Transportation Planner Cover Letter

Please consider me for the transportation planner opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical leadership in air quality transportation planning and compliance, ranging from strategic advice to tactical solutions.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Registered AICP or P.E
• Proficiency in Synchro, Vissim, Traffix, SketchUp, Sidra Or GIS
• Any specialized technical knowledge or experience will be an asset
• Coordination of proactive communication regarding changes of load status with internal/external stakeholders (Plants, warehouses, customers, distributors and customer service)
• Participate in daily/weekly/monthly Operational Routines including on Boarding new Suppliers
• Weekend and Night coverage and Issue resolution for critical customer delivery issues
• Experience driving projects and programs forward with limited supervision
• Excellent communication and customer service skills (writing sample will be requested)

Please consider me for the transportation planner opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for expertise in the planning and management of corridor or area wide transportation planning studies, including preparation of transportation analysis reports, CEQA analysis, impact fee studies, nexus studies, development review, and local and regional transportation improvement projects.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Use, create, and test RCI validation edits and reports to ensure logic accuracy
• Assist in producing and presenting training and communication materials for the Department
• Knowledge of data analysis concepts and techniques
• Knowledge of quality control practices
• Proficient with GIS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience with Oracle and SQL queries
• Experience with SAS, Tableau, or other statistical software
• Possess a high level of professionalism and have excellent organizational skills

I am excited to be applying for the position of transportation planner. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for clients with transportation planning and economic business case services, including work on: transportation master plan studies; environmental assessments for transportation facilities; transit station planning, station functional design; input to traffic impact studies; transportation study peer reviews.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Proficiency using ArcGIS
• Experience with Oracle Transportation Management system is preferred
• Exceptional Excel knowledge
• A strong core competency in integrated planning approaches, critical thinking, task management, effective communication/storytelling (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills
• Utilizing a TMS system (OTM, SAP)
• Working knowledge of NEPA and related federal and state requirements as applicable to transportation projects
• Environmental planning for implementation of multimodal transportation projects including roadway, transit and active transportation projects
• Provide technical support to the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) Coordinator

I would like to submit my application for the transportation planner opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical expertise in the general areas of transportation planning, project feasibility evaluations, master planning, and traffic simulation studies.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Create, update, analyze, quality control, and assist with the HPMS data submittal to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
• Perform transportation data activities by utilizing data analysis and management software available to the Department
• Coordinate with transportation data collectors internal and external to the Department to meet Federal data reporting requirements
• Coordinate and collect mileage data and other data from local governments
• Coordinate and collect various data through Department’s data collection programs and databases to support the HPMS Submittal
• Perform statistical analysis, geospatial analysis, data management, and data quality assurance activities
• Utilize GIS tools to produce information and analyze data
• Review and compare FHWA data collection guidance with Department’s procedures, handbooks, and guidance to identify program changes needed to meet new Federal requirements

Please consider me for the transportation planner opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical analysis, outreach and project management support for complex Transportation and Traffic planning projects.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Preferred experience in transportation management at large volume distribution operation
• Finance experience managing transportation spend
• Previous experience with Continuous Improvement Disciplines with direct involvement in of the following (TQM, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing)
• Knowledge of principles and practices of planning, research, and data collection and of relevant planning areas, such as, transportation, land use, and environmental science
• Knowledge of standard statistical procedures
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, local laws, codes and regulations as they apply to transportation
• Analytical skills to interpret research data for reports and apply mathematical techniques in practical situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal relationship, and presentation skills