Senior Transportation Planner (JC-467406)

District Climate Change Adaptation Planning Branch Chief

Senior Transportation Planner

Job Control: JC-467406

Classification: Senior Transportation Planner

Annual Salary: $101,100.00 - $125,628.00

Apply by: 3/12/2025

All applications must be submitted through the link external link on Calcareers.

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Under the general direction of the District Office Chief for Regional & Community Planning, the incumbent leads a team of planners responsible for planning, organizing and implementing critical climate change adaptation planning activities in District 4. Supports District implementation of federal climate change programs, including those established as a result of the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), as well as programs established by the State Legislature on climate change adaptation. The IIJA programs include, but are not limited to, the PROTECT Program and Carbon Reduction Program. The incumbent provides leadership in coordinating and promoting climate change adaption planning efforts. Develops, coordinates, and facilitates implementation of climate change policy and strategies into transportation decision-making. Coordinates climate change planning activities across all appropriate functional units; provides technical assistance identifying and supporting research and analysis of climate change adaptation and resilience strategies; identifies and provides outreach, education, and training on climate change adaptation and resilience. Acts as the District SHOPP Program Advisor for the Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience program, assisting in identifying adaptation measures for SHOPP projects. The position requires excellent analytical, writing and communication skills, the ability to compose special reports and knowledge of contract management. The position also requires strong leadership, partnership, and strategic thinking skills, as well as a deep commitment to the Department's strategic vision, mission, values, and goals, and to advancing equity through all efforts.

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