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Planning Division Manager - MARICOPA COUNTY, AZ (Updated on 11/26/2011)
Maricopa County, AZ is inviting applications for the position of Planning Division Manager. This position exists to lead and manage the Planning Division that provides planning, programming, community and government relations, and environmental services to MCDOT, the Board of Supervisors, and Maricopa County. Please check it out at its human resources website for a complete job description.
Full Time Contractor - MTA Metro-North Railroad (Updated on 11/26/2011)
Metro North is currently hiring Conductors. The starting salary is $26.00 per hour full time 40-hours per week. This is a full time job only. You’ll receive free train transportation to most locations. The training program is a 9-12 months, which you’ll be paid for. To apply for the job, you must register on the website: http://www.mta.info/mta/employment/employment_out.html
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION - New Heavan, CT (Updated on 8/4/2011)
POSITION: DEPUTY DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION, TRAFFIC & PARKING
HOURS: 35 HOURS PER WEEK
FUNDING: GENERAL FUNDS
REVISED REMOVAL DATE: AUGUST 19, 2011
NATURE OF WORK:
This is a highly responsible professional and administrative position in the Transportation, Traffic and Parking Department of the City of New Haven. Work involves assisting the director with the day-to-day activities of the department, which includes professional, technical, customer service and operating divisions. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director and is reviewed through meetings and evaluation of results. The position requires a high level of independent judgment and creative problem-solving ability.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university, with major course work in general or transportation-specific planning, general or specific business, public administration, and no less than three (3) years of experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the aforementioned work. Requirements also including but not limited to: Thorough knowledge and competency in word processing, spreadsheet management and database development / management; Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, government finance and accounting; Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations with particular emphasis on local public administration; Demonstrated experience in record keeping and program management; Demonstrated ability to prepare and present reports (both orally and written) in clear and concise fashion.
Multiple positions - The East-West Gateway Council of Governments (Updated on 7/21/2011)
Multiple positions are available in The East-West Gateway Council of Governments (EWGCC) which are include Long-Range Transportation Plan Coordinator(Analyst III), Corridor/Multimodal Transportation Planner (PLanner II), Long-Range Transportation Plan Planner (PLanner I). Please check out the detail information at: http://www.ewgateway.org/aboutus/jobads/jobads.htm
Proposal Coordinator - San Francisco, CA (Updated on 7/6/2011)
Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates seeks a highly organized and motivated Proposal Coordinator for its San Francisco office. This is an outstanding opportunity for the right person to become involved in building Nelson\Nygaard 's practice, which is focused on multimodal transportation planning for livable communities. Nelson\Nygaard 's work emphasizes creative, innovative transit/transportation planning and community involvement, often within a wider set of goals such as economic development and reduced dependence on the private automobile. The Proposal Coordinator will work under the direct supervision of the Marketing Manager.
Responsibilities
The Proposal Coordinator has one primary function and several secondary functions.
The primary function for the Proposal Coordinator is to prepare proposal responses - Under the supervision of the Marketing Manager, the Proposal Coordinator will develop all non-scope related content; cover letters, firm introduction, references, staff cameos, and resumes. Because each proposal needs to be written to the specific topic of that RFP, the Proposal Coordinator must exhibit excellent writing and organizational skills. Proposals are typically prepared in MS Word so excellent Word skills are a requirement.
Secondary functions are:
• Material Updates - The Proposal Coordinator will assist in updating and maintaining electronic versions of resumes, quals and references using MS Word formats and InDesign
• Business Development Database - The Proposal Coordinator will assist in maintaining information in the business Development database. The database includes information on new leads, pending proposals, and project references
• Phones - The Proposal Coordinator will help the front desk occasionally with answering the phones.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a B.A./B.S. in a related field such as journalism, business, planning or marketing. At least one year of directly related experience preparing proposals for an engineering, architectural, or planning firm is necessary. The candidate must be able to demonstrate strong skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and basic skills in InDesign. Basic HTML skills with Dreamweaver experience, although not required, is a plus. Potential candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent writing skills and will be asked to complete a writing and software skills test.
Salary and Benefits
The Proposal Coordinator is a non-exempt, full -time position. The ideal candidate can expect to work 5 days (40 hours) during a typical work week. The hourly rate of pay for this position ranges from $26.00 to $36.00, depending upon experience and qualifications. Sometimes this position requires overtime. Benefits, subject to standard waiting periods, include fully paid health and dental insurance, a 401K/profit-sharing program and Paid-Time-Off (PTO).
Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, Inc. is an AAP/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please send cover letters and resumes via email, with Proposal Coordinator in the subject line, to:
Jeanne Martin - Marketing Manager
marketing@nelsonnygaard.com
For hard copies, send to:
Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates
785 Market Street, Suite 1300
San Francisco, CA 94103
Please, no phone calls.
Travel Demand Modeler - New York, NY (Updated on 6/4/2011)
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is the national leader in developing high quality, innovative solutions to the transportation industry.
