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Transportation/Air Quality Planner I – Air Quality Technical Planning and Analysis

North Central Texas Council of Governments
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Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? Are you looking for a position that offers a hybrid work schedule with work from home options?

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking an entry- or mid-level Transportation/Air Quality Planner in Air Quality Technical Planning and Analysis to assist with technical support for the Transportation Department’s air quality planning and analysis activities.

A successful candidate should have an interest in the technical analysis of air quality as it relates to transportation. This position will support efforts to conduct technical analyses, including assisting with modeling for regional transportation conformity and multi-year emission inventories for the State Implementation Plan (SIP) development. Typical work will include database support, assisting with quality control of data, and remaining current on air-quality related legislation. Work is collaborative in nature, working not only within the NCTCOG team but also with external conformity partners, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).

This posting is for the entry-level Transportation/Air Quality Planner I position. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. To be considered for the mid-level Transportation/Air Quality Planner II position or any other NCTCOG position that may currently be open, applicants need to apply online separately for those postings. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing work experience, as well as a current resume.

 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Participating in data collection and analysis
  • Compiling and maintaining databases and spreadsheets
  • Managing data files
  • Assisting staff with quality control of data
  • Interpreting, analyzing, and manipulating data
  • Assisting with the interpretation of charts, maps, plots, and reports
  • Utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software
  • Assisting in the development of presentations
  • Delivering presentations to technical committee and/or public meetings
  • Drafting memorandums, letters, documentation, progress reports, articles, executive summaries, and final reports
  • Providing customer service to partners and stakeholders
  • Updating webpages as needed
  • Assisting with the interpretation and analysis of air quality-related rules and legislation
  • Supporting aspects of air quality model development including:
    • Assisting with the development and application of input databases applicable to the latest motor vehicle emission simulator model
    • Assisting with the air quality model application and interpretation of model results at the direction of higher-level staff
    • Assisting with emissions estimation and quantification
    • Assisting with sensitivity analyses on various parameters
    • Entering data

Required Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
  • Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Detail oriented, highly organized, and ability to multi-task on short deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) preferred

Required Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in analytical, quantitative methods
  • One year or less of job-related experience

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $45,736.00 - $54,883.20 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, the North Central Texas Council of Governments has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during your military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.