Director of Transportation Planning & Programming

Director of Transportation Planning & Programming Print ( Apply ufeff Director of Transportation Planning & Programming Salary $157,320.80 - $186,492.80 Annually Location Minneapolis, MN Job Type Full-time Job Number 2026-00125 Department Public Works - Transportation Planning & Programming Division PW Planning & Programming Opening Date 03/12/2026 Closing Date 4/2/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit CAP + Description + Benefits + Questions Position Description Oversee the Minneapolis Public Work's Transportation Planning & Programming Division, including managing capital assets related to transportation and transit infrastructure and conduct long range replacement planning of the owned assets and infrastructure, and the administration and supervision of all Transportation Planning & Programming Division employees. This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. It is highly encouraged to attach a cover letter to your application. Job Duties and Responsibilities u2022 Oversee Public Works' internal and external transportation planning efforts impacting the City of Minneapolis. u2022 Manage and oversee capital assets related to transportation and transit infrastructure and conduct long range replacement planning of the owned assets and infrastructure. u2022 Responsible for the administration and supervision of all Transportation Planning & Programming Division employees, including hiring, training and performance management. u2022 Responsible for the coordination and development of the Public Works Capital Improvement Plan u2022 Coordinate with regional transportation planning agencies (i.e. Met Council Policy Plan, MN/DOT, TIP, and Hennepin County Transportation Plan) on the development of plans and programs impacting the City of Minneapolis. u2022 Research, develop, and implement innovative transportation planning methods including plans and programs for auto, bicycle, pedestrian and transit infrastructure improvements. u2022 Oversee the data gathering, analysis and recommendations involved in conducting long range studies of multi-modal travel conditions. u2022 Recommends the development of new policies, strategies and ordinances regarding transportation planning. u2022 Develop and oversee the City of Minneapolis' transportation project improvement planning and programming (i.e. MSA, NDB, STP, and CMAQ). u2022 Oversee the City of Minneapolis' applications for Federal, State and County transportation funding for necessary transportation improvements. u2022 Prepare and oversee all aspects of the Transportation Planning & Programming budget, including approval and tracking of budget expenditures. u2022 Maintain effective relationships and works collaboratively with City, County, State and Federal elected officials, as well as other City Public Works Directors, other City Departments, Park Board and other transportation agencies on integrated approaches to planning, development and mobility. u2022 Meet frequently with neighborhood citizen groups, technical boards and commissions on transportation needs, concerns and issues. u2022 Serve as the City representative on external committees and working groups (i.e. Met Council Technical Advisory Committee and Planning) to advance the goals of the City. Working Conditions: Normal office setting Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field or equivalent Minimum Experience: Five years of experience which provides a thorough knowledge of transportation planning and traffic engineering principles, applications and analysis methods, and includes experience in administration, supervision, and management in municipal transportation planning Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps :a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check: The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants maybe required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Union Representation: This position is not represented by a bargaining unit and follows the Civil Service Rules and falls within Appointed Officials. For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: Eligible List Statement: The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established. Interview Selection: The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidateu2019s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities u2022 Considerable knowledge of transportation planning and traffic engineering principles, applications and analysis methods. u2022 Supervisory skills and the ability to motivate a multi-disciplinary staff. u2022 Knowledge of alternative modes of transportation and innovative approaches to improving mobility is highly desirable. u2022 Knowledge of City and departmental policies and procedures. u2022 Knowledge of the functions and roles of various divisions in the department. u2022 Knowledge of budget and budget preparation. u2022 Knowledge of capital, operations and strategic planning. u2022 Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and strong presentation skills. As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purposeu2014serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Benefits Summary Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page (. Insurance Health insurance Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design (with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica. Dental insurance The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees. Life insurance The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance. Paid time off Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements (. Paid parental leave City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child. Retirement City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs. + Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits. + Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS). Transportation Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs: + Metropass: TheMetropass (program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price. + Parking or Van Pool:The City of MinneapolisTransportation Benefits Plan (gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars. Learning and development To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherineu2019s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees. Other perks Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, theEmotional Wellbeing Solutions (, health club discounts and more. 01 How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply) + Recruiter + City of Minneapolis website + City of Minneapolis employee + City of Minneapolis job interest card + City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin + Friend or family member + League of Minnesota Cities website + website + website + website + website + Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Website + Other website + LinkedIn + Twitter + Facebook + Other social media site + Newspaper + Other media + College or University + Community organization + Job Fair + Professional association + Site Visit 02 Please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association). 03 Did you attach a cover letter? + Yes + No 04 Do have a Bacheloru2019s Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field or equivalent experience working in transportation planning? + I have a Bachelor's Degree in one of the listed fields + I have a Bachelor's Degree not in one of the listed fields + I have a Master's Degree + I do not have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree 05 How many years of experience do you have within transportation planning and/or engineering? + 3 years but less than 4 + 4 years but less than 5 + 5 years but less than 6 + 6 years but less than 7 + 7 or more years 06 Please provide a brief description of your transportation planning and/or engineering experience. 07 How many years of experience do you have in a management role? + None + Less than 3 years + 3 years but less than 4 + 4 years but less than 5 + 5 or more years 08 If you answered that you have management experience in question 7, during this time, how large was your overall team and how many direct reports did you have? 09 Do you have experience managing capital assets, capital programming and budget expenditures? + Yes + No 10 Do you have experience in tracking and recommending State and Federal transportation funding opportunities? + Yes + No 11 Do you have experience in implementing State and/or Federal grants? + Yes + No 12 How many years of experience do you have coordinating with transportation planning agencies on the development of transportation plans & programs? + Less than 3 years + 3 years but less than 4 + 4 years but less than 5 + 5 years but less than 6 + 6 or more years 13 In 250 characters or less please provide a brief description of your experience leading community engagement including number of years. 14 In 250 characters or less please provide a brief description of your experience presenting to elected officials including number of years. 15 In 250 characters or less please describe a time that you researched, developed, and implemented or oversaw the implementation of new transportation policies, strategies or ordinances. 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Created: 2026-03-16