We are seeking a Travel Demand Modeler for our NYC office. Responsibilities include developing model input data and estimating parameters, analyzing travel surveys, conducting validation of travel demand models, executing model runs and evaluating results, preparing technical documentation, researching new modeling techniques, testing software enhancements, managing projects and task orders, and providing ad-hoc agency support. This position will also offer opportunities for business development.
Qualifications: Master's degree in either Urban and Regional Planning or Transportation Engineering; 5+ years of experience in hands-on development and application of travel demand models; proficient with Cube and TransCAD software; excellent written and verbal communication skills; familiarity with travel demand models used in NY and the Northeast, as well as experience with task/project management are also desirable.
Qualified candidates should send resume to resume@camsys.com and reference job code TDF000246.
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Senior Transportation Planning/Policy Project Manager – Chicago, IL (Updated on 6/4/2011)
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is the national leader in developing high quality, innovative solutions to the transportation industry.
We are seeking a transportation professional with proven transportation planning project management, business development, and project staff management skills for our Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and rapidly growing national team of planners, engineers, and economists recognized for innovative work in transportation planning and policy analysis. If selected, individual will work with CS professionals to address transportation challenges faced by Federal, state, and local governments by creating and implementing business development strategies, managing complex client projects, and conducting leading-edge transportation research and analysis.
Qualifications: Master’s degree in transportation planning, economics, public policy, or a related field, minimum of 10 years of professional experience, proven business development, project management, technical, and client-service skills, attention to detail and accuracy, self-motivation and problem-solving skills, strong quantitative and interpretive abilities, as well as proven written and oral communication.
Qualified candidates should send resume to resume@camsys.com and reference job code TDF000246.
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Senior Transportation Planning/Policy Project Manager – Washington, DC (Updated on 6/4/2011)
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is the national leader in developing high quality, innovative solutions to the transportation industry.
We are seeking professionals with proven transportation planning project management and business development skills to work in our DC offices. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and rapidly growing national team of planners, engineers, and economists recognized for innovative work in transportation planning and policy analysis. If selected, you will work with CS professionals around the country to address transportation challenges faced by federal, state and local governments by creating and implementing business development strategies, managing complex client projects, and conducting leading edge transportation research and analysis.
Qualifications: Qualifications for this position include a master's degree in transportation planning or a related field, a minimum of 10 years of professional experience, and proven business development, project management, technical and client service skills.
Qualified candidates should send resume to resume@camsys.com and reference job code TDF000246.
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Transportation Analyst – Oakland, CA (Updated on 6/4/2011)
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is the national leader in developing high quality, innovative solutions to the transportation industry.
We are seeking a Transportation Analyst with 0-2 years of experience for transportation planning and policy work with clients throughout the Western United States. The Transportation Analyst will work in our Oakland office under the general supervision of a Project Manager on assignments such as statewide and regional planning, multimodal corridor studies, financial and economic analysis, goods movement, environmental analysis, and others. The position provides the opportunity for direct client interaction, and the potential for rapid merit-based advancement. Candidates must work well as part of a project team, pay attention to detail and accuracy, exhibit self-motivation and problem-solving skills, and possess strong quantitative and interpretive abilities. Experience with data analysis software (e.g., Excel, SAS, SPSS, etc.), GIS, travel demand models, or other transportation and economic impact software is a plus.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Planning, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field; Master’s degree is preferred; evidence of strong oral and written communications skills; proven experience with spreadsheet/database management and usage.
Qualified candidates should send resume to resume@camsys.com and reference job code TDF000246.
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Senior Transportation Planning Manager– Los Angeles, CA (Updated on 6/4/2011)
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is the national leader in developing high quality, innovative solutions to the transportation industry.
Great career opportunity for a professional transportation planner with proven project management and business development skills to step into a leadership position and make their mark on transportation planning in Southern California. Join a nationally-recognized firm and a growing team of planners, engineers, and economists acclaimed for innovative work in transportation planning and policy analysis. Successful candidate will report directly to national Transportation Planning business manager and work with CS professionals in California and across the country to develop creative solutions to transportation challenges faced by government agencies, transit authorities, ports, and similar clients. Will be tasked with creating and implementing business development strategies, managing client relations, and conducting leading-edge transportation research and analysis for clients in Southern California and beyond.
Qualifications: Master’s degree in Transportation Planning or a related field; minimum of 10 years of professional experience; proven business development, project management, technical, and client service skills. Experience in sustainable community strategies, public transportation, and/or climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies highly desired.
Qualified candidates should send resume to resume@camsys.com and reference job code TDF000246.
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Travel Demand Modeler- Chicago IL (Updated on 6/4/2011)
Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is the national leader in developing high quality, innovative solutions to the transportation industry.
We are seeking a Travel Demand Modeler for our rapidly growing Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a growing team of transportation professionals to provide analytical support on a broad variety of travel demand forecasting and transportation planning projects. Strong analytical skills are required to support travel demand model development and application (traditional and activity-based models), market research, statistical analysis, and network development.
Qualifications: Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering, Planning, or other related field; analytical thinking and quantitative skills, strong oral and written communication skills, experience in SAS or SPSS, experience working with transportation planning software experience in SAS or SPSS, and programming experience is a plus.
