Ramsey County

About Ramsey County

To supervise the development of multi-modal transportation plans and establishment of priorities for Ramsey County improvement projects; to represent and promote the County's interests with respect to transportation projects, plans and proposals; and to perform related duties as assigned. To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this job, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description. If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with personnel rules (i.e. promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction). Examples of Work Performed Meet and confer with elected officials, technical experts, media representatives and public groups to explain and promote the County's interests concerning transportation projects, plans, and proposals and pending legislation. Supervise and participate in the development of plans for County projects by researching, organizing and presenting information to elected officials for use in establishing transportation policies. Prepare and manage the process of Requests for Proposal (RFP) issuance and selection related to transportation projects; assist in the development of the project scope, draft RFP documentation, evaluate proposals, interview consultants, participate with selection committees on final recommendation, negotiate contracts and budgets, and present final recommendations, contracts and budgets to the Ramsey County Board or the Regional Rail Authority Board. Manage and lead planning projects by reviewing the work of consultants for accuracy and political implications; managing project budget by monitoring expenditures and invoices, making budget adjustments as needed, or seeking additional funds from the Ramsey County Board, the Regional Rail Authority Board or other bodies. Serve as primary liaison and staff support to various committees including policy committee, technical committee; serve as primary staff member on other studies where Ramsey County is a partner and another agency manages the project. Policy Committee support involves preparation of agenda and supporting materials, attending meetings, making recommendations to policy members, and coordinating miscellaneous policy committee assignments. Technical Committee support involves chairing meetings, preparing agenda and supporting materials, and developing recommendations for presentation at the Policy Committee. Present study updates and findings to elected officials, including the Ramsey County Board, or the Ramsey County Regional Rail Authority Board, for approvals and next steps if needed. Facilitate open houses and public meetings with members of the general public regarding assigned projects, including planning and set up of events; preparing information; arranging for guest presenters, including elected officials; talking with members of the public and the media to explain the project and answer questions. Provide relevant information and other communication for elected officials and the public during projects, including the creation of fact sheets, reports and maps; completion of grant applications, funding forms, and miscellaneous federal and state legislative forms; preparation of draft correspondence for Ramsey County and/or Ramsey County Regional Railroad authority board members' signatures to federal and state elected officials for projects; development of ideas and initiatives with county lobbyists Prepare Board documentation for action, discussion and information, including Board resolutions and presentations. Attend various Metropolitan Council Transportation Advisory Board committee meetings and advocate for Ramsey County transportation projects, as prescribed by federal funding requirements. Track the status of federal funding through the TAB process. Attend various transitway and transportation project technical and policy level meetings to advocate for Ramsey County where Ramsey County is project sponsor, but not a project lead. Communicate with Ramsey County staff and elected officials to ensure that projects utilizing county funds or impacting Ramsey County are completed are completed consistent with Ramsey County board direction. Prepare grant applications for transportation work by analyzing requirements, coordinating information retrieval and writing applications to obtain funds for projects. (The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in transportation planning, urban studies, regional planning, urban geography, or a closely related field. Experience: Six years of experience in transportation planning and managing multi-modal transportation projects and studies. Substitution: 10 years of work experience with no degree or five years of work experience with a Masters Degree. Certifications/Licensure: None. Preferred: A Masters Degree. Exam/Screening Process Information The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated: Training & Experience Rating = 100% The examination for Senior Transportation Planner will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on the answers - do not mark "see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination. Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Senior Transportation Planner. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for three months or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list. Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

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Company Size: 1001 - 5000

Revenue: 1 - 5 billion (USD)

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