Connecticut Careers Trainee​/Transportation Planner Highway Safety Motorcycle Program

Connecticut Careers Trainee/Transportation Planner 1 Highway Safety Motorcycle Program

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The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). now accepting applications for a Connecticut Careers Trainee role, with a target class of Transportation Planner 1 in our Highway Safety Office in Newington, Connecticut. If you are passionate about improving motorcycle safety, this entry-level position offers an opportunity to start a career at the Department of Transportation that positively impacts our communities and helps to save lives.

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance for all employees
• Join an award-winning agency! CTDOT was recently named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024

• Full Time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Location:
  
  Department of Transportation Headquarters, Newington, CT
• Reports to a Transportation Supervising Planner or employee of a higher level.
• P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) bargaining unit
• Eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, then in accordance with the Telework Policy.

Field work involves minor maintenance, moving, and transport of motorcycles in all weather conditions; travel primarily within the State will be necessary. Overtime may be required, especially during motorcycle training season.

This entry-level position assists with the Motorcycle Safety Program and other safety programs in the Highway Safety Office, including coordination of The Connecticut Rider Education Program (CONREP), statewide motorcycle safety training. The role works closely with program leads to provide guidance to site managers and rider coaches, formulates goals and objectives for motorcycle safety issues, collaborates with the CT Safety Research Center to query and analyze highway safety data, and reviews, evaluates, and monitors Highway Safety grants for conformance with reporting requirements, budgetary parameters, and program efficiency.

Efforts contribute to the Triennial Highway Safety Plan and the Annual Highway Safety Report.

• Review and approve grant applications for various projects
• Process HSO grants, community college proposals, and reimbursement claims
• Prepare project monitoring review activities and documentation
• Field‑monitor motorcycle ranges for conformity and safety
• Update Department of Motor Vehicles database for motorcycle endorsements
• Assist the Program Manager with recruiting and training rider coaches, overseeing training sites
• Participate in virtual conferences, webinars, and meetings

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Eligibility for promotion to the target classification of Transportation Planner 1 is earned upon successful completion of the training program.

• Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree will serve a two (2) year training program.
• Candidates with a Master’s degree may be eligible for a shorter training period.

First year of training:
Bachelor's degree and/or qualifying experience: FS 15 Step 1 ($55,328/year);
Master's degree: FS 15 Step 2 ($57,320/year).

Second year of training:
General rate: FS 15 Step 5 ($63,306/year).

The Department of Transportation employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. Our mission is to provide a safe, accessible, and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. The DOT is committed to cultivating a diverse staff representative of the communities served.

• Meet Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the posting deadline.
• List earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately.
• Resume policy:
  Resumes are not accepted during the initial application process; later stages may require additional documentation.
• Select preferred shift/location on your application.
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