District Climate Change Adaptation Planning Branch Chief – Senior Transportation Planner

Under the general direction of the District Office Chief for Regional & Community Planning, the incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing and leading critical climate change adaptation planning activities in District 4. Supports District implementation of federal climate change programs, including those established by the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), as well as programs established by the State Legislature on climate change adaptation. The IIJA programs include, but are not limited to, the PROTECT Program and Carbon Reduction Program. The incumbent provides leadership in coordinating and promoting climate change efforts. Develops, coordinates, and facilitates implementation of climate change policy and strategies into transportation decision-making. Coordinates climate change planning activities across all appropriate functional units; provides technical assistance identifying and supporting research and analysis of climate change and adaptation; identifies and provides outreach, education, and training on climate change. Acts as the SHOPP Program Advisor for climate change projects and assists in identifying adaptation measures for SHOPP projects. The position requires excellent analytical, writing and communication skills, the ability to compose special reports and knowledge of contract management. The position also requires strong leadership, partnership, and strategic thinking skills, as well as a deep commitment to the Department’s strategic vision, mission, values, and goals, and to advancing equity through all efforts.