Senior Transportation Planner

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Salary Range: $78,315.00 To $100,185.00 Annually NEW ORLEANS REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY POSITION ADVERTISEMENT- NON -REPRESNTED OPPORTUNITY The Regional Transit Authority gets people moving around New Orleans. Our transit services provide mobility to residents of the city as well as tourists, providing incredible views and comfortable rides through historical neighborhoods and countless attractions. RTA’s system includes 5 streetcar lines, 30 bus routes, 2 ferry routes, and paratransit services. Our passengers take more than 19 million rides every year. JOB SUMMARY This position will take a leading role in transit planning activities related to the preparation of project plans for service and capital projects, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), transit corridors, and other strategic initiatives to improve the quality and effectiveness of transit in Greater New Orleans. This position works with a high degree of independence and is expected to carry out necessary activities with limited direction. This position is responsible for managing and coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders, including internal agency staff, community partners, and local, state, and federal government agencies. REPORTS TO Director of Planning & Development TITLES OF POSITIONS REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THIS JOB None currently. May be required to supervise staff in the future. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Serve as Project Manager for assigned projects and studies, overseeing the work effort and the management of staff, consultants, and contractors. Develop and manage the agency’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) program to advance corridors into the design phase. Support implementation of key initiatives of the RTA’s Strategic Mobility Plan related to BRT and transit priority corridors, and support development of plan updates Support development and implementation of Capital Improvement Program and Transit Asset Management plan. Evaluates the costs, benefits, and risks associated with alternative funding plans, programs, and projects Monitors, reviews, and contributes to the maintenance and updating of transit elements of the relevant local and regional short and long-range plans. Supports implementation of fare collection modernization initiative. Conducts research and analysis into the quality and performance of transit service and develops insights and recommendations to improve speed, reliability, and comfort to better serve existing riders and grow ridership. Prepares documents, reports, and presentations on status, findings, and/or recommendations to staff, RTA Board of Commissioners, outside agencies, and/or the public. Leads preparation of Federal, State, and other grants for submission in coordination with department staff Assists with departmental efforts to develop materials to communicate to the public on transit plans, projects, and initiatives. Coordinates with local and regional governmental and non-governmental agencies and partners on transit-related projects. Executes cooperative agreements, memorandums of understanding (MOUs), and certification requirements with other entities In coordination with Procurement, develops Request for Proposals (RFPs) and other relevant solicitations and participates in consultant/contractor selection Assists in the development, management, and maintenance of department documents and information management, data libraries, and standard operating procedures. Provides staff support and coordinates on various projects with other departments and divisions. Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of RTA are carried out REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a combination of experience and training to the equivalent. A Master’s degree in public administration, public policy, engineering, or urban planning is preferred, and may be considered in lieu of up to two (2) years of experience. A combination of education and related experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements. EXPERIENCE Minimum of five (5) years of experience in transit, transportation, community development, urban planning, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years managing projects or initiatives with budgets and schedules to completion, including supervising staff and/or consultants. Grant and technical writing. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS A valid Louisiana Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Must submit to a criminal background check, the results of which must meet hiring criteria for the role. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Strong verbal and written communication, especially working with people from vulnerable populations, report writing, delivering presentations, and preparing content for websites, social media, and handouts. Strong project and task management skills Read, write, speak, and understand English PREFERRED SKILLS Familiarity with New Orleans and RTA OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. ESSENTIAL WORKING CONDITIONS Some periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer in a normal office environment. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to work in the field. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT NORTA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are based on job-related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity. This classification is at-will, and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority. This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Copyright © 2026, ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. Privacy | Legal | Requirements | Artificial Intelligence Powered by