Senior Transportation, Community Planner

Michael Baker International

. Support public-sector transportation, safety, mobility, multimodal, corridor, and community planning projects.

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeAnchorage • Alaska • United StatesSenior💰 $115,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transportation and community planning, with strong capabilities in data analysis, GIS, and public engagement. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple projects effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transportation PlanningGIS ExperiencePublic EngagementGrant WritingData Visualization

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisMappingTechnical Report WritingProposal DevelopmentCommunity PlanningInfrastructure PlanningMultimodal PlanningTransportation Safety PlansResearchGraphic Design

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCollaborative MindsetIntellectual CuriosityAbility to Manage Multiple Assignments

Tools & Technologies

Presentation ToolsData Visualization ToolsGIS Software

Industry Keywords

Public-Sector GrantsFunding ProgramsStakeholder EngagementCommunity TravelAlaska Communities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support public-sector transportation, safety, mobility, multimodal, corridor, and community planning projects.
Gather, analyze, interpret, and visualize data to support infrastructure and planning decisions.
Develop maps, presentations, technical reports, grant materials, and public-facing communications.
Assist with public meetings, workshops, interviews, and stakeholder engagement activities.
Collaborate with local governments, Tribal organizations, regional partners, and state agencies.
Research public funding opportunities and support grant applications and implementation strategies.
Participate in field visits and community travel throughout Alaska.
Support project coordination, proposal development, and business growth initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in planning, Geography, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Engineering, or a closely related field.
5+ years of experience in transportation, community, regional, or infrastructure planning, ideally supporting public agencies, municipalities, Tribal organizations, or DOT-related programs.
Strong writing, communication, research, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines.
Interest in working directly with communities, stakeholders, and agency partners.
Ability to travel to communities and project sites within Alaska as needed.
Collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
Commitment to improving mobility, safety, infrastructure, and quality of life in Alaska communities.
Experience with GIS, mapping, data visualization, graphic design, or presentation tools.
Experience with transportation safety plans, corridor studies, multimodal planning, community plans, or public engagement.
Familiarity with public-sector grants, funding programs, or proposal development.
Experience working with Alaska communities, Tribal organizations, local governments, or state agencies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401K Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits