JOB SNAPSHOT
Employment TypeFull-Time
Job TypeGovernment, Strategy - Planning, Transportation
Education4 Year Degree
ExperienceAt least 2 year(s)
Manages OthersNot Specified
IndustryTransportation
Required TravelNot Specified
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary of Duties
Reporting directly to the Department Head, Long Range Planning, the Planning Analyst will serve as lead Metra representative in various station area planning studies. Perform planning activities in support of Metra's strategic planning efforts and other regional, corridor, and station planning studies of the Metra rail system including planning for major capital expansion projects. Participates in and executes elements of commuter rail planning studies. Research various proposals, initiatives, and regulatory guidelines. Perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Reporting directly to the Department Head, Long Range Planning, the Planning Analyst will serve as lead Metra representative in various station area planning studies. Perform planning activities in support of Metra's strategic planning efforts and other regional, corridor, and station planning studies of the Metra rail system including planning for major capital expansion projects. Participates in and executes elements of commuter rail planning studies. Research various proposals, initiatives, and regulatory guidelines. Perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
All employees are responsible for performing their job safely and in accordance with the safety objectives, goals and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.
Other Important Information
Company Overview
Metra is one of the largest commuter rail systems in North America and provides commuter rail service between the downtown Chicago business district and 240 stations in Northeastern Illinois over 11 routes totaling about 500 route miles. Metra operates 700 weekday trains, providing more than 300,000 passenger trips a day.
Response Information
If you are interested in applying for a position at Metra, please send your cover letter which must include the position title, your resume and salary history to:
Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
- Bachelor's degree Urban, Regional, Transportation Planning, Business Administration, Geography, Economics, Statistics, or Applied Mathematics. Master’s degree preferred.
- In addition to #1, must have two (2) years of hands-on experience with statistical, other quantitative analyses, geographic analysis, data management or travel demand forecasting. Experience should include significant project/task management.
- Experience with quantitative methods preferred.
- Must be able to read and interpret technical materials.
- Excellent analytical, verbal and written communications skills essential.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) preferred.
All employees are responsible for performing their job safely and in accordance with the safety objectives, goals and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.
Other Important Information
- Selected candidates are subject to a physical examination/drug test and background check to verify information regarding education, employment, vehicle and criminal history.
- Relocation is not available for this position.
Company Overview
Metra is one of the largest commuter rail systems in North America and provides commuter rail service between the downtown Chicago business district and 240 stations in Northeastern Illinois over 11 routes totaling about 500 route miles. Metra operates 700 weekday trains, providing more than 300,000 passenger trips a day.
Response Information
If you are interested in applying for a position at Metra, please send your cover letter which must include the position title, your resume and salary history to:
Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Metra / 547 W. Jackson Blvd. / Chicago, IL 60661