Transportation Analyst / Trainee 1 / Trainee 2 - NY HELPS

State of New York • New York, NY

389d • $49,363 - $82,656

About The Position

The Transportation Analyst / Trainee position at the New York Metropolitan Transportation Council (NYMTC) involves supporting regional planning activities within the Technical, Administration, and/or Planning Groups. The role is designed for candidates who are part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS) and offers opportunities for both Trainee 1 and Trainee 2 levels, depending on qualifications. The position emphasizes data analysis, project management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance transportation planning and services in New York.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 qualifying semester credit hours for Trainee 1.
• A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 qualifying semester credit hours AND either one year of qualifying experience or a master's degree for Trainee 2.
• A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 24 qualifying semester credit hours AND either two years of qualifying experience or a master's degree including 24 qualifying semester credit hours and one year of qualifying experience for Transportation Analyst.

Nice To Haves

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems.

Responsibilities

• Research, collect, interpret and analyze transportation data.
• Collect and/or coordinate project data and entry into databases. Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control of data.
• Review technical deliverables.
• Prepare reports; develop, manage, and maintain databases.
• Support project solicitation and selection for competitive federal and state funding programs.
• Assist with procurement and management of consultant services.
• Maintain records and monitor programming and obligation of federal funds.
• Research requests for information from NYMTC member agencies and other parties, including the public.
• Prepare draft correspondences, documents, handouts, and brochures.
• Assist in coordinating meetings, including preparing agendas and minutes.
• Assist in developing and providing material to update NYMTC's website.
• Support public outreach activities and public meetings.
• Perform other tasks as required by NYMTC management.

Benefits

• Telecommuting allowed
• Location pay of $3,400 annually
• Full-time employment with a competitive salary range from $49,363 to $82,656 annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree