Transportation Planner II

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Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$23.661

Job Posting:

JR2025-00018493 Transportation Planner II (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

08-19-2025

Job Description:

Are you a meticulous and analytical individual with a passion for data accuracy and a keen eye for detail? We are seeking a dedicated Transportation Planner II to join our team at the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT). In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the precision and integrity of critical traffic data. Your responsibilities will include reviewing and importing data from various sources and generating essential reports for both internal use and submission to federal agencies. If you thrive in an environment where your analytical skills directly contribute to vital transportation planning, we encourage you to apply. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping our understanding of traffic patterns and contributing to informed decision-making for Nebraska's roadways.

We reward our employees’ hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates
• Free parking

Pay range is $23.661- $34.879 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

 

JOB DUTIES:

• Review and correct data from 72 Automatic Traffic Recorder (ATR) locations across the state on a monthly basis by comparing past data to the present.
• Generate a monthly ATR Report that is published for the public on the DOT's Website.
• Submit reviewed and edited ATR data to FHWA through TMAS (Travel Monitoring Analysis System).
• Review portable hose counts and radar counts from counties, interstates, ramps, and cities collected by the Traffic Counter Shop.
• Create and publish an Annual Continuous Traffic Count Data and Traffic Characteristics on Nebraska Streets and Highways book (Annual ATR Book).
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as needed.

 

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in urban and regional planning, transportation planning, engineering technology, business, data science, physical sciences, geographic information systems, or a related field, plus one year of related experience. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Relevant work experience in transportation planning or a related field..
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Apps, especially Excel for data manipulation and report generation.

Other: 

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Must be able to work an 8-hour workday day M-F, between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 pm.
• This position does not offer remote work as an option, although flexible work hours are available.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of KEDIT & Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Familiarity with IHI Database and SSRS reporting Portal.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with a limited amount of supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

 

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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