City of Union City · 7 hours ago
Transit Analyst I (Internal Only)
Union City, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expThe City of Union City is seeking a Transit Analyst I to support its transit programs and services. The role involves carrying out analytical and technical assignments, assisting in the planning and operations of public transit programs, and participating in various administrative activities and special projects.
EducationHigher EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Assist in the planning, operations and activities of the City’s public transit programs (fixed route, paratransit, and micro-transit). Assist in a variety of studies for the preparation, analysis, or evaluation of reports and grant requests
Learning to prepare and present comprehensive and technical, administrative, statistical and financial analytical reports that present and interpret data, identify alternatives, present and justify conclusions, make forecasts, and offer recommendations based on data summaries and other findings
Researching information by identifying, locating, and extracting relevant data and information from various sources in order to obtain sufficient, valid and reliable data for analysis and decision-making purposes
Assist in the development of regularly occurring required plans or programs such as the Short-Range Transit Plan (SRTP), Title VI and Language Assistance Plan (LAP), Transit Asses Management (TAM) Plan, and Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
Assist in the preparation of the scope of work (RFP’s, IFB’s, etc.) and other contract management related tasks such as monitoring and closeout of service and maintenance contracts, professional services, vehicle procurements, etc
Use web-based programs designed to provide information to the Computer Assisted Dispatch and Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) systems used to track vehicles and provide information to the regions 511 system
Work with other City departments, other transit agencies and other public agencies to provide adequate transit amenities, service levels, service coordination and transit or transportation mitigation measures
Researching and responding to public complaints and inquiries; participating in the design and implementation of administrative procedures
Provide minor assistance with the Public Works Department
Perform related duties, responsibilities and assist in special projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Transit and/or Transportation Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Public Administration or a related field
Completion of an internship in transportation planning, or six (6) months experience in a transportation planning environment
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
Knowledge of basic principles, practices and techniques of transit and/or transportation planning; data sources for transit and/or transportation research
Knowledge of basic Paratransit requirements
Knowledge of basic Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations
Knowledge of general Civil Rights regulations
Knowledge of funding sources for transit industry
Knowledge of industry trends and legislation pertaining to transit industry
Knowledge of building and maintaining a General Transit Feed Service (GTFS) along with its variations
Ability to assist in administering contractual agreements related to public transit systems
Ability to assist in analyzing and developing basic transit programs
Ability to assist in representing the department/division at other agency meetings, citizen groups and/or with private individuals
Ability to gather, organize and analyze statistical data
Ability to interpret, explain and apply public transit policies and procedures and regulatory requirements
Ability to utilize Microsoft Office, and similar software, create visual graphics and perform office work
Ability to participate in program administration activities
Ability to plan a trip using an internet-based program
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing to groups and individuals
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public
Ability to learn to administer ongoing departmental/divisional programs/contracts
Ability to work through direct supervision
Company
City of Union City
Our goal is to provide excellent public service and safety to everyone who lives, works, or plays in Union City.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mario Vallejo
Chief Technology Officer
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