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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 16 hours ago

Senior Planner Capital Strategy

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$94K/yr - $128K/yr

4+ years exp

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a Senior Planner, Capital Strategy (Land Use) to support land use and neighborhood planning initiatives. This role involves providing technical and analytical support to enhance transit access and optimize land uses around MTA assets, collaborating with various stakeholders and contributing to strategic planning efforts.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Support the MTA's growing portfolio of strategic land use initiatives through research, analysis, mapping, and preparation of planning materials

Assist in advancing neighborhood planning initiatives and land use approval processes

Contribute to process improvements that help the MTA achieve stronger outcomes in land use entitlement and environmental review (ULURP, CEQR, SEQR)

Assist in drafting MTA comments for environmental review processes and development projects

Identify and support opportunities in implementing the MTA's Bike, Pedestrian, and Micromobility Strategic Action Plan

Support planning efforts to ensure the MTA's needs are reflected in City and regional initiatives, linking land use and transportation planning

Assist in the development of strategic frameworks for MTA facilities, informed by operational needs, land use context, and neighborhood trends

Consolidate and present information from stakeholders in formats appropriate for decision-makers and technical experts

Produce maps, graphics, data visualizations, reports, and presentations to communicate MTA land use priorities

Develop a working knowledge of the MTA's asset portfolio and cultivate internal and external information sources

Contribute to development strategies for MTA properties and monitor regulatory/policy developments affecting them

Identify research needs and potential partnerships to improve coordination and outcomes on land use and transit, transit access and utilization, and other research needs as they arise

Support short-, mid-, and long-term planning priorities as they evolve

Track project timelines, deliverables, and consultant work; provide input into budgets and grant applications where appropriate

Build collaborative relationships across MTA Construction & Development and the broader agency

Participate in professional development and maintain knowledge of planning best practices

Qualification

Urban planningGISData analyticsEnvironmental reviewProject managementTransportation policiesWriting skillsPresentation skillsTime managementEffective communicationCollaboration

Required

A bachelor's in urban planning, urban design, or a related field

Must have a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience, preferably in urban planning, transportation, or a related field

Strong writing and presentation skills

Strong technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office, project management, data analytics, visualization tools, and spatial analysis using GIS or similar mapping tools

Ability to perform in-depth qualitative and quantitative analyses using a variety of tools and datasets

Strong time and task management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, and maximize the output of a small staff

Effective communication skills with a wide set of audiences

Knowledge of the MTA regional network and operating context, as well as local, state, and federal transportation policies

The ability to work with both senior-level staff and technical personnel on a diverse array of issues

Preferred

Master's Degree preferred

AICP or PE a plus

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

Founded in 1834

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees