
Connecticut DOT
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is now accepting applications for a Transportation Supervising Planner to lead our Grants and Policy Unit in the Office of Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs at the DOT Headquarters.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
– Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
– Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America’s Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.
– Professional growth and development opportunities.
– A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
– Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
– First Shift.
– Full Time, 40 hours per week.
– Monday through Friday.
– P-4 Bargaining Unit.
– Location: DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT.
– This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be found here. Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office.
THE ROLE
The Transportation Supervising Planner will oversee the Grants and Policy Unit, which is responsible for leading federal, multi-modal grant initiatives within the Department, across five Bureaus. This position is pivotal in disseminating information and providing grant guidance and support to staff, community partners, and working with other state and federal agencies, assessing transportation projects for program eligibility and potential, managing the preparation, drafting, and submission of project grant proposals; and assisting in post-award coordination.
Responsibilities will include:
– Tracking notices of funding opportunities (NOFOs).
– Coordinating funding opportunities with management.
– Creating and compiling necessary information for Grant applications.
– Overseeing Benefit / Cost Analyses (BCA’s).
– With many upcoming funding prospects tied to equity and rebuilding of jobs and communities, this unit will facilitate the varied needs of the Department in securing funds, as well as applying them to the projects and programs which will bring the most benefit to our State. This unit will be dedicated to analysis of the impact and benefits of transportation projects on local, regional and statewide economics, equity and environmental justice, reducing barriers to opportunity, and resiliency and sustainability of the State’s transportation infrastructure. The unit will gather and utilize data regarding travel time savings, accessibility and job creation to calculate the likely economic development implications of transportation projects and programs.
Policy responsibilities of the unit include assisting in tracking and leading the review, analysis, and comment on state and federal actions, including, but not limited to; federal and state laws, regulations, Notices of Proposed Rulemakings (NPRM), Notices of Requests for Information or Comments on federal policy, policy changes, guidance, and pilot programs. This position will also assist in tracking and ensuring timely fulfillment of federal planning requirements and assist in development, review and periodic updating of Department Policies.
Supervisors can expect to spend roughly half of their working hours, if not more, in the office in order to execute upon their job functions and supervise their team. Time in the office may fluctuate based on circumstances and the team being supervised. The ability to apply for telework continues to be available and the agency continues to provide reasonable accommodations for those who need them.
ABOUT US
As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT’s mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Learn more about our mission, vison, and values by clicking here! Visit our website to learn more about the Connecticut DOT!
To apply for this job email your details to brittney.woodley@ct.gov