San Francisco Bay Ferry, California
Senior Transportation PlannerCome join the dynamic Planning team at San Francisco Bay Ferry! Now hiring for the full-time position of Senior Transportation Planner.
As a Senior Transportation Planner, you will serve as a project manager and lead planner for advanced transportation and planning projects. Your responsibilities will span feasibility studies, environmental reviews, permitting, operating programs, and coordinating with stakeholders. This role emphasizes strategic planning for transit, fare programs, regulatory compliance, and sustainability initiatives. You will receive direction from the Director of Planning and provide supervision and technical guidance to internal staff and external service providers.
- Transit service planning experience is strongly desired but not strictly required.
- Demonstrates expert-level knowledge in transportation planning, environmental compliance, capital project management, and data analysis.
- Possesses strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects and teams.
- Is proactive in stakeholder engagement, policy development, and representing the agency in public forums and collaborative initiatives.
- Thrives in a dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
- Has a passion for sustainability, strategic planning, and improving transit services for communities.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible planning experience, with two (2) years in a project management capacity.
License(s) and Certificate(s): None.
Benefits That Move YouWorking for the San Francisco Bay Ferry (operated by WETA) means more than just a paycheck; it’s an investment in your future and well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Highlights of our program include:
- Financial Security: Secure your future with a competitive retirement plan through CalPERS and additional deferred compensation options.
- Comprehensive Health Care: Choose from a variety of premium medical (HMO/PPO), dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) allowances and observed holidays. For eligible administrative roles, we also offer a hybrid work environment to provide the flexibility you need.
- Commuter Perks: We practice what we preach—take advantage of pre-tax transit benefits and employer subsidies for transit or vanpooling to make your own commute as seamless as our ferry service.
- Peace of Mind: Feel protected with employer-provided life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Why Work for San Francisco Bay FerryWorking for the San Francisco Bay Ferry offers a rare professional trifecta: a mission-driven career, a breathtaking "office" on the water, and a front-row seat to one of the world’s most iconic regions. As a vital part of the Bay Area’s transit backbone, you’ll join a team dedicated to sustainable, stress-free travel while enjoying the stability and pride that comes with public service. Beyond the deck, living in the Bay Area means unparalleled access to diverse culture, world-class dining, and stunning natural beauty—from the redwood forests of Marin to the sun-soaked hills of the East Bay. Whether you’re exploring the vibrant urban energy of San Francisco or the relaxed coastal vibes of Vallejo and Alameda, you’ll find a community that matches your pace. At the San Francisco Bay Ferry, we don’t just navigate the water; we power the lifestyle that makes this region legendary.
