Job Opening: Transportation / Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst for SMTC

The Syracuse Metropolitan Transportation Council (SMTC) seeks a Transportation Planning Analyst with an emphasis on Geographic Information Systems. The SMTC is the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for Onondaga County and small portions of Madison and Oswego Counties. The major work areas for this position include Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Adobe Creative Suite desktop publication, and transportation/traffic analysis.

The starting Salary will depend on the applicant’s credentials and experience with the position being filled at either the mid or senior level.

Current Salary Ranges are:

Transportation Analyst $74,067 - $81,831

Senior Transportation Analyst $76,335- $96,404

The ideal candidate(s) will have some combination of the skills below; all skills not expected.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of transportation and land use planning and the municipal planning process, and knowledge of current planning trends.

• Traffic and Data Analysis: Familiarity with traffic analysis concepts and data will be beneficial.

• Proficient with collecting, cleaning, verifying, and analyzing traffic and demographic data. Working knowledge of some of the software relevant to transportation planning and how it is applied to projects is also a benefit (e.g., ArcGIS Pro & Online, Synchro, TransCAD, or similar software suites).

• Knowledge of data collection methods, applications, and technology such as GPS units, cameras, and tablets.

• Experience with creating maps, applications, dashboards, and surveys using ArcGIS Online.

• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word is expected; experience with MS Access or similar database software is desirable.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially the ability to convey technical information and data in a way that is easily understood by a non-technical audience.

• Visualization: Preferred candidates should have strong cartographic skills and ideally possess a basis level of user proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud. Candidates with a demonstrated ability to create more advanced graphics, illustrations, and photo simulations, especially for transportation-related projects, in Illustrator and/or Photoshop, and the ability to complete reports in InDesign are highly desirable.

• Project management: For mid-level position, candidates should have some experience/familiarity with managing projects from scoping through completion. This mid/senior level position requires a highly technical, motivated, and experienced professional.

For further details, application instructions and a full job description, visit the SMTC web site at

www.smtcmpo.org

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should forward a letter of interest, resume, salary requirements and three (3) professional references to: Director, SMTC, 126 N. Salina Street, Suite 100, Syracuse, New York 13202, or e-mail to

jdagostino@smtcmpo.org.

Notes:

All applicants should be eligible to work in the U.S. without VISA sponsorship. Applicants invited to

interview will be encouraged to provide a sample of previous work outputs, graphics/report layout

work if applicable.

Should an employment offer be made, position requires physically working in the SMTC offices.

The position is open until filled.

For a description of the SMTC please visit our website at www.smtcmpo.org.

Job Opportunity: Economic Development Specialist for City of Ithaca

The City of Ithaca, NY is seeking qualified applicants for the role of Economic Development Specialist!

The Department of Planning & Development seeks an economic development specialist to join our team. The position will support the City’s economic development initiatives through business outreach, data and policy analysis, project coordination, and interagency collaboration. The incumbent will serve as a primary point of contact for existing and prospective businesses, provide guidance on City processes, connect businesses with relevant resources, and act as a liaison to local, regional and state economic development organizations. Work will also involve developing and maintaining economic development data in an accessible and visually engaging format and conducting economic analyses to inform policies, initiatives, development proposals, and strategic planning efforts.

Learn more here.

Job Opportunity: Housing Development Coordinator for Columbia County Economic Development Corportation

Columbia County Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) is seeking a Housing Development Coordinator is to facilitate and promote an increase in housing affordability and availability within Columbia County, New York. For information please visit CEDC’s website www.columbiaedc.com

Job Opportunities: Two Opportunities at Southern Tier Central Regional Planning & Development Board

Environmental Planner/Senior Planner: https://www.stcplanning.org/document/job-opening-environmental-planner-senior-planner/

Flood Recovery & Water Quality Specialist: https://www.stcplanning.org/document/job-opening-flood-recovery-water-resource-specialist/

Job Opportunity: Mid-Level Planner for Wendel

We are seeking a full-time Mid-Level Planner to join our winning team in our Buffalo, Williamsville or Rochester, NY offices. As a Mid-Level Planner, you will lead and help manage projects within the municipal/land use/renewable energy planning team, perform independent project assignments, attend meetings (daytime and evening), develop various local and regional planning documents, comprehensive plans, local waterfront revitalization programs (LWRPs) and a variety of other planning assignments. Other work may include providing professional planning support to client communities and municipal boards on diverse land use and zoning matters. Planners are expected to be able to organize and lead meetings with advisory boards, committees, community stakeholders, and elected officials. The Mid-Level Planner may supervise the Planning Intern, Junior Planner (Planner I) or Associate Planner (Planner II), depending on the structure of the Planning Team.

Mid-Level Planner | Wendel

Job Opening: Transportation Planner for the Capital Region Transportation Council

We are seeking a Transportation Planner to support our planning programs in the areas of transportation and land use, housing, environment, public participation, technical assistance, and other program areas as assigned. The Transportation Planner will be supervised by the Executive Director and the Director of Regional Planning. Ideal candidates have excellent writing and communication skills, are self-starters, are passionate about planning for a multi-modal regional transportation system and are capable of managing multiple tasks concurrently with a minimal amount of supervision.

Click HERE for the full job description and application instructions.

Job Opening: Senior Transportation Planner for Capital Region Transportation Council

We are seeking a Senior Transportation Planner responsible for leading our community/transportation planning program, and to support our public engagement, equity, transit and Human Services Transportation planning initiatives. The Senior Transportation Planner will be supervised by the Executive Director. Ideal candidates are excellent communicators and self-starters, passionate about planning for a multi-modal regional transportation system, and capable of managing multiple programs and tasks concurrently with a minimal amount of supervision.

Click HERE for the full job description and application instructions.

Job Opportunity: Director of Planning & Community Development Services for Schoharie County

This is a professional position with the responsibility for administering all operations, programs and activities of the Office of Planning and Community Development Services. The work involves considerable public contact with government officials, professional and civic organizations, and others representing areas under study. Incumbent is responsible for budgeting, program development, and grant writing and administration. Supervision is exercised over departmental staff. Does related work as required. View full posting here.

Salary Range: $82,614-$100,996

Those interested in being considered for this position must submit a Schoharie County Employment Application to the Schoharie County Department of Personnel & Civil Service:

284 Main St, PO Box 675, Schoharie, NY 12157,

( e-mail: CivilService@co.schoharie.ny.us ) by the close of business on MAY 14, 2026

Applicants may include a cover letter & résumé; however, a résumé will not be accepted in lieu of an employment application. Employment applications may be obtained in the Schoharie County Personnel Office or online at:

www.schohariecounty-ny.gov.