HBCU Transportation Planning Division Fellow Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/newprint/4808515) Apply  HBCU Transportation Planning Division Fellow Salary $28.08 - $29.36 Hourly Location Wake County, NC Job Type Temporary Full-Time Job Number 25-01033 Department Dept of Transportation Division Secretary Opening Date 01/31/2025 Closing Date 3/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Class Title HBCU/MSI Fellows Program Transportation Planning Division Position Number 65029464 Salary Grade TS + Description + Benefits + Questions Description of Work This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. What Will You Do + Assist in development of Comprehensive Transportation Plans (CTP) across the state. Support senior-level Project Managers/Engineers. + Gain overall insight and knowledge of transportation planning from experienced engineers and supervisors as well as learn the latest IT and other innovations from engineers new to the profession. + Includes Developing a Vision, Goals & Objectives, Multi-model transportation system assessment using quantitative analytical (GIS, TransCAD) as well as qualitative tools, developing transportation alternatives via tools and guidance, developing a draft CTP, and adopting a CTP, engaging local CTP Steering Committee members, elected officials, and public at all CTP Phases. Cloud adoption. + Metropolitan/Rural Planning Organization (MPO/RPO) Coordination. Learn and work with NCDOT - TPD Coordinators on working with MPO/RPOs, which includes oversight, special studies, participation in technical staff and elected official meetings, and providing information to MPO/RPOs. + Learn to review State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) project-level traffic forecasts using CTP and other long-range transportation plans. + Learn the basics of Travel Demand Modeling, using TransCAD software, including modifications of roadway networks and inputting socio-economic data. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies + Microsoft Office Suite and Software: ArcPro GIS, Python Coding, TransCAD (Travel Demand Modeling). + Interest in understanding NCDOT and transportation planning. + Ability to present to small focus groups, larger committees, elected officials, and the public. + Understanding of transportation planning, traffic and environmental engineering, including volume/capacity analysis. Website:NCDOT: HBCU/MSI Fellows Program (https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/students-youth/hbcu-msi-fellows/Pages/default.aspx) Minimum Education and Experience Requirements + Must possess bachelor’s degree from, or be currently enrolled in masters, or professional level program (e.g., Law School) at an accredited North Carolina Historically Black College/University (HBCU) or Minority Serving Institution (MSI) earned between 2022 – 2025 Or be a current graduate or law school student. + Must provide proof of College or University attendance/graduation by attaching a transcript (official or unofficial) To help you with your interview, we suggest that you do your research: know some background about NCDOT and the business area to which you are applying. We also suggest that you practice your interview skills by discussing your experience and job history with a family member, friend, or mentor. Supplemental and Contact Information JoAna McCoy jmccoy5@ncdot.gov It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting An Equal Opportunity Employer, NC State Government noreply@nc.gov NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments: Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation. 01 The North Carolina Department of Transportation requires that your application include all your relevant education and workforce experience. NCDOT does not accept "See Attached" or resumes in lieu of completing the "Education" and/or "Work Experience" section of the online application. CONFIRM - I understand that I will not be considered for employment with NCDOT if I submit an incomplete application. + Yes + No 02 Have you attached either a Word or PDF copy your unofficial transcript? JPEG files are not supported. + Yes + No 03 Have you attached either a Word or PDF copy your resume? JPEG files are not supported. + Yes + No 04 Select the College/University from which you graduated or currently attend. + Bennett College + NC A&T State University + Elizabeth City State University + NC Central University + UNC Pembroke + Fayetteville State University + Saint Augustine's University + Johnson C Smith University + Shaw University + Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte + Livingstone College + Winston Salem State University + None of the Above 05 Are you a North Carolina resident? + Yes + No 06 How did you hear about this program? + Career Fair + Online Job Posting + College/University website + Social Media + Word of Mouth + Prior Experience with NCDOT + Other 07 Please select any of the workforce development programs you have participated in. + National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) + Construction Career Days + TRAC & Rides + Summer Engineering Assistants Program + Public Transportation Internship/Apprenticeship + HBCU Internship + None 08 Are you currently enrolled as a student in a bachelors, masters, or professional level program at an accredited institution? + Yes + No 09 Please choose the best option which describes your overall GPA based on a 4.0 scale. + 3.5-4.0 + 3.0-3.4 + 2.5-2.9 + 2.0-2.4 + Less than 2.0 10 Please provide the major you are currently enrolled in, if applicable. 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