Are you passionate about expanding transportation choices? Is career growth and development what you are looking for? Do you like working on a variety of projects? Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!
GPI is seeking a motivated Assistant Transportation Planner with one or more years of experience to join our team in the New England region. Ideally, we are seeking someone who has a strong work ethic, a desire to learn, the willingness to work collectively with our team, and the ability to work on multiple concurrent projects.
GPI’s success is built around its seven strategic objectives which starts with employee satisfaction. This is evident by the longevity of our employee retention and the family culture which is felt within our organization. As an employee-owned company, we work together as a team with a common goal to succeed.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Ability to obtain and interpret demographic and other transportation planning data.
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Utilize existing state and local GIS data and applications to prepare spatial analyses, and develop interpretative maps and analyses for transportation planning and public outreach purposes.
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Develop and maintain ArcGIS Story Maps.
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Support with the research, writing, and presentation of reports and technical memoranda regarding transportation projects.
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Assist with public outreach including preparation of presentation materials, public input surveys, and attendance at public events such as information sessions, meetings, field visits, evening events, and occasional weekend events are a responsibility for this position.
- Attend project and client meetings as required
What You Bring to the Table:
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Knowledge of multi-modal transportation planning practices and principles.
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Familiarity with and desire to learn varying GIS applications for transportation planning purposes.
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Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
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A willingness to learn on the job.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field
- One year of professional experience in the transportation industry, additional professional experience is desirable.
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Experience with ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suites is preferred, but not required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
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Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
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Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
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Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
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Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Work Authorization
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.