Junior Scheduler

PROF TRANSIT MGMT • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

The Junior Scheduler develops and maintains public transit schedules for fixed-route bus and streetcar services. The role uses industry scheduling software, analyzes service data, and collaborates with staff to support efficient and reliable transit operations. In collaboration with the Scheduling & Service Planning Manager, the Junior Scheduler creates and maintains operator-facing and public-facing schedules while ensuring compliance with union agreements and organizational policies. The position also supports route and bus stop changes, reviews draft schedules for accuracy, troubleshoots scheduling and software issues, and may assist with the full bid process. It also involves stakeholder communication, participation in internal meetings and public outreach, and other duties or special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience in transit, scheduling, or data analysis.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Additional technical training, education, coursework, or experience.
• Experience with Trapeze or other transit industry planning software.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain operator-facing and public-facing schedules for fixed-route bus and streetcar services using industry software.
• Ensure schedules comply with union agreements and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with the Transit Planner and Bus Stop Program Coordinator to support route and bus stop changes.
• Communicate scheduling deadlines to internal and external stakeholders and track task completion in coordination with the Scheduling & Service Planning Manager.
• Review and proof draft schedules to verify route and schedule changes are accurate.
• Troubleshoot scheduling and software issues as needed.
• Participate in internal meetings with Transit Operators and Union Representatives and evaluate information from those meetings.
• When needed, complete the bid process with leadership, including trip building, blocking, run-cut, and rostering.
• Participate in public outreach efforts.
• Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for employees and dependents.
• Vacation.
• Sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Retirement plan.
• Annual uniform and shoe allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED