Transportation Planner at Green DOT Transportation Solutions Chico, CA

Green DOT Transportation Solutions is hiring an Associate or Senior Transportation Planner for a full-time, primarily remote position based in Chico, CA. The role involves leading transportation planning efforts, overseeing projects, and engaging with stakeholders to promote sustainable mobility. Candidates must reside in Northern California and attend occasional in-person meetings. Responsibilities include developing transportation plans, conducting research, preparing reports, and facilitating community outreach.
Transportation Planner job at Green DOT Transportation Solutions. Chico, CA.

Available Positions:

Associate Transportation Planner

Senior Transportation Planner

Position Type:

Full-Time, Remote

Salary

$65,000 - $95,000 annually, depending on experience and position

Location Requirements:

Must currently reside in Northern California, with semi-regular in-person attendance in Chico, California and other Northern California communities.

Firm Description:

Green DOT Transportation Solutions was started in 2011 to fill a niche role in transportation planning services. Our goal is to improve transportation facilities and the associated human travel experience through progressive planning approaches, comprehensive project development, and aggressive project delivery strategies. We work with the built, natural, and human environments to develop effective transportation plans and programs that ultimately create safe, efficient, and effective transportation solutions. We are strategically located in Chico in Butte County, CA and provide services to public agencies throughout northern California. We work on planning documents ranging from Regional Transportation Plans, Active Transportation Plans, grant applications, Corridor Studies and specific roadway planning projects, and perform administrative, project development, and project delivery services for regional transportation planning agencies.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an Associate or Senior Transportation Planner to lead transportation planning efforts, oversee projects, and engage with stakeholders to advance sustainable and equitable mobility initiatives. This role is primarily remote but requires occasional in-person meetings, site visits, and community engagement activities across Northern California and occasional visits to our office site in Chico.

Responsibilities:

• Develop regional transportation plans, active transportation plans, corridor studies, transit studies, and other transportation planning studies and reports.

• Conduct research, gather and analyze transportation and demographic data, and compile findings and prepare recommendations in written form for projects, including project analysis.

• Prepare maps, tables, charts and other figures for community outreach, state reporting, and to include in transportation plans and studies.

• Support/oversee grant application preparation and development for transportation related grant programs.

• Develop reports, studies, presentations, and other technical documentation to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.

• Participate in project meetings with government agencies, transportation program trainings, conferences and technical committees.

• Organize, plan, and attend/lead community outreach events; coordinate meeting scheduling, venue planning, advertising, and preparing presentation and community engagement materials.

• Provide guidance and collaborate with other team members on various tasks as needed.

• Assist in delivering/managing key elements of client deliverables of moderate to high complexity.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of transportation policy, funding programs, and regulatory frameworks in California

• A combination of technical experience with GIS mapping, data analysis, travel demand modeling, and/or design skills in Adobe Creative Suites and Canva.

• Excellent project management skills.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and collaborate with a geographically dispersed team.

• Exercises good judgement and decision-making skills.

• Willingness to travel occasionally for in-person meetings, site visits and community outreach.

Associate Planner:

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in planning, geography, or a closely related field;

AND

Two years of experience in transportation planning, multimodal mobility, or closely related field.

Senior Planner:

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in planning, geography, or a closely related field;

AND

Five years of experience in transportation planning or a related field, or at least two years of experience at a level equivalent to Associate Transportation Planner.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible remote work environment with occasional in-person opportunities.

• Fun and meaningful projects that enhance transportation equity and sustainability in Northern California.

• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership.

• Collaborative and mission-driven team culture.

• Annual staff retreat for employees with 1+ year of tenure

• Opportunities to attend professional conferences, trainings, and research symposiums

Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so it is encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible. The first review of applications is tentatively scheduled for March 12, 2025.

How to Apply:

Email your resume or CV and statement of interest to Jeff Schwein at jeff@greendottransportation.com.
• ****We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and skillsets to apply, even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. If you are passionate about transportation planning and believe your experience aligns with this role, we’d love to hear from you!