Manager of Planning

Manager of Planning Stockton, CA Job Details Full-time $155,000 - $188,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Rail transportation Writing grant proposals Community engagement Stakeholder engagement Managerial strategic planning Strategic management Public transit development projects Workflow management (operations management method) Government advocacy (outreach initiatives) Collaborating with government agencies Team development Supervising experience Continuous improvement Team management Staff training Mentoring Transportation infrastructure projects Senior level Staff development Stakeholder management Full Job Description The San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) and San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) are seeking an experienced Manager of Planning to lead complex, high‑impact planning, grants, and programming activities that support the ACE and Valley Rail (SJJPA/"Gold Runner") passenger rail services. Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Planning, Grants & Programming, the Manager is responsible for overseeing advanced transportation planning initiatives, securing critical grant funding, coordinating with key state and federal partners, and supervising departmental staff. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the region's passenger rail network and ensuring the agency's long‑term success. Key Responsibilities Planning & Program Development Lead and manage advanced, highly complex planning studies and initiatives, including short‑, mid‑, and long‑range passenger rail and transit planning. Oversee planning efforts related to station area development, environmental review, rail corridor upgrades, and integration with other transportation networks-including high‑speed rail. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to advance rail expansion, service improvements, and multimodal connectivity. Serve as the agency's subject matter expert in planning, grants, and pre‑award programming activities. Grants, Funding & Programming Identify, secure, and manage all phases of local, state, regional, and federal grant and funding programs for SJRRC and SJJPA. Pursue funding that supports planning studies, capital projects exceeding $2 billion, rolling stock procurement, operations, clean energy initiatives, community improvements, and workforce development programs. Ensure compliance with all grant, planning, and reporting requirements. Prepare, review, and oversee complex grant applications, funding agreements, and program documentation. Interagency Coordination & Representation Act as the agency liaison to key partners, including: California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) California Transportation Commission (CTC) Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) Regional Transportation Planning Agencies (RTPAs) Local jurisdictions and community partners Advocate for agency priorities and represent

SJRRC/SJJPA

in meetings, committees, and public forums. Leadership & Staff Development Mentor, coach, train, and supervise Planning, Grants & Programming staff. Provide strategic direction and ensure effective departmental workflow and collaboration with other agency divisions. Foster an environment of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement Please see job description for detailed information.