Senior Transit Planner (Senior Analyst)
Senior Transit Planner (Senior Analyst)
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- Senior Transit Planner (Senior Analyst)
As a Senior Transit Planner you will play a critical role in supporting the planning coordination and evaluation of regional transportation programs and services. Working as part of the Transit Services Division youll help guide decisions that enhance transit operations and improve rider experience across our city. In this position youll lead data analysis efforts manage service change processes and contribute to strategic transit initiatives that drive operational excellence and align with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in transit operations and planning demonstrates excellent communication and analytical skills and thrives in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.
This is a special at-will position funded by an FTA grant received by Transit annually.Benefits Offered:- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- PERA Retirement
- Paid Time Off: Vacation Sick and Holidays
- Employee Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
- Wellness Programs Fitness Classes and Gym Discounts
- Medical Management Programs
- Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Long Term Care
- HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and
This Job Includes:- Operational Planning & Service Evaluation
- Perform a variety of operational planning and analytical duties in support of the Transit Services Division.
- Analyze performance data and budgetary impacts to inform future service planning and operational improvements.
- Prepare in-depth reports and analyses that consider operational capital and budgetary constraints.
- Research and recommend transit service enhancements based on data trends and community needs.
- Oversee the Divisions Service Change Processdevelop recommend and implement approved changes.
- Evaluate transit service delivery and lead implementation of strategies for improved efficiency and rider satisfaction.
- Data Quality & Compliance
- Ensure data accuracy in internal and external reports; lead data quality improvement efforts across the division.
- Ensure all work is compliant with federal state and local laws codes and regulations.
- Conduct research and present findings to support planning decisions and policy recommendations.
- Maintain awareness of industry innovations and legislative changes to inform division practices.
- Project Oversight & Staff Collaboration
- Provide oversight and coordination for planning-related projects including those involving outside consultants or contractors.
- Provide training and direction to assigned staff; support employee development and address performance deficiencies.
- Participate in the development of policies procedures and division goals; identify challenges and recommend strategic solutions.
- Complete technical writing reports and represent the Transit Services Division at internal and external meetings stakeholder briefings and committee presentations.
Relevant Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge Of:- Transit operations systems and funding mechanisms
- Principles and practices of urban and transportation planning
- Federal state and local transportation regulations
- Service performance evaluation techniques and planning methodologies
- Analyze and interpret data to make informed recommendations
- Write clear and concise technical reports and presentations
- Effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects
- Communicate complex ideas clearly both orally and in writing
- Build and maintain productive working relationships
- Learn and apply complex software systems (e.g. transit scheduling or GIS tools)
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning transportation planning public administration or a related area of study
- Five years of full-time professional experience in transportation planning urban planning or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not requiredbut they are considered desirable.Ifyou possess any ofthe preferred qualifications please include specific details inyour application.This information may beused to identify a top group of applicants.
- Experience using Trapeze or other transit planning software experience
- Geographic Information System (GIS) experience
Additional Information
Please contact Jeffrey Plunkett at for any questions about this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.
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