Metro is seeking a Transit Analyst to assist with the development and planning of the transit network, data management and analytics, GIS mapping and other related planning activities at Metro.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Contributes to the development of Metro's corporate strategy by providing input and plans in line with the overall business objectives.
Participates in inter-departmental and inter-agency collaboration and cooperation.
Assists with monitoring, analyzing, and maintaining SORTA's Automated Passenger Counting (APC) reporting systems.
Assist in analysis, development, and implementation of all service changes.
Develops population projections, maps and financial forecasts for SORTA's plans and analyzes environmental and societal impacts.
Assist in analysis, development, and implementation of SORTA' mobility on demand services.
Assist in the improvement and development of bus stops and bus stop-related amenities.
Assist in analysis, development, and implementation of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services.
Develops maps, analyses and presentation documentation using ESRI ArcPRO GIS, Excel and other computer-based analysis and modeling tools.
Assist in the preparation of data analysis and project impact analysis grant applications for state and federal funding for grants to study or construct transportation projects.
Assist in the planning and development for SORTA's park and ride stations, transit centers and other mobility hubs and related facilities.
Assist in the planning and development for green technologies in accordance with SORTA's alternative fuel plan.
Assists with the preparation of transit strategies for inclusion in community and regional plans and programs, and conducts analysis and tasks to support corridor,
Provides coordination and outreach for SORTA's Short-Range, Long-Range and Transit Development Plans.
Monitors and investigates each route's performance and makes recommendations to improve service.
Collaborate with Operations & Maintenance and other departments on service improvement initiatives.
Assists with monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on regional developments pertaining to population, employment, retail, housing, medical and commercial-industrial activities impacting mass transportation.
Assists with developing forecasting and budget models for transit related services including passengers, fares, miles and hours.
Ability to work in compliance with Metro's safety and security policies.
Provides a positive work environment that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran.
Facilitates the development of strategies to meet or exceed organizational and department performance goals and objectives, monitor results, and recognize employee, department and organization accomplishments.
Model, facilitate and encourage exemplary internal and external customer service, open communication, collaboration, participation and professional development among staff.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
Two (2) years of experience in planning or transit planning; advanced college degree may substitute for a year.
Advanced Working knowledge of ArcGIS, word processing and Excel. Some working knowledge of Database systems (SQL, Access) and presentations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree (in Transportation, Urban Planning, Geography or related field)
