Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Specialist II, Transportation Demand (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION #: req8698

DEPARTMENT: Transportation Planning & Eng

LOCATION: FC MOVES

BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $60,193.00 - 100,322.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $38,000.00 - 82,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 12/4/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements

• Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Job Summary

Exciting opportunity for an experienced transportation demand management (TDM) professional to lead the City of Fort Collins TDM program branded as Shift Your Ride. This position serves as the sole program administrator for Shift Your Ride, responsible for day-to-day implementation, ride matching platform administration, and ongoing program facilitation, with consultant partnerships as needed for specific projects. The ideal candidate is an engaging, forward-thinking, and collaborative individual with a passion for sustainable transportation. Additionally, the person in this position should be a self-motivated individual who is comfortable taking the initiative to manage and advance the City's TDM program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and builds on City relationships and partnerships with existing and new employers, developers, property management companies, schools and universities, hospitals, the visitor and tourism industry, and other institutions and organizations to develop sustainable commuting and trip reduction programs.
• Develops and promotes policies incentivizing sustainable modes, including local and regional transit, e-scooter and bike share, ridesharing, vanpooling, electric vehicles, and teleworking.
• Collaborates with the three program areas within FC moves - Mobility Management and Planning, Active Modes, and Education, Outreach, and Engagement to effectively integrate Transportation Demand Management related work.
• Administers the Shift Your Ride ride-matching platform, including member management, challenges, quarterly incentives, and employer subnetworks.
• Facilitates the residential and employer travel surveys.
• Attends events to promote the Shift Your Ride Program and sustainable mobility options, which may include Bike to Work Day, Open Streets, and other related events.
• Monitors legislation and policies related to TDM and provides input and recommendations as needed.
• Lends expertise and advocates for the integration of TDM into plans, processes, policies, and programs, such as the City's development review and city code processes, and the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation Improvement Program.
• Pursues and manages grants.
• Leads or supports the development and execution of communications and marketing materials, creative engagement campaigns, events, and initiatives promoting the Shift Your Ride Transportation Options Program and TDM strategies.
• Support the City's Electric Vehicle Readiness Roadmap (EVRR) by promoting EV options and programs, such as a future EV Group Buy Program.

Job Competencies

City-Wide

Value Differences: Effectively interacts and works with people of diverse identities, perspectives and cultural backgrounds.

Nimble Learning: Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and development.

Teamwork: Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with City employees, external partners and the community.

Processing Text: Reads and comprehends policies, regulations, rules and standard operating procedures.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and concisely.

Technology: Utilizes routine computer programs and systems, such as: email, word processing, spreadsheets and presentation tools.

Practitioner

Decision Making: Applies judgment in defined situations. Seeks guidance for variables.

Complexity: Analyzes options and identifies solutions.

Business Acumen: Grasps program purpose and supports efficiency.

Resource Management: Understands proper use and availability of resources.

Collaboration & Engagement: Focuses on navigating internal procedures with customers and sharing information to complete assigned tasks.

Specific Knowledge: Applies knowledge of specific subject matter and applying principles with some guidance.

Organizational Impact: Identifies efficiencies and recommends operational improvements.

Ensure Accountability: Holds responsibility for own outcomes.

Job Specific

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of transportation demand management (TDM)
• Knowledge or ability to learn City codes, systems and plans related to transportation planning and transportation demand management
• Demonstrated experience of effectively working with a wide range of internal and external partners
• Comfortable conducting meetings as well as preparing and delivering presentations to a wide variety of audiences
• Familiarity with Federal and State TDM-related programs, policies and regulations.
• Ability to occasionally attend meetings and perform other duties during evenings and weekends.
• Ability to prepare bid specifications, contract documents and manage contractual agreements. Knowledge of budget process, financial management and capital project management principles.
• Knowledge of budget process, financial management and capital project management principles.

Minimum Qualifications

Years - P2 - 6 years related experience/education in Transportation Demand Management or related program management experience with a focus on community engagement; or the combination of experience and education related to the position.

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation.

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