Bus Stop Program Coordinator

Milwaukee County Transit System • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

The Bus Stop Program Coordinator in the Enhanced Transit Division performs work related to transit infrastructure, i.e., bus stop signage, shelters/seating, and concrete walk pads. Reviews construction plans, conducts field investigations, and prepares documents for alterations to bus stops along with providing feedback to the construction team. Coordinates with Municipalities / DPW / DOT on obtaining permits and approvals for changes to bus stops. Works closely with staff in Maintenance / Buildings & Grounds, Service Development, Safety, Security, and Training, Transportation, and Marketing departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field required. Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of educational requirements.
• One (1) year of related work experience in Urban Planning, Geography, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field is required.
• Knowledge of MCTS route system and Milwaukee-area Street network.
• Knowledge of public transit and urban planning trends and best practices.
• Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable federal, state, or local regulations relating to public transportation practices.
• Skilled in software usage including spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and related software.
• Ability to read construction plans and prepare documents for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and give presentations.
• Ability to work independently and be a member of a team.
• Ability to reliably handle multiple work assignments successfully.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in a related field is desirable.
• Ability to use Adobe Suite software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field investigations and prepares work orders/documentation for changes to bus stops, shelters, and concrete walk pads.
• Fields requests for maintenance needs at bus stops/shelters and enter orders to facilitate repairs.
• Leads the internal bus stop committee and coordinates quarterly meetings and site visits with internal/external stakeholders as needed.
• Coordinates with Municipalities/DOT to obtain permits and approvals for changes to bus stops and related infrastructure. Includes preparing diagrams and drawings necessary to obtain permits.
• Coordinates with DPW and private property owners to facilitate repairs to bus stops/shelters not directly owned by MCTS.
• Maintains a database of bus stop amenities (signs, shelters, etc.) and uses databases to plan and implement distribution of assets to best serve riders and the system.
• Assists the Manager of Enhanced Transit with other tasks, as needed. Projects and tasks could include work related to street construction coordination or larger transit infrastructure project initiatives.
• Responds to requests from customers, elected officials, and other stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level