On-Call Transit Planning Scheduler

Benesch•Tampa, FL

2d•$1,000 - $20,000•Remote

About The Position

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job! On-Call Transit Scheduler We have a career opportunity for an experienced transit scheduler to join our Florida division, specifically supporting our transit planning and operations group. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience with and expertise in one or more of the primary transit fixed route scheduling platforms such as, HASTUS, Trapeze FX, Optibus, Remix, related modules and systems like Clever Devices. Experience with paratransit scheduling packages such as Trapeze Pass, GIRO, CTS, Ecolane, Trip Spark, QRyde, is also desirable. Experience with mobility-on-demand (microtransit) software-as-a-service is also another area of interest. Access to transit agency clients and previous experience in transit operational planning is desirable. Location This position will be fully remote but could be hybrid if located in Florida near Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, or Tampa. The Impact You Will Have Provide scheduling support to a variety of transit agencies on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

Previous experience performing scheduling for one or more public transit agencies
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field is not required
Understanding of transit scheduling concepts, practices, and procedures
Strong technical and analytical skills

Responsibilities

Evaluating data and adjusting transit schedules to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and equity of schedules
Using Hastus, Trapeze or other scheduling software to define routes, assign bus stops, develop blocks, develop runcuts, and create rosters in accordance with transit service standards and the collective bargaining agreement
Formulating runcutting alternatives, evaluate alternatives, and recommend preferred options
Using available technology such as Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) and Automatic Passenger Counters (APCs) to monitor schedule adherence, ridership, and other key metrics
Monitoring performance metrics to adjust schedules for efficiency and equity
Reviewing draft public schedules for errors prior to final publication
Training agency scheduling staff
Coordinating with Operations and Customer Service staff on schedule changes.
Create and/or updates documentation for internal policies, processes, and standard operating procedures

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement