Transportation and Mobility Planner III

The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

The City of Wilmington is seeking a passionate and innovative Transportation and Mobility Planner to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to make a real impact on how our community moves, and to help achieve Wilmington’s Vision Zero commitment to eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries.

As a Transportation & Mobility Planner, you’ll play a key role in:

• Advancing Vision Zero goals by developing and implementing strategies to create safer streets and equitable, multi-modal transportation options for everyone.
• Designing the future of movement through short- and long-term plans for multi-modal transportation, neighborhood traffic management, and infrastructure improvements.
• Collaborating across the city with departments, partner agencies, and community stakeholders to deliver projects that make Wilmington safer, more accessible, and more sustainable.
• Leading with expertise by developing, interpreting and applying plans, ordinances, and policies; coordinating grant applications; and managing transportation grants.
• Engaging the community by organizing public meetings and outreach events and responding to inquiries from residents and partner agencies.
• Telling the story with data by preparing and presenting clear recommendations, reports, and visuals to decision-makers and the public.
• Shaping policy and standards to keep Wilmington moving forward while embedding safety as a top priority.

This is a chance to make a lasting impact on the city’s growth and quality of life while working with a supportive, forward-thinking team.

If you’re excited about innovative transportation solutions, passionate about safety, and want to help design a vibrant, connected future for Wilmington, please apply today!

View the detailed job description here 

Note: We offer a competitive sign-on bonus. Flexible or alternative work arrangements may be available depending on the City’s operational needs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in planning, transportation planning, urban studies, public administration, geography, landscape architecture, transportation engineering, or a related field with at least three (3) years of transportation planning experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least five (5) years of transportation planning experience.
• Demonstrated experience in grant coordination and administration.

Certifications & Other Requirements

• Possession of an American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), Professional Transportation Planner (PTP), or an equivalent certification – or the ability to obtain one within two years of hire.
• Valid Class C Driver’s License.

What You Should Know

We’re looking for someone with well-developed knowledge of:

• Urban and transportation planning principles and practices
• Policy development integrating mobility, land use, and equitable transportation components
• Transportation facility and project design
• Project management
• Transportation funding programs and requirements
• Grant writing techniques and budget development
• Effective report preparation and presentation
• Community engagement practices and techniques
• Data collection, travel demand forecasting, and land development practices
• Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, and internet applications

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position generally requires work in an office setting.

Our Core Values:
INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
• Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees’ Retirement System
• Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
• Free on-site city gym access
• Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
• 6-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
• Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
• Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.