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Transit Planner Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

VHB

Transit and Rail Civil Engineer

Wethersfield, CT · Hybrid

... studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control * Perform inspections ... Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration

VHB

Transit and Rail Civil Engineer

Wethersfield, CT · On-site

... studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control * Perform inspections ... Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration

VHB

Transit and Rail Civil Engineer

Wethersfield, CT · Hybrid

... studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control * Perform inspections ... Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration

Estuary Transit District

Dispatcher

Centerbrook, CT · On-site

Estuary Transit District, operating as River Valley Transit , is the vital link connecting ... planning; handles scheduling, confirmation, and cancellation of trips; vehicles to shifts ...

River Valley Transit

Dispatcher

Centerbrook, CT · On-site

$25.50 - $27.50/hr

Join River Valley Transit: Make a Difference in Middlesex County! Are you looking for a career ... planning; handles scheduling, confirmation, and cancellation of trips; vehicles to shifts ...

River Valley Transit

Dispatcher

Centerbrook, CT

Join River Valley Transit: Make a Difference in Middlesex County! Are you looking for a career ... trip planning; handles scheduling, confirmation, andcancellationof trips; vehicles to shifts ...

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How much do transit planner jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for transit planner in Connecticut is $68,266.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,100.00 and $72,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a transit planner do?

A Transit Planner is responsible for designing, evaluating, and improving public transportation systems in cities or regions. They analyze travel patterns, population trends, and community needs to recommend routes, schedules, and service changes. Their goal is to make public transit more efficient, accessible, and sustainable for the community. Transit Planners often collaborate with government agencies, stakeholders, and the public to ensure transportation solutions meet both current and future demands.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transit planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transit Planner, you need expertise in urban planning, transportation systems, data analysis, and typically a degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, transit modeling tools, and transportation planning regulations is essential. Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills help you collaborate effectively and address community needs. These abilities ensure efficient, equitable, and sustainable transit solutions that enhance urban mobility and quality of life.

What are the main challenges transit planners face when balancing community needs with budget constraints?

Transit planners often need to find creative solutions to address diverse community needs while working within limited budgets. This involves prioritizing projects that maximize public benefit, analyzing ridership data, and seeking input from stakeholders to ensure equitable service distribution. Balancing operational efficiency with accessibility and sustainability goals can be challenging, but collaboration with local governments, engineers, and the public helps identify the most impactful improvements. Being adaptable and using data-driven decision-making are key skills for overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Transit Planner vs Transit Analyst?

AspectTransit PlannerTransit Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in urban planning, transportation, or related field; often requires GIS skillsBachelor's or master's in urban planning, transportation, or data analysis; strong analytical skills needed
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, community engagement, planning meetingsData analysis, report writing, software use
Employer & Industry UsagePublic transit agencies, city planning departmentsTransit agencies, consulting firms, government agencies

Transit Planners focus on developing transit routes and infrastructure, while Transit Analysts analyze data to improve transit services. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and often work within the same organizations, but their daily tasks differ significantly.

Are transportation planners in demand?

Transportation planners are in demand due to ongoing infrastructure projects and urban development needs. Employment growth is expected to be steady as cities seek sustainable and efficient transit solutions, often requiring skills in GIS, data analysis, and transportation modeling.

How much do transit planners make in the US?

Transit planners in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $70,000, with salaries ranging from approximately $50,000 to over $100,000 depending on experience, location, and employer. Advanced roles or those with specialized skills may offer higher compensation, and many transit planners hold relevant degrees and certifications in urban planning or transportation engineering.

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Infographic showing various Transit Planner job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $68,266 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Transportation Planner 2 (40 Hour)

