Hrt
Sr. Transit Planner
Norfolk, VA · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$73k-$93kDetected 22 days ago
Project ManagementFinancial AnalysisExcelCustomer SupportResearchGISProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Works to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of routes and responds to and investigates citizen requests, suggestions, and complaints.
- This position is also responsible for reviewing data to modify existing service and establish new routes.
Responsibilities
- Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm.
- develops, recommends, and implements service plans and programs reflecting the goals and objectives of the TDCHR.
- This position is also responsible for leading the service change process by developing and implementing short range service plans, developing cost estimates and reports, and coordinating the plans with city officials.
- Through in-depth research and analysis, the position analyzes data and reports information and trends designed for the improvement of agencywide transit planning efforts.
- The Senior Transit Planner also supports multimodal transit service, high-capacity transit expansion activities, and improvements at the corridor level and system-wide throughout the Hampton Roads Transit service area that are and/or may become eligible for Federal Transit Administration funding or other local, state, or federal program resources.
- In coordination with federal, state, local governments, and other agencies, works collaboratively to secure guidance and approvals through the planning, analysis, design, and implementation processes.
- Develops short-range plans for implementation of new or modified routes.
- works with jurisdictional representatives in developing and implementing plans and projects consistent with departmental objectives. Performs related research, data collection and analysis.
- Supports planning and capital project activities to advance selected multimodal transit strategies and FTA New Starts/Small Starts projects through approval and funding.
- Develops and reviews NEPA and environmental documentation for corridor study efforts.
Requirements
- Must be able to pass federal government background screening process for local military installation access.
- Previous work experience in Transit or Urban Planning of at least five years is desirable
- Assists the Director of Service Planning and Scheduling with managing the development of the HRT long-range Transit Strategic Plan as required by state law.
- Assists the Director in the development of route performance standards, collection of data, and related research to develop and disseminate management reports as may be required, responsible for the analysis of route performance and recommendations for service improvements and efficiencies.
Nice to have
- Virginia Possess a valid Driver's License.
- Acquire a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days after the date of hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant's current state of residence).
- AICP certification is preferred.
Skills
- Knowledge of transit planning techniques.
- Working knowledge of transit/transportation/urban planning techniques and methodologies.
- Working knowledge of NEPA, FTA's Capital Investment Grant Program and related federal laws and regulations.
- Ability to manage time and multiple tasks effectively.
- Interpersonal skills required to effectively communicate orally and in writing, including good customer service skills.
- Ability to develop and make effective, professional presentations.
- Strong project management skills, ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects and assignments, and establish priorities.
- Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is required.
- Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications is expected.
- A working understanding of PCs including the Internet, e-mail, ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Office(including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Compensation
- $72,678 - $92,664
- Provide support and analysis for service planning and scheduling, especially the annual service plan, and new service development.
- Assist the Director in preparing the agency's annual Transportation Service Plan (TSP).
Equal opportunity
- HRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Works to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of routes and responds to and investigates citizen requests, suggestions, and complaints
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