Full position posting can be found at: https://www.alamoareampo.org/JoinOurTeam/Jobs/postings/tppm/TPPM-website-posting-Aug2024.pdf

To apply, please send us an email to aampo@alamoareampo.org or mail to the mailing address below and attach/enclose

a PDF of your current resume;
a cover letter highlighting your interest in this job, the work you have done that aligns most closely with it, and your expected salary range; and
Responses to the following: Elaborate on your experience and responsibilities in developing and managing a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). Elaborate on your experience and responsibilities in developing and managing a Congestion Management Process (CMP) and Transportation Conformity. Elaborate on your experience and responsibilities in managing transportation or urban planning studies or projects.

Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization

Office Manager/HR Generalist

825 South Saint Mary’s St

San Antonio, TX 78205

Position Summary

The transportation planning program manager (TPPM) is a senior-level management position under the general guidance of the deputy director in meeting metropolitan planning organization (MPO) responsibilities to local, state, and federal entities. Responsibilities include leading or facilitating the development of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Congestion Management Process, Transportation Conformity, the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) consistent with the Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan (SLRTP), and Annual Performance and Expenditure Report (APER). The TPPM directly leads and manages the workflow, development, and training of Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (AAMPO) Planning Staff charged with developing and completing regional transportation plans and studies, staffing transportation advisory committees, procuring consultant services, coordinating work with local and state agencies, and engaging the public in planning and funding decisions. The TPPM is expected to exercise a high degree of independent thinking, creativity, and initiative in performing duties.

Essential Job Functions

Managing, in collaboration with the deputy director, the training development of Planning Staff in meeting MPO local, state, and federal requirements, including, but not limited to, developing or managing the MTP, TIP, UPWP, APER, Congestion Management Process (CMP), and Transportation Conformity.
Overseeing the development, maintenance, and implementation of the Transportation Improvement Program, including providing technical and coordination training with all stakeholders
Supervising staff lead (e.g., Regional Transportation Planner) in steering the region’s multi-agency CMP workgroup in implementing the adopted CMP (e.g., using data sources in evaluating corridors)
Developing, coordinating, and maintaining the MTP in consultation with staff, the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), and partner agencies or consultants, including its timely submittal or presentation to the TAC, the Transportation Policy Board (TPB), and state and federal agencies for their review and approval
Performing administrative duties such as preparation or editing of MTP chapters, scopes of work for planning studies, grant application, or aiding the director or deputy director as requested
Assisting with managing the procurement of consultant services related to the MTP and other programs or studies as assigned, including training others to perform this function
Managing a planning department that consistently increases 1) the skillset of direct reports, 2) flexibility within the organization by having crossed-trained direct reports, and 3) understanding of how the organization operates on all levels
Executing planning responsibilities of the director or deputy director in their absence
Managing the support of short and long-range planning of the organization, including overseeing special projects or studies as assigned to meet the overall direction and objectives of the organization, including training others to perform this function
Preparing reports covering complex technical analyses on various planning issues, including policy recommendations
Presenting study results and recommendations to technical advisory and oversight committees and the TPB
Managing and coordinating the functions (e.g., performance-based planning, Congestion Management Process, and freight) and deliverables of the Planning Staff, the consultants retained by AAMPO related to the MTP development, and other parties as assigned, including training others to perform this function
Developing and evaluating data needs to support transportation planning activities, including providing updates to AAMPO’s contact database
Maintaining current knowledge in transportation planning developments and strategies, public policy, and legislation related to regional transportation planning issues and holding direct reports to the same standards
Assisting in the creating, conducting, monitoring, evaluating, and revising of community relations and outreach programs or initiatives or public meetings to maximize the early-to-end engagement of diverse AAMPO populations in influencing transportation planning decision-making while complying with the organization’s Public Participation Plan, Title VI, Environmental Justice, and federal and state regulations or goals
Assisting in monitoring AAMPO’s website, providing beneficial content that’s easy to read, and offering ways to improve and optimize our website content
Providing full supervision over direct reports with collaborative responsibility for hiring, promoting, transferring, assigning, evaluating performance, initiating salary action, handling grievances, disciplining, and discharging direct reports
Participating in the Director’s Supervisors Workgroup to collaborate in the identification, implementation, or resolution of organizational initiatives, problems, goals, and objectives
Supervising direct reports, including but not limited to 1) providing visionary direction, regular feedback on work products and team participation, training, problem resolution, and coaching, 2) conducting performance evaluations or meetings, 3) establishing staffing priorities and an accountability environment, 4) ensuring availability of information resources needed to complete tasks, 5) proofreading and approving deliverables, 6) motivating and developing individuals towards excellence in a continuous organizational learning environment, and 7) performing related administrative and compliance tasks
Assisting in the preparation of a budget for assigned areas, including the monitoring of expenditures and adjusting as appropriate
Working with other departments to identify common objectives and develop cross departmental solutions
Managing multiple complex projects and consultant services
Establishing, implementing, and monitoring policies and procedures for the effective, efficient operation of assigned areas
Displaying honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Other duties include: Performing other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficient knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of regional transportation planning and the metropolitan planning organization processes
Knowledge in areas such as federal, state, and local funding requirements, economic development, energy, engineering practices, environment, government management, housing, land use, recreation, and urban planning as they pertain to the function(s) of a metropolitan planning organization
Proficient knowledge of management theory and the principles and practices of managing others and projects
Knowledge of the legal requirements, regulations, and laws applicable to areas of assigned responsibility
Knowledge of geographic information system mapping (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS) software
Skill in problem definition, development of goals and objectives, evaluation of strengths, weaknesses, or alternatives, development of program recommendations, and policy formulation
Skill in quantitative and qualitative analysis
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Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation engineering, public administration from an accredited college or university, or a related field and seven years of progressively responsible experience in transportation planning and at least three years of supervisory experience OR any combination of education and experience that provides the job holder with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job
Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite
Possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License, proper insurance, and reliable vehicle

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in urban planning, environmental studies/science, natural resource management, public administration, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in the development and maintenance of a Transportation Improvement Program
Demonstrated experience in the Congestion Management Process
Bilingual (Spanish and English) is preferred

Work Conditions is available on the official job posting at alamoareampo.org

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