WeGo Public Transit · 15 hours ago
Transit Planning Analyst
Nashville, TN, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$58K/yr - $64K/yr
1+ years expWeGo Public Transit is focused on enhancing public transportation services. The Transit Planning Analyst will assist in collecting and analyzing transit data, developing comprehensive transit plans, and supporting the Planning Department in various research and reporting tasks.
Public TransportationService IndustryTransportation
Responsibilities
Assists in the development and maintenance of comprehensive transit plans, programs, and related studies
Performs collection, analysis and reporting of public transit data for a variety of studies and uses; research, analyzes, and interprets ridership, system performance, service evaluation, demographic, employment, development, and land use data and trends and planning guidelines that supports service development. Develops and implements recommendations; prepares written reports on various transit planning matters
Utilizes Geographic Information System (GIS) and various software applications to perform geospatial analysis using data from multiple databases and sources. Creates detailed maps and highly visual presentations, descriptively communicating to tell compelling stories for a variety of purposes in support of the Planning Department’s projects including general mapping, bus routes and stops, and demographic representations for public meetings, internal discussions and analysis. Coordinates and supports enterprise system needs
Investigates and responds promptly to service requests and opportunities for service improvements
Assists with service analysis and design, individual route analysis, and new service development
Oversees the National Transit Database (NTD) data collection process with other WeGo departments and contractors; ensures that monthly and annual NTD data submissions are done in an accurate and timely manner; works with the assigned NTD Analyst through the data verification, revision, and audit process
Assists members of the Planning team as needed with the review of development proposals impacting transit service; occasionally attends Metro Nashville’s Development Review Committee meetings, helps review applications for consistency with WeGo’s Transit Design Guidelines and policies, supports coordination with other Metro Nashville agencies and project applicants; helps make recommendations as needed
Helps update and maintain planning documents and develops recommendations for transit policies, plans and projects including close coordination with WeGo’s Engineering Department for next steps in project implementation
Conducts Title VI equity analysis related to service changes, fare changes, as well as implementation of transit capital projects. Performs transit accessibility analysis for proposed changes
Assists with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reviews for transit projects including transit centers, stations, and other related transit infrastructure; helps coordinate with the FTA’s regional office environmental specialists on NEPA documents and requirements
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with federal, state, and local government agency representatives, community groups, and members of the public
Develops written recommendations; makes oral presentations to higher level management or outside agencies; participates in public meetings and events
Assists in the development of grant applications and other funding materials
Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of passenger or public surveys and other public participation strategies, ensuring that the transit planning process is transparent, accessible, and responsive to the needs of the community
Provides support for all levels of personnel as needed
Qualification
Required
Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university majoring in geography, urban and regional planning, statistics, geographic information systems, or closely related field and one to two years' experience working with data gathering and analysis, developing reports, visual presentations, creating maps, and performing complex geospatial and other data analysis or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree and/or major coursework may be substituted for the required work experience
Knowledge of transit concepts, needs, and challenges as they relate to transit planning
Familiarity with transit software products for transit planning, scheduling, and operations, or ability to quickly learn industry specific software
Experience with Esri ArcGIS software and ability to use for transit planning and analysis as well as ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret spatial data
Experience with travel demand forecasting models and application in transit ridership forecasting and analysis is a plus
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, and database programs such as Access and Excel
Ability to generally read and interpret engineering plans and documents is helpful
Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work performed
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Possess public speaking skills
Ability to take care of customers' needs while following company procedures
Exhibit professionalism in all interactions promoting a positive company image and work ethic
Promote cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables
Problem solving and analytical skills
Must meet regular scheduled working hours including attending offsite meetings and events outside of normal business hours as needed
Maintain confidentiality
Work with minimal supervision
Preferred
Experience with travel demand forecasting models and application in transit ridership forecasting and analysis is a plus
Familiarity with WeGo transit routes is advantageous
Company
WeGo Public Transit
WeGo Public Transit is a public transportation agency based in Nashville, Tennessee.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Bland
Chief Executive Officer
Andy Burke
Chief Operating Officer
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