Transportation Planner

Transportation Planner

Salary

$69,576.00 - $104,364.00 Annually

Location

Field Operations 6210 W. Myrtle Ave., Glendale, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-04560

Department

Transportation

MUNIS- Org Description

Transportation Program Mgmt

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/17/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

Hours per Week

40

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Description

About Us:The City of Glendales Transportation Department works to ensure safe and efficient travel for the people of Glendale.

The Role:Under supervision of Transportation Planning Administrator, the Transportation Planner performs professional planning work relating to the Citys transportation system.

The ideal candidate for the role will have a Bachelors degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or related field, and three years of experience in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.

Salary and Hiring Bonus:This position is a Grade 407 with an annual salary between $66,264-$99,396

Benefits:

The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY25 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale's Benefits page for more information.

Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave:

Regular status position's offer:

• The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays.

• Vacation leave accrues at 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours per year), and increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years, and to 7.6 hours after 10 years of service.

• Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours per year).

Retirement:

• This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
• Contribution is mandatory, and the current contribution rate is 12%.

Essential Functions

• Performs transportation planning activities that include development and preparation of multi modal planning studies, transportation programming, writing council communications and participating in the public involvement process.
• Provides staff assistance in planning and preparing for as well as supporting the Citizens Transportation Oversight Commission (CTOC).
• Serves as a member of the MAG Active Transportation Committee.
• Coordinates with regional, state and federal planning organizations on regional, state and federally funded projects, and provides review and input on regional committees agendas.
• Represents the Transportation Department on various intergovernmental committees on regional transportation planning and development matters.
• Conducts research and analyzes traffic and land use data to identify transportation system needs.
• Participates in regional transportation planning studies including regionally funded projects for the city and submits applications for federal funding.
• Coordinates the work of consultants performing transportation planning activities and assists with developing project schedules.
• Conducts public meetings with neighborhood groups.
• Researches, writes and makes recommendations for complex transportation plans and studies.
• Assists in preparing the Capital Improvement Program Budget for transportation projects.
• Performs mathematical calculations, financial analysis, and cost analysis for transportation planning projects and programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors

Bachelors degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or related field, and three years of experience in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.

Knowledge of:

• The principles, practices, and methods used in transportation and land use planning and available implementation techniques
• Data gathering and research methods, data review, reporting, and presentation
• Public communication and issue resolution techniques
• Capital project planning and design review
• Intergovernmental coordination processes
• Policies and procedures related to land use, and development
• Project management and organization principles
• GIS application to transportation planning projects and initiatives

Ability to:

• Apply transportation planning principles to work assignments, implement City ordinances and policies
• Plan, organize and manage the activities of project teams and multiple projects to completion
• Conduct research, compile data, analyze findings, identify key issues and prepare professional recommendations
• Represent the City of Glendale on various regional County and State Committees
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, contractors, other government agencies, and the general public
• Conduct public meetings on transportation planning and be viewed by the public as an expert in these areas
• Exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment

Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational

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This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Office setting

Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.gov/Your-Government/Connect/Departments/Human-Resources-Risk-Management/Benefits

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I verify that the information I have provided on this application is accurate, and that any answers I provide to the following questions are also reflected in the Work Experience section of my application. I understand that the responses I provide will be verified through the recruitment process and any misstatement of material facts will be grounds for disqualification from further consideration.

• Yes
• No

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Please select the response that most accurately represents your education and experience as it relates to your candidacy for Transportation Planner with the City of Glendale.

• Bachelors degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or related field, and three years of experience in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.
• Three years of college coursework in Urban or Transportation Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or related field, and four years of experience in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.
• Two years of college coursework in Urban or Transportation Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or related field, and five years of experience in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.
• One year of college coursework in Urban or Transportation Planning, Urban Design, Geography, or related field, and six years of experience in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.
• Seven years of experience in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.
• No experience

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How many years of experience do you have in transportation planning, project review, or related transportation development activity.

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

04

How many years of experience do you have in financial modelling or programming.

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

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How may years of experience do you have preparing written reports and presentations to elected and appointed officials (including reviews of agendas) and preparing and giving presentations to the public

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

06

How many years of experience do you have working with Boards and Commissions (B&C) including providing staffing support.

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

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How many years of experience do you have working with regional organizations and other agencies, providing representations on regional projects, and an understating of regional/municipal planning organizations.

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

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How many years of direct experience do you have in working with the public at public meetings and answering questions from the public related to transportation.

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

09

How many years of experience do you have being involved in extremely complex and controversial transportation planning projects.

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

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How many years of experience do you have being involved in development of operating and capital budgets.

• Five or more years
• Three to Four years
• Two to Three years
• One to Two years
• Less than one year
• No experience

Required Question

Employer City of Glendale (AZ)

Address 5850 W Glendale Ave.

Glendale, Arizona, 85301

Phone 623-930-2270

Website http://www.glendaleaz.gov