Airport Planning and Zoning Coordinator - Planning Program Coordinator Transportation

Working Title:
Airport Planning and Zoning Coordinator

Job Class:
Planning Program Coordinator, Transportation

Agency:
Transportation Department

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/25/2025
• Closing Date: 04/14/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Aeronautics / Aeronautics Admin Support
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Administrative
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent is expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position provides leadership and direction for the long-term and sustainable growth of Minnesota’s system of airports. This includes providing the office with expertise in airport safety zoning and compatible land use around airports, managing and overseeing the Air Service Marketing grant program, Airport Layout Plan (ALP) reviews and approval processes, and management of aviation system and environmental planning activities in a particular region of the state.

The position will also participate in all State Aviation System Planning activities, including, but not limited to, updates to the State Aviation System Plan and a continuous system planning process. Lastly, the position may also be a project manager for various long- or short-term planning efforts and/or studies.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of advanced professional transportation planning experience that demonstrates:

• Experience interpreting and applying state and federal requirements for transportation zoning and compatible land use.
• Experience leading and coordinating major statewide/regional planning projects.

A bachelor's or master’s degree in planning, geography, urban studies, sociology, or political science may substitute for six months of advanced professional transportation planning experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spatial database experience such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
• Experience leading and managing airport-related planning projects.
• Experience with Airport Layout Plans.
• Experience with state/federal airport grant programs.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and/or Education/License Verification.

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Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Charity Morrow row.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job #, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Charity Morrow row.us.

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