TransitCenter
Program Analyst position description
TransitCenter, a civic foundation committed to improving urban mobility, seeks a Program Analyst to join its New York City office. The successful candidate will be an integral member of a unique, dynamic, and growing organization and contribute research; develop and implement programs and projects related to improving transportation in cities; administer grants; and build organizational capacity.
Responsibilities
As part of a team, the Program Analyst will research issues, develop opportunities, and execute projects that promote sustainable urban mobility, with oversight from senior staff. Some projects may be executed through the use of program consultants with specialized subject matter expertise, who the Program Analyst must be qualified to oversee. A sample of work we have previously commissioned can be reviewed atwww.transitcenter.org/our-work.
An initial primary area of focus draws on a diversity of topics such as transit planning, technology, rider information, or capital project finance. While specific assignments will be shaped in part by the Program Analyst's particular background, a successful candidate will have avid interest and versatility to work on a range of other transportation-related subjects as assigned.
The Program Analyst will also share responsibility for communicating TransitCenter's initiatives through articles, blog posts, and social media.
TransitCenter's is a small but growing organization, so the Program Analyst may also be expected to play a hands-on role in operations and shoulder a portion of the organization's administrative and clerical duties as assigned.
The position is based in New York City. The salary range is $55-70,000 commensurate with experience, with a competitive benefits package.
Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
- Fundamental understanding of the principles underpinning sustainable urban mobility and an intuitive appreciation of the role that transportation plays in contributing to urban vitality. While technical knowledge of transit can be a plus, it is not a requirement, and is secondary to natural curiosity and passion for the mission.
- Keen critical thinking, with an ability to scan developments in research or case studies, make connections across disciplines, and draw hypotheses and/or rigorously-supported conclusions.
- Research capacity to build a case through solid evidence. General knowledge of common primary and secondary sources for issues related to urbanization and transportation.
- A background in the methods and practice of civic action and/or philanthropy will be considered a plus.
- Excellent writing and presentation skills and a strategic communications mindset. Because our work intends to influence public policy, design, practice, and culture, how something is communicated is nearly as important as what is being presented.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills will be useful in project implementation.
- A bachelor's or master's degree in a field related to urban planning, public policy, development, business, or economics; we strongly invite applicants with undergraduate degrees in the humanities, physical sciences or liberal arts to apply if they additionally possess a master's degree or work experience related to urban transportation.
- At least 3-5 years of professional experience in an organization related to urban planning and development, civic activism, transportation, the environment, and/or public policy.
- Technical facility with at least one of the following will be favorable: Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, social media, or web publishing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to form connections with people from diverse backgrounds, flexibility, and a sense of humor to add to the organization as it evolves.
How to apply
To apply:
Send a letter explaining your interest, a C.V., and one writing sample tocareers@transitcenter.org by 12:00 Noon (EST, GMT -5) on December 4, 2015.
TransitCenter is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Employment is on an "at-will" basis meaning both the employer and the employee can terminate the relationship at any time.