RFPs & Jobs

This section has been created to convey information about job and business opportunities with the 14 MPOs in New York State. As with other pages on this site, we will do our very best to provide you with current information but we also encourage you to look at each agency's website for their up-to-the-minute postings.

RFPs

Request for Quote - Media Training

New York State Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (NYSAMPO)

Issued: November 15, 2024

Introduction

The New York State Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations (NYSAMPO) is a coalition of the fourteen Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) in New York State, which have committed to working together toward common goals, coordinating with New York State, and identifying best practices. We represent all urban areas in the state from the very large like New York City to the smaller like Elmira. Along with our partners at the state and federal levels, our work encompasses collaborative discussions on policy direction and funding among MPO directors and senior staff and knowledge building and technology transfer among staff of all experience levels through our nine standing working groups. This improves the ability of MPOs to maximize transportation's contribution to economic development and quality of life in the urban areas of New York State. More information about NYSAMPO is available at https://www.nysmpos.org/.

Scope

MPO Executive Directors and senior staff frequently interact with the media and public in the regular course of their duties. Through this RFQ, NYSAMPO is seeking media training for Directors and select senior staff members of the 14 MPOs in New York.

The training is intended to provide participants the opportunity to develop and strengthen the skills needed when working with the media during the course of their job. Training must be applicable for a range of skill levels, from participants with little experience dealing with the media to those who have experience and want to refresh their skills. It will cover, at a minimum, the following topics:

• Effectively prepare for interviews and media events various media platforms.
• How to get comfortable in front of the camera.
• Techniques and tools to help stay on track and on message during challenging situations.
• How to anticipate and respond to difficult or negative questions.
• How to use body language, voice tone, and other nonverbal cues to convey credibility.
• Organizing thoughts and developing key messages.
• Communicating complex information.
• Thinking and acting during pressure situations.
• Practical exercises that include camera training, mock interviews or press conferences, and mock on-the-spot interviews.

At minimum, the selected Contractor will be expected to provide the following services:
• Classroom format and in person delivery of instructor led training. Trainers/instructors must be subject matter experts qualified and experienced in delivery of media training to public sector employees. Resumes for all professional staff developing and delivering the training must be included in the submission.
• Training will be conducted in Syracuse, NY on either May 12 or May 15, 2025 (the NYSAMPO 2025 Conference will be held on May 13-14). The

expected duration of the training is five to six hours. The expected size of the training audience is 15-20 participants. If responders believe more

time is needed to provide the most effective training experience, sessions could take place on both days.
• Coordination with NYSAMPO members on content, training agenda development, and meeting day logistics.
• Training materials (such as agendas, presentations, and associated materials) must be made available in draft form for review and comment at least four weeks prior to the training.

NYSAMPO is interested in the respondent’s approach to the use of role-playing exercises or other means to practice and reinforce the training. NYSAMPO will retain the right to use and distribute materials as desired after the training has been completed.

Timeline

Responses are due by 5:00 PM on December 11, 2024. Responses must be provided in PDF format via email to Rich Denbow, NYSAMPO Staff Consultant, at rdenbow@camsys.com. Please reference “NYSAMPO RFQ for Media Training, [firm name]” in the subject line

Written questions can be directed via email to rdenbow@camsys.com on or before November 27, 2024. Questions received and NYSAMPO’s responses will be posted on the NYSAMPO website https://www.nysmpos.org/ at least one week prior to the submission due date.

The complete request for a quote can be found here: Request for Quote - Media Training

Jobs

TRANSPORTATION ANALYST

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Utica, New York

Job Description: The Planning & Program Management Group is responsible for a wide variety of duties and functions. The Transportation Analyst works under the supervision of a Sr. Transportation Analysis, Associate Capital Program Analyst or a Professional Engineer. The duties assigned to this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Local Projects:

Develop strong working relationships with local municipalities within the 6 county region that have received federal project awards to ensure projects are performed in accordance with the Local Federal Aid Project (LFAP).
Prepare, document, and provide follow-up for processing funding agreements and payment reimbursements between NYSDOT and Local municipalities to ensure timely execution.
Work closely with the Regional Groups: Design, Construction, Environmental, and Right of Way, and Maintenance to monitor project delivery and costs.
Prepare and present to local municipalities on federal aid eligible grant solicitations and provide technical guidance on the federal process.
Coordinate annual Local Highway Inventory (LHI) updates with municipalities.
Perform additional duties, as required and/or directed, to support transportation program and planning related functions.

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

For the complete posting, please visit:

https://statejobs.ny.gov/public/vacancyDetailsView.cfm?id=173104

JOB OPENING

ULSTER COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

ULSTER COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL (UCTC)

Ulster County, New York State

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER

($41.49/hour (Grade 18))

The Ulster County Planning Department, as host agency for the Ulster County Transportation Council (UCTC), seeks a candidate to perform professional transportation planning in one of New York State’s most dynamic and attractive regions. The UCTC seeks a self-motivated candidate with education and experience in regional transportation planning and the MPO process, with a strong focus on data and technology applications in transportation planning.

Responsibilities Include:

Communication: Maintain the UCTC website, assume responsibility for the mailing list and coordination of office communication.
GIS and Data Visualizations: Using ArcGIS Pro and Online, develop high quality maps, data dashboards, analyses, and other products in support of UCTC’s many planning initiatives and programs.
Data Management: Organize, collect, maintain, and update large datasets in coordination with state and regional agencies.
Technology: Work with both common and specialized software and data products, such as Adobe Suite, Replica, the NYS CLEAR crash data viewer, TransCAD, the National Performance Management Research Data Set (NPMRDS), Python, and other applications to perform transportation related analyses and communicate results to the public.
Community Transportation Planning Assistance: Help local municipalities and partner organizations realize their transportation planning goals by providing maps and materials, explaining transportation planning concepts, analyzing local traffic conditions, supporting grant proposals, presenting information, and attending public meetings and other events.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing the UCTC traffic count program, as well as contributing to the development of the annual Unified Planning Work Program of UCTC, the Transportation Improvement Program, the Metropolitan Transportation Plan and discrete planning projects. The work also includes an emphasis on traffic safety planning including crash analyses and research. Additional opportunities for expanding focus into transportation planning areas of interest are available. Project management, report writing, data analysis, public engagement, and working closely with elected officials and the general public are fundamental tasks in this small office.

The minimum requirements include a Master’s degree in Transportation Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Community Development, or a closely related field from an accredited university and two (2)years experience in transportation planning of a municipal and/or regional scope; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Community Development, or a closely related field from an accredited university plus four (4) years of transportation planning-related experience; OR a combination of the above. The position includes a competitive benefits package and ample opportunities for professional development. This position is covered by NYS Civil Service.

Ulster County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to apply: Interested applicants can apply by sending a statement of interest and resume to Brian Slack, bsla@co.ulster.ny.us. Please use Senior Transportation Planner Position in the subject line. Finalists will be expected to complete an electronic application through the Ulster County Civil Service Employment Portal at a later point in time.

Applications accepted through October 18, 2024 or until filled.

About Ulster County:

Ulster County – where the Catskill Mountains meet the Hudson Valley – offers a variety of historic, cultural, and outdoor recreation attractions dispersed through vibrant communities. UCTC’s office is located in the historic city of Kingston, but our work often brings us to Ulster County’s many small towns and villages.

UCTC has been integral to assisting Ulster County communities with realizing their transportation goals, including safer streets, walkable communities, progression of a world-class nonmotorized trail system, and expansion of public transit. Come join our team!