State of Connecticut

Newington, CT • On-site, Remote

$132K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 hours ago

Job description

Introduction
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) is now accepting applications for a Transportation Planner 2 position within the Planning and Data Analysis Unit in the Bureau of Public Transportation in Newington, CT.
The Planning and Data Analysis Unit is seeking candidates with experience in data analysis, technical planning, and stakeholder coordination. Ideal candidates will be skilled in interpreting and visualizing transit data, applying analytical methods to support planning decisions, managing complex datasets, and collaborating with internal and external partners to advance service planning.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
  • Visit our newState Employee Benefits Overview page!
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
  • Join an award-winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!
  • We also offer the convenience of an on-site, low-cost fitness center, on-site cafeteria, and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Newington, CT, Headquarters facility. All DOT facilities have ample free parking with easy access from major highways or by public transportation.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
  • Full-time (40 hours per week)
  • First shift
  • Location: Newington, CT
  • P-4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit
  • This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be foundhere. Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office
THE ROLE
The Planning and Data Analysis Unit provides essential analytical and planning support to the Bureau's transit programs and operations. The Unit's work ensures that transit services are effectively planned, performance is monitored, and investments are strategically targeted to meet statewide mobility needs.
The Unit is responsible for:
  • Transit planning and service analysis
  • Developing and maintaining mapping and geospatial resources
  • Coordinating data collection activities
  • Producing accurate, timely reports to guide decision making
  • Preparing required submissions to the Federal Transit Administration's National Transit Database (NTD)
  • Conducting systemwide and corridor level transit studies such as the Statewide Bus Study
  • Developing statewide programs including the Bus Stop Enhancement Program

The Transportation Planner 2 position:
  • Leads development of transit plans and studies, including direction and oversight of consultant work
  • Coordinates with CTtransit branded service providers and independent transit districts on planning initiatives, performance reporting, program development, and compliance with federal and state requirements
  • Supports development of service plans, route evaluations, and operational improvements in coordination with internal and external partners
  • Synthesizes data from multiple sources, integrating datasets to enable extraction, validation, analysis, and visualization
  • Prepares National Transit Database submissions and other routine performance reports, conducting data analysis and developing visualizations to draw conclusions and provide actionable insights
  • Produces technical analyses and written reports to meet federal and state reporting requirements and support internal decision-making
  • Develops and delivers presentations, facilitates meetings, and participates in public hearings and other stakeholder meetings
  • Performs related duties as required

Career progression pathway within the State of Connecticut, starting with Transportation Planner 2, (current opening), advancing to Supervising Transportation Planner, and ending with Many more opportunities available! A slogan on the left reads 'Make It Here in your career. Your future as a Transportation Planner 2 has limitless opportunities.'
Learn more about our Transportation Plannershere (Opens in a New Window)
ABOUT US
As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.
Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here.
Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of CT employee!
Selection Plan
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
  • Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
  • Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
  • Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
  • Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
  • Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
  • Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

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  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
  • This employer may participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization.

QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for acting as a working lead and/or for performing the most complex tasks in transportation planning studies, programs and related activities.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
WORKING LEAD LEVEL:
  • As assigned by a supervisor, distributes, prioritizes, oversees and reviews office unit work;
  • Provides staff training and assistance;
  • Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;
  • Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, consultant staff and other outside officials regarding unit office policies and standards;
  • Prepares correspondence;
  • Performs related duties as required.

ADVANCED LEVEL:
  • Performs complex tasks and assignments in developing, coordinating and reviewing transportation planning programs;
  • Recommends, coordinates or participates in transportation demonstration projects;
  • Participates in preparation and negotiation of agreements and contracts;
  • Oversees and participates in corridor studies;
  • Prepares and reviews reports, studies and surveys in compliance with department standards and needs and state and federal laws and regulations;
  • Coordinates activities or projects with local, regional, state and federal agencies, consultants and stakeholders as required;
  • Reviews consultants' work;
  • Investigates and responds to public inquiries and complaints regarding transportation plans, programs and/or projects;
  • May make presentations at legislative or public hearings;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
  • Considerable knowledge of multi-modal transportation planning theory, practices and methodologies;
  • Knowledge of environmental considerations involved in transportation planning;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to
    • develop and use computer software including planning models and other programs related to planning process;
    • forecast trends based upon empirical data;
    • comprehend and interpret laws and regulations;
  • Analytical ability;
  • Lead ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Seven (7) years of professional experience in transportation engineering or transportation, urban, regional or environmental planning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must include individual responsibility for the coordination of complex planning projects in a relevant planning area.
NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Transportation Planner 1 or Transportation Engineer 2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
  • College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
  • A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban or Regional Planning, Urban and Community Studies, Geography, Data Science, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related field
  • Experience with project management, including consultant oversight and contract administration
  • Experience in public transportation planning or operations
  • Experience in data collection, data management, databases, data ana

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