SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER (GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM)

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority•Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Performs senior-level technical planning, programming, or project support and performs a range of functions in an assigned organizational unit. Technical Services & Data Department: This position will perform geospatial analysis and develop maps to support transit planning, operations, and capital projects, including the use of ArcGIS Online (AGOL) tools. Responsibilities include managing and analyzing transit-related spatial data, integrating GIS with travel demand modeling, and supporting the design and analysis of on-board surveys. Proficiency in automating GIS workflows using Python or ModelBuilder, as well as producing clear, publication-quality maps and visualizations for both technical and public audiences, is highly desirable

Requirements

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:
Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Engineering (Civil, Transportation, Structural, Industrial, Mechanical, Architecture, etc.), Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Urban Design, Public Policy, Finance, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred
Three years of relevant experience in transportation planning, project management, urban design, transportation system design and research, travel simulation and demand modeling, transportation finance, operations planning, or other related area; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions preferred
Knowledge of Theories, principles, and practices of transportation, urban and regional planning, land use planning and regulations, programming, public financing techniques mobility, and/or fiscal analysis
Knowledge of Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies, funding sources, real estate leasing, mobility and development practices
Knowledge of Financial, analytical, statistical research, and mathematical processes and procedures
Knowledge of Technical research methods, analysis, and innovation
Knowledge of Best practices regarding project management and planning
Knowledge of Applicable business software applications
Knowledge of Emerging business models and opportunities to test new models of service delivery
Skill in Conducting comprehensive planning studies and projects
Skill in Identifying problems and analyzing data in pursuit of solutions and/or to test new models of service delivery
Skill in Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions
Skill in Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions
Skill in Communicating effectively orally and in writing
Skill in Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
Skill in Mediating and negotiating
Skill in Communicating project opportunities, risks, and constraints
Ability to Compile and analyze complex data
Ability to Meet tight time constraints and deadlines
Ability to Convey ideas clearly and in a timely fashion
Ability to Think and act independently
Ability to Navigate Metro's complex organizational structure
Ability to Develop and execute strategies to meet project and department goals
Ability to Be flexible, adaptable, and able to iterate as obstacles are encountered during project delivery
Ability to Develop and maintain external relationships to ensure project success
Ability to Understand, interpret, and apply theories, laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and agreements
Ability to Represent Metro before the public
Ability to Handle confidential information
Ability to Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence
Ability to Read, write, speak, and understand English

Nice To Haves

Experience utilizing GIS analysis and developing maps and dashboards (e.g., AGOL, ArcGIS Dashboards) to support transit planning and operations.
Proficiency in maintaining and analyzing spatial datasets on transit networks, ridership, service areas, and demographics.
Experience with travel demand modeling, including preparing spatial inputs, analyzing outputs, and working with key datasets (e.g., GTFS, Census data, transit surveys).
Experience analyzing large transportation datasets (big data) for modeling, analysis, and GIS-based visualizations (e.g., Power BI).
Proficiency in Python, R, GISDK, or ModelBuilder, or similar scripting tools to automate GIS and modeling workflows and ensure data quality.

Responsibilities

Supports analysis, both quantitative and qualitative, of transportation projects, programs, and policies
Prepares specific components of scopes of work, financial plans, schedules, contracts, and agreements
Schedules and coordinates meetings with Metro departments and external parties
Participates in meetings with Metro staff, community organizations, cities, and other public agencies
Assists in negotiations and execution of various agreements
Manages small, single-site or region-wide projects or funding programs; manages small consultant contracts or assists with the management of large contracts
Manages project schedules, budgets, tasks, and assigned activities
Conducts analyses and makes policy recommendations
Provides technical guidance to local jurisdictions and outside agencies on Metro programs
Assists in evaluating the costs, benefits, and risks associated with various plans, programs, and projects
Prepares and delivers reports, presentations, and correspondence
Coordinates with other Metro departments on programs and projects
Applies, develops, and implements statistical analysis procedures
May be required to perform other related job duties