The Southeastern Connecticut Council of Governments (SECOG) seeks a creative and dedicated individual to join its team of planning professionals. The Assistant Transportation Planner will support SECOG’s transportation planning and project management activities. Current initiatives include implementing projects in SECOG’s recently updated Regional Safety Action Plan, directing the development of bike/ped projects related to SECOG’s regional bike/ped plan, and developing SECOG’s comprehensive long-range transportation document, the Metropolitan Transportation Plan. SECOG staff provide ongoing support to multiple local and state-led transportation plans and projects. SECOG complies with national standards established by the US Department of Transportation for conduct as a Metropolitan Planning Organization.

Example duties may include:

• Supervise the work of project consultants and prepare project progress reports
• Coordinate or participate in the procurement of consultant services
• Assist with the preparation of transportation plans, including Metropolitan Transportation Plan and Transportation Improvement Program, which may include writing, data analysis, development of maps, graphics and presentations, and stakeholder outreach.
• Coordinate events (manage scheduling, facilitate virtual meetings, manage outreach & logistics)
• Prepare public outreach information (social media and traditional media)
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data, prepare narrative summaries and charts
• Conduct field work (gather site conditions data, photograph projects)
• Prepare grant applications and manage ongoing grant reporting tasks
• Develop briefing documents for public and internal use
• Represent SECOG at meetings and training sessions; transmit take-aways to fellow SECOG staff
• Interpret federal and state program guidelines, statutes, and regulations
• Prepare memo requesting actions by SECOG Board and leadership
• Support the work of SECOG’s regional planning, municipal services, and emergency management programs as needed
• Provide local technical support as directed and represent SECOG in local planning activities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a demonstrable track record of producing clear and concise written reports
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with member towns, other elected officials, organizations, staff and the general public;
• Knowledge of grant writing principles
• Organized and self-motivated to meet deadlines
• ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Microsoft Suite including Word and Excel
• Social Media tools
• Video editing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation engineering, or a related field
• Demonstrated interest in transportation planning
• Valid Driver’s License
• Creativity and Enthusiasm

Application Process

Send cover letter and resumé to: 

         Amanda E. Kennedy, AICP, Executive Director

         Southeastern Connecticut Council of Governments

         5 Connecticut Avenue, Norwich, CT 06360

         office@secogct.gov

Closing date: April 16, 2026 or until filled.

Applications will not be accepted without a résumé and cover letter.