The City of Tustin is seeking applicants for the position of Senior Transportation Analyst in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Public Works/ City Engineer, this position performs advanced professional transportation planning and analysis work, oversees the planning of transportation projects, and supervises subordinate staff. Work requires creativity and resourcefulness to accomplish goals and objectives, and involves significant intera... more details
Description
The City of Tustin is seeking applicants for the position of Senior Transportation Analyst in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer, this position performs advanced professional transportation planning and analysis work, oversees the planning of transportation projects, and supervises subordinate staff. Work requires creativity and resourcefulness to accomplish goals and objectives, and involves significant interaction with other City staff, consultant/contractor personnel and other public agencies to facilitate the development and promotion of transportation projects/programs. Judgment is required both in interpreting established policies, goals and objectives, and in applying concepts, plans and strategies which may deviate from traditional methods and practices.
Selection Process:
Application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Individuals who are best qualified will be invited to participate in a panel interview. All candidates who pass the panel interview will earn placement on the eligible list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification.
Examples of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Develop and implement City transportation planning and project goals, priorities and funding strategies. Assist in developing policies, guidelines and design criteria on new projects. Review development proposals and ensure that proposals are consistent with City standards and policy direction.
Oversee transportation efforts such as Capital Improvement Program (CIP) planning, funding and grant application submittals. Negotiate, coordinate and prepare funding agreements. Coordinate with other City and agency personnel. Resolve problems and clarify City positions on regional issues.
Manage the most difficult and complex projects of the section. Monitor work in progress, review staff work products and provide technical assistance and guidance. Direct and participate in the analysis of conceptual construction proposals and development plan feasibility.
Serve as the lead for project coordination activities. Develop project needs assessments and oversee the funding application process. Provide technical assistance on major projects and resolve issues such as CIP funding shortfalls, project scheduling conflicts and delays.
Oversee the work of consultants, monitor contracts and work product related to transportation projects, and approve invoices.
Monitor, coordinate and assist in developing the assigned work unit budget, as well as project budgets and expenditures. Prepare sections of the CIP budget. Identify and recommend methods to improve service delivery.
Direct, prepare and/or present staff reports, status reports and technical advisory reports.
Develop, maintain and implement transportation model(s); participate in land use forecasting and planning.
Review and provide direction related to traffic and access studies.
Provide oversight and direction to staff and consultants preparing environmental impact reports and studies.
Represent the City in committee meetings, project development team meetings, workshops and with regional transportation agencies. Work with elected and appointed officials to represent City interests.
Develop, negotiate, and apply interagency agreements.
Respond to telephone and in-person inquiries from developers, builders, contractors, and other individuals as needed.
Supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of subordinates in the assigned work unit. Assume responsibility for recommending a variety of personnel actions in such areas as performance evaluation, training, selection and disciplinary measures. Monitor and review work in progress, providing technical assistance and guidance.
Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes:
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree in transportation planning, engineering, or a field related, and five (5) years of professional experience in transportation planning and analysis.
Licenses and/or Certificates:
Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Special Requirements:
Satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination and administrative screening. Depending on position assignment, may be required to occasionally work outside of regular work hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, and weekends) to attend meetings and work events.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related transportation
Department objectives, programs, policies, and procedures
Principles, methods, and practices of transportation planning and analysis
Basic principles, methods, and practices of municipal budgeting and finances
Research methods and statistical analysis
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
Project management practices and techniques
Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting
Standard business software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Skill to:
Operate modern office equipment including a personal computer and related software
Operate a motor vehicle safely
Ability to:
Analyze and evaluate tangible and intangible data soundly and impersonally, identify alternative solutions, and formulate reasonable and effective conclusions
Manage, direct, counsel, and motivate a group of employees
Plan, assign, coordinate, and evaluate the work of assigned staff
Interpret, explain, and apply departmental policies and procedures and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Evaluate situations, identify problems and trends, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals
Exercise sound independent judgment, decisiveness, and creativity
Plan, organize, and prioritize projects and tasks in order to meet strict deadlines and adjust to changing priorities
Prepare and maintain comprehensive records and prepare clear, concise, and complete technical reports, recommendations, and correspondence
Plan, organize, and prioritize projects and tasks in order to meet strict deadlines
Communicate ideas, concepts, and recommendations clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, external organizations, and other employees
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
The employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. An employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments.
Mental Demands:
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff and others encountered in the course of work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee works under typical office conditions and the noise level is usually quiet, below 85 decibels. Employees may be required to travel to work sites or other locations for meetings.
The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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