The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is seeking a Planning Supervisor to lead innovative programs within the Partnerships, Technology, and Innovation Department in the Regional Pilots units. This limited-term position will oversee three key work programs: 1) administering funding for the County Transportation Commission (CTC) Partnership Program, comprised of 33 projects led by partner agencies, 2) leading the Regional Pilot Initiatives (RPI) Program, a SCAG-led program to implement scalable pilot projects in the region, and 3) administering the Active Transportation and Safety Program (AT&S), overseeing quick build active transportation projects in partnership with local jurisdictions. This role is funded by REAP 2.0 and the Carbon Reduction Program (CRP). As the Planning Supervisor, you’ll drive the execution of groundbreaking transportation pilots, while supervising and mentoring staff to achieve top-tier results. Your focus will include grant administration, partnership facilitation, and project oversight, ensuring that SCAG continues to lead in regional innovation.
This is a limited-term position with an estimated term length of 4 years. Term length may be adjusted based on available funding.
The Partnerships, Technology & Innovation Department is dedicated to researching, developing and implementing transformative technology and transportation programs that implement Connect SoCal. The Department’s core focus is on local partnerships to deploy innovative pilot projects and programs. The Department comprises two business units, Regional Pilots and Technology and Innovation. The Regional Pilot business unit consists of six staff members and works with SCAG’s multi-modal transportation and land use planning departments to design and implement innovative pilot projects that allow for more transportation options in the region and reduce the region’s reliance on cars. The team develops projects to demonstrate innovative, next generation technologies and models of regional significance, specifically those with the potential to change transportation and housing paradigms toward building more sustainable communities.
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.
SCAG operates as a hybrid organization because we recognize that work can be successfully performed in various locations. Designing a work environment and culture where SCAG’s mission, effectiveness, and collaboration can be more flexibly served demonstrates our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) by supporting work-life balance for our employees, retaining our existing dedicated staff, and increasing access to new talent pools.
As part of our 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:
- Support the department manager in meeting the strategic direction for the development and implementation of the transportation pilots and programs.
- Facilitate execution of major partnerships and programs.
- Advance Connect SoCal through timely advancement of plans, programs, and pilot projects.
- Coordinate with SCAG’s transportation planning departments and across the planning division and agency to ensure the timely execution of plans, projects, and programs.
- Coordinate with CTC partners and other stakeholders to ensure timely execution of plans, projects, and programs.
- Represent SCAG in external meetings (committees, standing meetings, workshops) related to matters and programs under the purview of the Partnerships, Innovation and Technology department.
- Lead major partnerships and regional programs, including developing goals and objectives specific to the CTC Partnership Program, RPI Program, and AT&S program.
- Supervise staff within the PTI Department, offering mentorship, conducting performance evaluations, supporting professional growth, and overseeing staff activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you'll bring to this role:
A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be with 7 years of experience in urban planning and design, project management, planning regulations, or related field 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:
- Knowledge of transportation, land use, and equity planning principles, and familiarity with transportation analysis tools, financing strategies and data sets used by major metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), cities and counties to support transportation planning.
- Experience and ability to develop and implement programs.
- Knowledge of advanced project management principles and concepts.
- Experience implementing highly visible programs involving multiple stakeholder groups.
- Supervision experience and knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
- The ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships, team spirit, and collaboration with those contacted in the course of work.
- The ability to be politically astute and have experience in working with local elected officials and knowledge of regional challenges and opportunities related to transportation.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
- Knowledge of the Southern California region and local challenges, including knowledge of regional challenges and opportunities related to transportation, and familiarity with stakeholder agencies and organizations.
- Excellent management skills as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the agency.
- Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Knowledge of innovative transportation trends and related program development efforts across the nation, with experience in building regional partnerships, including public-private partnerships for implementation.
- Experience leading innovative programs and strategic deployments, with the ability to quickly assess risks and opportunities.
Supplemental Information:
Please note, this posting will remain open until November 7, 2024, with the first application review taking place on October 24, 2024. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply prior to that date. We anticipate interviews for this position will be held in five weeks.
The information you provide on the application and supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the hiring process. Please be advised that failure to provide complete and accurate information in the application and supplemental questionnaire may result in disqualification of your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Please be as specific as possible and include all information as requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a sufficient response. Please note that all information is subject to verification at any time in the hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
Southern California Association of Governments is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, mental condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
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