Attracting, Retaining, and Developing the Transportation Workforce: Transportation Planners (2021)

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B-1   A P P E N D I X B Illustrative Talent Profiles for Different Transportation Planning Positions Talent Profile for Transportation Planner I—Entry-Level (Transportation Agency) (To be selected by Planning Manager) Knowledge • Principles of planning, plan development, and other typical products • Transportation systems, networks, and modes • Working knowledge of data collection and analysis tools • Sustainability principles Skills (Note: could be presented in order of importance) • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data • Implementing quality assurance/quality control procedures • Presenting analysis results in written/graphic/visual form, making sound practical recommendations • Problem-solving • Understanding cultural sensitivities and diverse opinions • Understanding customer needs/desires • Using public engagement techniques and strategies • Using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools to prepare documents and presentations Abilities--Technical • Analytical and creative thinking in a multitasking work environment • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency staff and with groups external to the agency • Strong, dependable work ethic focusing on attention to detail, with the desire to learn and achieve, and accepting accountability • Working effectively in teams; collaboration • Working independently and setting individual priorities to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment Abilities--Personal • Commitment to honesty and professionalism • Commitment to safety • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills • Personal and professional integrity

B-2 Attracting, Retaining, and Developing the Transportation Workforce: Transportation Planners Talent Profile for Statewide Transportation Planner (Transportation Agency) (To be selected by Planning Manager) Knowledge • Principles of planning, plan development, and other typical products with emphasis on statewide transportation planning • Transportation systems, networks, and modes • Working knowledge of data collection and analysis tools • Governmental structure for transportation decision-making • Sustainability principles Skills (Note: could be presented in order of importance) • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data • Implementing quality assurance/quality control procedures • Meeting facilitation • Presenting analysis results in written/graphic/visual form, making sound practical recommendations • Problem-solving • Understanding cultural sensitivities and diverse opinions • Understanding customer needs/desires in urban and rural communities • Using public engagement techniques and strategies • Using transportation planning/analysis tools for statewide and regional travel modeling • Using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools to prepare documents and presentations Abilities--Technical • Analytical and creative thinking in a multitasking work environment • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency staff and with groups external to the agency • Strong, dependable work ethic focusing on attention to detail, with the desire to learn and achieve, and accepting accountability • Working effectively in teams; collaboration • Working independently and setting individual priorities to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment Abilities--Personal • Commitment to honesty and professionalism • Commitment to safety • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills • Personal and professional integrity

Illustrative Talent Profiles for Different Transportation Planning Positions B-3   Talent Profile for General Transportation Planning Supervisor (Transportation Agency) (To be selected by Planning Manager) Knowledge • Planning, plan development, and other typical planning products • Transportation systems, networks, and modes • Governmental structure for transportation decision-making • Impacts and consequences of transportation projects and programs • Working knowledge of data collection and analysis tools • Sustainability principles • <Others that might be specific to the planning area’s responsibilities> Skills (Note: could be presented in order of importance) • Budget preparation and monitoring • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data • Grant administration and compliance • Implementing quality assurance/quality control procedures • Interpreting regulations and legislation • Meeting facilitation • Mentoring of team members • Negotiation • Performance metrics • Presenting analysis results in written/graphic/visual form, making sound practical recommendations • Problem-solving • Team-building • Understanding cultural sensitivities and diverse opinions • Understanding customer needs/desires • Using public engagement techniques and strategies Abilities--Technical • Analytical and creative thinking in a multitasking work environment • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency staff and with groups external to the agency • Motivating staff • Representing agency at meetings • Strong, dependable work ethic focusing on attention to detail, with the desire to learn and achieve, and accepting accountability • Working effectively in teams; collaboration • Working independently and setting individual priorities to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment Abilities--Personal • Commitment to honesty and professionalism • Commitment to safety • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills • Personal and professional integrity

B-4 Attracting, Retaining, and Developing the Transportation Workforce: Transportation Planners Talent Profile for Transportation Planning Specialist (Pedestrian/Bicycle) (To be selected by Planning Manager) Knowledge • Principles of planning, plan development, and other typical products • Travel behavior • Transportation systems, networks, and modes with emphasis on pedestrian/bicycle modes and multimodal plan development (e.g., Complete Streets) • Modal operational and infrastructure characteristics • Working knowledge of data collection and analysis tools • Impacts and consequences of transportation projects and programs • Community development/planning/social networks • Socioeconomic trends and behavioral relationships • Equity Skills (Note: could be presented in order of importance) • Application of pedestrian/bicycle analysis methods, for example, Pedestrian and Bicycle Level of Service concepts, Level of Traffic Stress, and Pedestrian/Bicycle Crashes Analysis Tool • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data (with special consideration for ped/bike data) • Implementing quality assurance/quality control procedures • Interpreting regulations and legislation • Presenting analysis results in written/graphic/visual form, making sound practical recommendations • Problem-solving • Understanding cultural sensitivities and diverse opinions • Understanding customer needs/desires • Related regulations and legislation Abilities--Technical • Analytical and creative thinking in a multitasking work environment • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency staff and with groups external to the agency • Motivating staff • Representing agency at meetings • Strong, dependable work ethic focusing on attention to detail, with the desire to learn and achieve, and accepting accountability • Working effectively in teams; collaboration • Working independently and setting individual priorities to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment Abilities--Personal • Commitment to honesty and professionalism • Commitment to safety • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills • Personal and professional integrity

