Fare Policy Modeler

WSP • Philadelphia, PA

4d • $150,000 - $250,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

WSP values experienced transportation professionals and seeks a Fare Policy Modeler to bring their expertise in fare policy, modeling, and Title VI analysis to our national fare collection and payments practice. This hybrid role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on transportation systems and advance your career within a dynamic organization committed to your professional growth. This position may be based in Philadelphia, PA; New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; or Los Angeles, CA, providing flexibility to candidates across multiple locations. Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities in this position are available. At WSP, we are motivated by our commitment to inspiring talented individuals to shape the future of transportation. Our teamwork-driven environment fosters community and growth, offering you a chance to be part of something impactful. Join us and help define the future of fare policy and transportation solutions.

Requirements

• Education : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience : 12+ Years in relevant position/industry.
• Technical Skills : Proficiency in transportation modeling software (e.g., VISUM, CUBE, TransCAD), GIS, and strong statistical analysis capabilities.
• Analytical Skills : Ability to analyze complex data, identify problems, and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Project Management : Experience managing projects, including developing scopes of work, tracking budgets, and managing consultant contracts.
• Communication : Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to a variety of audiences.
• Knowledge : Working knowledge of socioeconomic factors in transportation planning, industry best practices in fare policy, and relevant laws/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Policy Development & Analysis : Lead the development of short- and medium-term fare policies and pilots, analyzing their potential impacts on ridership, revenue, and equity to demonstrate your expertise and influence.
• Modeling & Forecasting : Utilize and maintain complex travel demand and fare models (such as TransCAD or FARES) to forecast the effects of fare changes.
• Data Management : Maintain data warehouses, develop protocols for data acquisition, and use advanced statistical methods to analyze data related to travel behavior and fare collection.
• Stakeholder Coordination : Work with internal teams (e.g., Finance, Operations, Customer Experience) and external stakeholders (partner agencies, community groups) to ensure coordinated policy design and implementation.
• Equity & Compliance : Serve as an expert on equity considerations, ensuring all fare policies and programs comply with regulations such as Title VI, and overseeing the development of reduced fare programs.
• Technology Integration : Collaborate with fare technology teams to align policy decisions with system capabilities and implement new fare collection technologies and business rules.
• Reporting & Presentation : Prepare and deliver reports and presentations to executive leadership and board of directors, communicating complex analysis and policy recommendations.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees