Overview The Transportation Planner is responsible for performing transportation planning for maintenance and operations programs. The position requires both administrative and technical responsibilities. The working conditions are primarily inside an office environment but may require field investigation to support efforts.
Responsibilities • Preparation and maintenance of asset management, traffic, mobility, and safety plans
• Assists in development of studies in support of new or updated plans, programs, projects, or regulations
• Reviews, research and compile information on a variety of planning issues from multiple sources
• Interprets and applies Local, County, State, and Federal codes and regulations
• Prepares reports, estimates costs, presentations, determining individual projects needs
• Serves as liaison to coordinate plans, projects, and policies with other City departments and outside organizations
• Works closely with the public on transportation planning programs, requirements, or projects
• Works with operations and maintenance teams to compile asset inventory and condition data
• Monitors and communicates data into a format to allow for engineering analysis of life-cycle costs
• Prepares cost estimates and project needs
• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work • Non - Exempt - Full-Time
• Non-rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree (BA/ BS)
• Two (2) years of experience - One (1) of the years must be related to traffic operations
Licenses and Certifications Required • Proof of Automobile Liability Insurance
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire
Employment Testing Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below: • Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes
• Clearinghouse Query: No
Basis of Rating A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.
Supplemental Information • Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.
The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
Closing Date/Time: February 5, 2026