MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING (GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS) Join to apply for the MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING (GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS) role at Los Angeles Metro. This range is provided by Los Angeles Metro. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $104,249.60/yr - $156,374.40/yr Metro’s mission Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Description Manages and executes complex activities in an assigned organizational unit and manages assigned staff and consultants. This position will combine advanced technical expertise with proven leadership in managing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data analytics to support travel demand modeling, transit planning, operations, and capital programs. Will manage project and contracts, staff, and cross-team coordination to ensure high-quality deliverables, effective use of resources, and data-driven decision-making across the agency. Examples of Duties Conducts and manages complex planning, implementation, funding, and analytical projects and programs May manage staff, consultants, and/or projects Applies, develops, and evaluates analytical, quantitative, and statistical tools and their results Participates in analyzing, developing, and recommending program guidelines, strategies, policies, and procedures Negotiates and executes cooperative agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with various agencies Develops and negotiates scopes of work, supports the solicitation process, and participates on negotiation teams with contractors/consultants Manages vendor performance against agreed contracts to ensure completion of projects within scope, on time, and within budget for the assigned business unit Develops and monitors forecasts, impacts, and budgets for plans, programs and projects Prepares comprehensive reports, correspondence, and presentations Makes presentations to internal/external stakeholders Participates on/with special task forces, committees, panels, transportation forums, and peer groups Provides technical and policy guidance on Metro plans, programs, and projects Evaluates the costs, benefits, and risks of alternative funding plans, programs, and projects Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Minimum Qualifications May be required to perform other related job duties. Required A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Education Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Engineering (Civil, Transportation, Structural, Industrial, Mechanical, Architecture, etc.), Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Urban Design, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred Experience Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in transportation planning, project management, urban design, transportation system design and research, travel simulation and demand modeling, transportation finance, operations planning, or other related area; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment. Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Preferred Qualifications Experience managing consultant teams and contracts for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and data analytics projects, including oversight of web applications and dashboard development to support transit planning, operations, and performance monitoring. Experience leading advanced GIS analysis and developing maps and dashboards (e.g., ArcGIS Online (AGOL), ArcGIS Dashboards) to support strategic transit planning, operations, and capital programs. Experience managing, analyzing, and interpreting spatial datasets related to transit networks, ridership, service coverage, and demographics to inform data-driven planning and operational decisions. Experience leveraging large transportation datasets (“big data”) for model calibration and validation, and developing GIS-based visualizations (e.g., Power BI) to communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences. Experience utilizing Python, R, Geographic Information System Developer's Kit (GISDK), ModelBuilder, or similar tools to automate GIS and modeling workflows, integrate GIS with travel demand modeling, improve analytical efficiency, and ensure data integrity and reproducibility; familiarity with key datasets such as General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS), U.S. Census, and transit surveys. Essential Knowledge Theories, principles, and practices of transportation planning and land use, business, project management, and public administration Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies Financial, analytical, and statistical methods and procedures Budget and accounts management, forecasting, and linking to funding sources Applicable business software applications Modern management theory Skill Conducting comprehensive studies and analyses Overseeing multidisciplinary teams Supervising, training, and motivating staff Critical and analytical thinking Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes Exercising judgment and creativity in making decisions Establishing and implementing relevant policies and procedures Communicating effectively orally and in writing Communicating technical information effectively to non-technical audiences Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Mediating and negotiating Ability Manage multiple priorities and deadlines Think and act independently Represent Metro before the public Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence Negotiate consensus solutions Make financial decisions within a budget Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices. Selection Procedure Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: METRO Headquarters, Employment Office: One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012 - Open Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub: 8501 S. Evermont Place, Los Angeles, CA 90044 - Open Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center: 4501 B Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022 - Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center: 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174, Los Angeles, CA 90010 - Open Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center: Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station, 11720 Wilmington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90059 - Open Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered. Open to the public and all Metro employees #J-18808-Ljbffr