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Service Planner - Bus
Chicago Transit Authority - Chicago, IL

SALARY TARGET IS $59,000. Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than taret.

Analyzes data needed to develop, implement, and evaluate bus/rail service and equipment, and makes appropriate recommendations and plans. Conducts research to ascertain where the operating efficiency and service improvement can be attained. Evaluates major route(s) changes for Title VI and Environmental Justice implications. Administers contracted services, proposals, contract administration and reports.

Primary duties and Responsibilities

Provides analysis from a data driven approach for new initiatives and programs internally and externally including route level and system-wide studies. Reviews and analyzes data for proposed facilities, equipment and service

Prepares cost estimates, land use analysis and recommendations for service plans using Hastus scheduling software, GIS mapping software, and database/spreadsheet software. Considers Title VI and Environmental Justice implications as appropriate.

Prepares studies, written reports, funding proposals, briefings, presentations, and responses to inquiries regarding facilities, equipment and service

Reviews reports and the activities of staff members and consultants engaged in the research, analysis and planning of facilities, equipment services and routes and funding sources. Administers contracted and grant services.

Meets with Bus Service Management and Garage staff to discuss service changes and to develop a data driven approach for solutions. Meets with CTA Departments and external agencies to obtain data and implement service changes.

Attends meetings and provides communication and information regarding projects, problems, or issues both internally and externally.

Conducts fieldwork and research to gather information on various CTA facilities, operations, and service.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Policy, Urban Design, Industrial Design, Transportation Planning or a closely related discipline with academic instruction in transportation planning, operations and/or policy analysis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal physical demands