Transportation Planning Specialist

Full Timemid

Albany, NYPosted Yesterday

Role Overview

ICF International is hiring a mid-level Transportation Planning Specialist. This is a full-time role in Albany. posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Title: Transportation Planning Specialist

Location: This full-time position must reside within a one-hour commuting radius of Albany, New York for a hybrid schedule (2 days or more at an office location and the remainder work-from-home). You will also travel within the New York Capital Region for meetings and events. Events may happen during the daytime or occasional evening and/or weekend hours.

Please Note: Employment for this position is contingent upon contract-related approvals. Candidates selected for hire should anticipate a potential start date in the September–November 2026 timeframe.

Ready to make a difference?

ICF is looking for a Transportation Planning Specialist to join our Sustainable Mobility practice. We're looking for a creative problem solver with the initiative to take on complex mobility challenges and deliver practical, high-quality work.

Much of our work supports New York State projects focused on transit, shared mobility, travel demand management, and behavior change and community engagement. Project activities can include transportation planning, data analysis, research, outreach, and program evaluation. You will also have the opportunity to work with other state departments of transportation (DOTs), metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), and the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Primary Responsibilities

Support transportation planning, data analysis, and program evaluation projects.
Conduct research and develop technical reports, guidebooks, and planning documents.
Develop training / outreach materials and other products that help agencies implement programs and build capacity.
Manage stakeholder relationships and coordinate engagement activities.
Facilitate or support meetings and workshops; prepare materials that communicate technical findings to non-technical audiences.
Provide project management support, including tracking project schedules, deliverables, etc.

This position requires experience in one or more of the following areas:

Community engagement experience with stakeholders and community-based organizations.
Transportation planning and programs relating to public transportation, microtransit, and micromobility.
Hosting or supporting presentations, events, and meetings with clients or stakeholders.
Utilizing data, technological tools, training workshops, and innovative techniques to promote participation in programs.
Collaborate with a project team and clients to achieve established goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Urban and/or Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
2+ years of relevant professional experience in transportation, land use, or community-facing planning work.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with transportation planning concepts, such as multimodal planning, transit planning, active transportation, transportation demand management (TDM), or transportation systems management and operations (TSMO).
Experience supporting the launch or deployment of operational programs, products, and services that reduce single occupancy vehicle (SOV) commuting and vehicle miles of travel (VMT).
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical material to varied audiences.
Proficiency in GIS, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
Willing to learn how to use new software and digital applications.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. 

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$61,232.00 - $104,094.00

New York Remote Office (NY99)

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Where is the Transportation Planning Specialist position at ICF International located?

This position is based in Albany. ICF International has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Transportation Planning Specialist at ICF International earn?

ICF International has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Transportation Planning Specialist role at ICF International posted?

This role was posted on July 22, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.