalleled recreation, and renowned education at every level within a short distance from the Division office.

Albany is known for its extensive history, culture, architecture, and institutions of higher education. It is home to over 15 Universities and Colleges including Albany Medical College, Albany Law School, University at Albany College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering; Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; and several community colleges. We are also close to several world class entertainment venues such as the Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts...

…and New York is full of amazing natural areas for all sorts of activities to enjoy, so go ahead and take on the challenge and beauty of the Empire State!

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FHWA's New York Federal-aid Highway Division is a diverse group of professionals who values collaboration and innovation in how we approach the unique opportunities in one of the largest Federal-aid programs in the country working with a wide range of sponsors, partners, and the public. We value leadership at every level and leverage multiple perspectives from all staff in open dialogue. With a culture of employee empowerment and autonomy, we all share in opportunities and successes through a solution oriented, team approach and strong culture of relationship and stewardship. We communicate with our partners effectively with “one voice” to support balanced transportation decisions for the public.

The New York Division supports each other in the areas of wellness, diversity & inclusion, and emotional intelligence in addition to personal and professional development opportunities.