The Southern California Association of Governments is seeking an experienced Senior Regional Planner to support the Mobility Planning& Goods Movement department in the Planning Division. The Senior Regional Planner will lead and support a broad range of planning initiatives in the Multimodal Integration business unit such as the Regional Safety Action Plan, the Regional High Injury Network, and SCAG's transportation safety modeling tools. The selected candidate will manage various complex projects, coordinate working group meetings, identify grant funding, work with consultants, and present highly technical information to various audiences on ongoing work. If you are passionate about transportation safety and possess strong GIS and analysis skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The Mobility Planning & Goods Movement Department focuses on improving mobility, optimizing the goods movement network, and expanding transportation choices. The department achieves its goals through its leadership on innovative plans, projects, and programs, including many that are supportive of advancing transportation safety. It is divided into two business units: Goods Movement & Aviation and Multimodal Integration.

WHO WE ARE

As a mission-driven organization, SCAG is committed to attracting and retaining talent who embody SCAG's values. SCAG's workforce is passionate and committed to innovation that improves the quality of life for all Southern Californians. When you join SCAG, you can expect a culture where collaboration and teamwork is fostered.

As part of our Work@SCAG policy, employees are eligible for two work models: in-office and hybrid. Eligibility for these models will depend on the department, position, responsibilities, and duties, as determined by management. All work models require employees to be based within the SCAG region. This position is expected to follow the hybrid model and be in the office 2 days per week.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

MISSION
To foster innovative regional solutions that improve the lives of Southern Californians through inclusive collaboration, visionary planning, regional advocacy, information sharing, and promoting best practices.

VISION
Southern California's Catalyst for a Brighter Future.

SCAG?CORE VALUES

• Be Open: Be accessible, candid, collaborative and transparent in the work we do.
• Lead by Example: Commit to integrity and equity in working to meet the diverse needs of all people and communities in our region.
• Make an Impact: In all endeavors, effect positive and sustained outcomes that make our region thrive.
• Be Courageous: Have confidence that taking deliberate, bold and purposeful risks can yield new and valuable benefits.
• Cultivate Belonging: Embrace differences, foster equity, champion inclusion, and empower all.

In this role you can expect to

• Lead the development of SCAG's Regional Safety Action Plan and the safety component of SCAG's long-range plan, Connect SoCal.
• Develop RFPs, author and execute contracts with consultants, and collaborate with consultants and Caltrans to further improvements in safety in the region.
• Work with various funding staff (at SCAG, Caltrans, etc.) to identify grant funding to support implementation of the Regional Safety Action Plan.
• Oversee and support updates and maintenance to SCAG's Community Safety Modeling Tool, the Transportation Safety Predictive Modeling and Analysis Platform, the SoCal Transportation Safety Resource Hub, and Regional High Injury Network.
• Respond to stakeholder requests for safety data analysis and as necessary, prepare GIS mapping analysis.
• Coordinate and convene quarterly working group meetings and ensure ongoing engagement and relevance.
• Collaborate with partners on transportation safety plans and projects, attend partner meetings, provide updates on SCAG's program, and support stakeholders in using SCAG's Community Safety Modeling Tool, the Transportation Safety Predictive Modeling and Analysis Platform, the SoCal Transportation Safety Resource Hub, and Regional High Injury Network.
• Ensure coordination and collaboration across SCAG's Planning Division teams on transportation-safety related work (e.g., annual safety targets, Go Human initiatives, etc.).
• Represent SCAG on California's Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) Steering Committee and participate in Challenge Area Teams.
• Present technical and policy matters to committees, SCAG's Regional Council, other regional and local committees, working groups, and forums, and attend relevant conferences and peer exchanges to promote the region's efforts.
• Prepare, draft, and finalize project reports, staff reports, memos, grant applications, and communications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring to this role

A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be with 5 years of experience in urban planning and design, project management, or planning regulations and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered.

We'll be a great match if you also have:

• Strong GIS skills and the ability to work with large data.
• Experience managing complex programs or projects, with a strong track record of successful project delivery.
• Knowledge of planning theories, practices and policy analysis.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of advanced project management principles and concepts.
• The ability to work collaboratively with consultants, external stakeholders, communities, and the public.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent public speaking and presentation skills for diverse audiences.

Supplemental Information

Please note, this posting will remain open until June 17, 2025, with the first application review taking place on June 3, 2025. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply prior to that date. We anticipate interviews for this position will be held in five weeks.