Qualified candidates should send resume to resume@camsys.com and reference job code TDF000246.
Equal Employment Opportunity.
Senior Business Analyst - New York City Metropolitan Transportation Authority(Updated on 5/21/2011)
Application Deadline
June 1st, 2011
Compensation
Grade F Min: $64,786 / Mid: $80,982 / Max: $97,179
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MTA Metro-North Railroad, an organization with a vital role in the economy of New York State and Connecticut, is a subsidiary agency of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), the largest transportation authority in the United States. Metro-North is a dynamic organization with a strong focus on customer service, safety, new technologies, and service expansion. With a staff of approximately 5,900 people, Metro-North serves more than one million customers per week over 384 miles of rail that link historic Grand Central Terminal (GCT) in New York City and 120 stations in New York State and Connecticut. Metro-North rewards employee resourcefulness, encourages innovation and offers excellent job opportunities in a challenging and diverse environment.
Position Objective
This position is responsible to conduct accurate and effective statistical and quantitative analyses in a time-sensitive manner; act as ER&D's technical liaison with HRIS, IT, HCIC, HRRC and other departments as well as other member agencies; and support all other department functions as needed, including ER&D investigations, various initiatives, outreach and training.
Responsibilities
Develop, execute and analyze the following scheduled reports in a time-sensitive manner: annual Affirmative Action Plan, annual and triennial Title VI service provision equity analysis, annual statistical Sexual Harassment survey to Governor's Office, quarterly MTA Board Diversity Committee analysis, annual MTA Board MNR Committee report, quarterly updates to CLT on Corporate goal attainment and departmental trends, Human Capital Index.
Maintain, monitor and report from Employee Relations and Diversity database to analyze trends and patterns of internal and external complaints by type, department and organizational level. Act as technical liaison with HRIS, IT, HCIC, HRRC and other departments as well as other member agencies by attending meetings, providing reports and other data, as needed. Conduct diversity training classes.
Interact with Training department and analyze data extracted from Training Server database to track employees requiring and receiving mandated and other relevant training programs. Track compliance with state, federal, judicial and corporate training mandates.
Provide additional statistical/compliance consulting support to the Employee Relations and Diversity department as required.
Investigate and resolve allegations of discrimination, violations of Metro-North Railroad and statutory EEO protection including Title VI and VII.
Provide support to ER&D Department for the successful completion of all initiatives and goals as needed.
Ability to determine and recommend most effective methodology, software and other tools to achieve goals and meet timelines.
Required Qualifications
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to work independently without close supervision.
Extensive knowledge and experience using Excel, Access or equivalent data management system software, Power Point, MS Word and/or other similar applications and mainframe programming languages.
Extensive working knowledge and experience using Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software used for Title VI reporting.
Excellent written and verbal presentation and communications skills.
Superior interpersonal skills.
Strong project management skills with strict adherence to deadlines.
Ability to maintain and protect confidentiality.
Knowledge of Federal and State statutes and regulations governing EEO/AA and other relevant programs.
Ability to deliver training in classroom and field locations.
Ability to mediate and resolve conflicts.
High degree of flexibility and adaptability to changing deadlines and time-sensitive requests.
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Business Management, Human Resources Management, Public Administration or a related field.
Minimum of five (5) years related experience performing statistical analyses on desktop and/or mainframe platforms with experience with related functions.
Minimum of three years (3) years experience managing related projects.
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Business Management, Human Resource Management, Public Administration or a related field is strongly desired.
Selection Criteria
To be selected for a position, an applicant must: (1) meet the minimum requirements in the job posting, (2) pass a written examination (if applicable), (3) satisfy a background investigation (which includes credit, if applicable), and (4) pass an oral interview, during which the interviewers will further evaluate the applicant's qualifications for the position. Because the selection process is competitive, not all qualified applicants are granted an interview. Metro-North may also require the applicant to undergo a physical ability test, and, if the Company extends a conditional offer, may require him or her to undergo a medical examination, which may include toxicological testing.
For applicants who are current employees, you must be in active service and have worked in your present position for at least one year to be eligible to apply for a posted position. In addition, Metro-North employees are also subjected to an internal investigation, which includes an evaluation of their safety and discipline records, their performance assessments, and of their time and attendance records (including early quits and late starts) for the preceding 30 months. During the 30 month review period, the maximum number of occurrences allowed is 15, and the maximum number of patterns allowed is 8. (An "occurrence" is any absence or consecutive absences of four or more hours, and a "pattern" is an absence preceding or following rest days, holidays, vacation days, etc.) For employees with fewer than 30 months of service, the entire period of their employment is reviewed, and the maximum allowable number of incidents is pro-rated. Absences excused in accordance with Company Operating Procedures are not included for purposes of assessing whether attendance is satisfactory. If occurrences and/or patterns exceed the maximums allowed, the employee's attendance is deemed unsatisfactory, and he or she is disqualified from further consideration, even if he or she has not been previously warned about his/her attendance.
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
How To Apply
Apply online
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