Illustrative Talent Profiles for Different Transportation Planning Positions B-5   Talent Profile for Transportation Planning Specialist (Environmental Analysis) (To be selected by Planning Manager) Knowledge • Principles of planning, plan development, and other typical products • Transportation systems, networks, and modes • Modal operational and infrastructure characteristics • Working knowledge of data collection and analysis tools • Impacts and consequences of transportation projects and programs with emphasis on environmental factors, for example, air quality, water quality, and community disruption • Federal/state/local environmental laws and regulations • Community development/planning/social networks • Equity Skills (Note: could be presented in order of importance) • Application of environmental impact analysis tools and analysis methods, for example, emissions inventories, Human Exposure Model (HEM), MOtor Vehicle Emission Simulator (MOVES), and downscaling of climate projections • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data (with special consideration for environmental impacts) • Implementing quality assurance/quality control procedures • Interpreting regulations and legislation • Presenting analysis results in written/graphic/visual form, making sound practical recommendations • Problem-solving • Understanding cultural sensitivities and diverse opinions • Understanding customer needs/desires Abilities--Technical • Analytical and creative thinking in a multitasking work environment • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency staff and with groups external to the agency • Motivating staff • Representing agency at meetings • Strong, dependable work ethic focusing on attention to detail, with the desire to learn and achieve, and accepting accountability • Working effectively in teams; collaboration • Working independently and setting individual priorities to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment Abilities--Personal • Commitment to honesty and professionalism • Commitment to safety • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills • Personal and professional integrity

B-6 Attracting, Retaining, and Developing the Transportation Workforce: Transportation Planners Talent Profile for Transportation Planning Specialist (Systems Operations and Technology) (To be selected by Planning Manager) Knowledge • Principles of planning, plan development, and other typical products • Transportation systems, networks, and modes • Modal operational and infrastructure characteristics • Automated/connected vehicle technologies • Technology (especially new and evolving technologies affecting transportation) • Working knowledge of data collection and analysis tools • Equity Skills (Note: could be presented in order of importance) • Application of system operations and network models • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data (with special consideration for environmental impacts) • Implementing quality assurance/quality control procedures • Interpreting and synthesizing new knowledge and information on technology developments • Interpreting regulations and legislation • Presenting analysis results in written/graphic/visual form, making sound practical recommendations • Problem-solving • Understanding cultural sensitivities and diverse opinions • Understanding customer needs/desires Abilities--Technical • Analytical and creative thinking in a multitasking work environment • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency staff and with groups external to the agency • Motivating staff • Representing agency at meetings • Strong, dependable work ethic focusing on attention to detail, with the desire to learn and achieve, and accepting accountability • Working effectively in teams; collaboration • Working independently and setting individual priorities to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment Abilities--Personal • Commitment to honesty and professionalism • Commitment to safety • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills • Personal and professional integrity

Illustrative Talent Profiles for Different Transportation Planning Positions B-7   Talent Profile for Transportation Planning Specialist (Public Engagement) (To be selected by Planning Manager) Knowledge • Principles of planning, plan development, and other typical products • Understanding of transportation systems, networks, and modes • Working knowledge of public engagement techniques • Impacts and consequences of transportation projects and programs • Federal/state/local laws and regulations relating to public engagement • Community development/planning/social networks • Equity Skills (Note: could be presented in order of importance) • Application of public engagement methods and strategies • Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting survey and marketing data • Interpreting regulations and legislation • Presenting analysis results in written/graphic/visual form • Social media • Understanding cultural sensitivities and diverse opinions • Understanding customer needs/desires Abilities--Technical • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other agency staff and with groups external to the agency • Representing agency at meetings • Strong, dependable work ethic focusing on attention to detail, with the desire to learn and achieve, and accepting accountability • Working effectively in teams; collaboration • Working independently and setting individual priorities to manage time effectively and to apply consistently sound judgment Abilities--Personal • Commitment to honesty and professionalism • Commitment to safety • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills • Personal and professional integrity