Urban and Regional Planner
- Advanced State of Wisconsin
- Transportation Madison, WI Job Details Full-time $33
- $42 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Qualifications Program management Public policy development Public infrastructure planning projects Program development Urban planning studies (research activities) Environmental planning projects Transportation planning (urban planning) Policy & process development Cost analysis Land use planning Policy Development Full Job Description Introduction Are you skilled in planning transportation related programmatic improvement efforts?
Make an impact by working to provide safe and efficient transportation systems as an Urban and Regional Planner-Advanced with the Department of Transportation ! This position offers a hybridized work schedule! This full-time permanent position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Madison Hill Farms State Office Building at 4822 Madison Yards Way Madison, WI at least 2 days per week . All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview. WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year. Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment) A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan Well Wisconsin Wellness Program A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package! In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work. Position Summary This position leads complex statewide multimodal planning efforts. This position will also manage the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), including STIP administration, annual updates and monthly amendments, and TIP integration; lead long-range plan development which may include modal plans, infrastructure resiliency efforts, corridor management, access management planning, and transportation demand management; and support the MPO/regional planning assistance program, including advise on federal and state planning requirements, provide technical assistance, review work programs, prepare reimbursements, and review TIPs. Work requires translating technical analyses into clear policy and public-facing documents and coordinating multidisciplinary teams across the state. This position includes responsibilities related to: Statewide long-range plan development Policy analysis Quantitative analysis Regulatory compliance Fiscal constraint Program evaluation Technical reading, writing, and editing Fostering cooperative relationships and consensus building Salary Information This position is in schedule-range (07-03) with an annual salary of $68,640
- $87,360 (or $33
- $42 per hour), plus excellent benefits .
A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. Job Details This position requires occasional travel for business purposes. This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking
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extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting. Qualifications A qualified candidate at the Advanced level must detail having experience in all of the following in order to be considered: Addressing planning issues (such as metropolitan and regional planning, socio-economic, environmental, land use, and/or transportation impacts) (Activities may include preparation of planning documents, transportation chapter of a long-range plan, etc.) Performing policy analysis and program management functions (Activities may include benefit/cost analysis, life cycle costing, preparing research documents including analysis related to transportation, plan or policy document review, managing major or statewide transportation programs, and analysis and making recommendations) Working with government, non-profit, or private sector entities to develop transportation plans, programs, or policy recommendations (Activities may include but are not limited to working with Metropolitan Planning Organizations, Regional Planning Commissions, local governments, local or regional non-profit organizations, industry associations, or private firms) Coordinating public involvement in planning activities. In addition to having experience with all of the above, a well-qualified candidate at the Advanced level will also detail having experience: Working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), including creating and/or applying complex data sets to communicate different types of information (Activities may include but are not limited to creating multi-layered maps using transportation systems, infrastructure, or economic data to convey information; using GIS to help with transportation planning, safety analysis, or asset management; or using GIS to help conduct surveys) How To Apply Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Vicki Kaul at or 608-261-6302. Deadline to Apply All application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. CST on July 6th, 2026.
