Service Planner/Scheduler II - R3635

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This position is responsible for developing and analyzing complex service alternatives, improvements and innovative projects for near-term and intermediate range service plans using traditional transit service delivery options.

Duties & Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL:

Bus/Rail Operations:
     * Participates in the review and development of long-range operation plans and major service changes.
     * Analyzes and prepares complex transit operating schedules, special event schedules and produces computerized run cuts for Bus/Rail Operator voting and to evaluate system changes and contract proposals.
     * Formulates the annual service plan and individual run board plans; identifies schedule problems categorizes by priority and develops plans for implementation of new or modified routes, or discontinuance of unproductive service.   
     * Represent the organization with representatives of public agencies, Transportation Management Organizations (TMO/TMA), and civic organizations concerning the development or modification of services.
     * Formulates draft and/or final operating schedules for new or modified transit service and develops costs of new/modified service and ensures that schedules are cost efficient, comply with appropriate service standards, and utilize appropriate interlining and other cost containment methods.   
     * Participates in Major Investment Studies (MIS) and other capital projects to analyze cost, patronage, and operations for new fixed guide way and associated bus feeder networks; providing input to fixed guide way studies to analyze cost, patronage, station design and operations. 
     * Participates in Major Investment Studies (MIS) and other capital projects to analyze cost, patronage, and operations for new fixed guide way and associated bus feeder networks; providing input to fixed guide way studies to analyze cost, patronage, station design and operations. 

OTHER:
     * All other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
     * Bachelor's degree in either transportation, geography, urban or architectural planning, engineering, civil rights, business administration, or another related field.
     * A minimum of two years of experience in transit service planning and scheduling, transit operations, transportation demand management or another related field.
     * A minimum of two years of experience in transportation planning techniques or transit operations.
     * Proficiency in manual and computerized schedule making techniques.
     * A minimum of one year of experience in run cutting techniques and methods.
     * Proficient with statistical principles and survey techniques.
     * Ability to analyze and interpret data regarding ridership, demographics, traffic surveys, maps, costs, and revenues.
     * Proficiency in transit planning and scheduling software such as Trapeze, Hastus, Remix or similar software.
     * Ability to utilize GIS software such as ArcView and ArcMap.
     * Proficiency in quality assurance methods used in schedule production.
     * Ability to exercise independent judgment in the analysis and solution of complex route and schedule problems, using logical reasoning and prudent judgment.
     * Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
     * Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to detail while meeting multiple deadlines.
     * Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and conduct presentations.

OR
     * An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Career Map:

Based on job performance and experience/education the next step on the career map for this position may be:

Senior Service Planner/Scheduler

Pay Range:
$80,082.00 - $113,115.75 Annual

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [ https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2022-12/EEO%20Policy%20Statement-%20UPDATED.pdf ]

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting.  Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience.  Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.