Route Analyst

Position Summary

Perform professional and technical planning work required for developing, analyzing and maintaining statistical data utilized for service tracking, forecasting and reporting; perform customized geographic analysis and design in support of assigned department; provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to higher level supervisory or management staff.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification.

Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

* Using computer technology, perform quantitative and statistical analysis of route system development and operational performance, including costs, revenues, contractual requirements, and other factors.

* Develop and maintain route schedules, route timetables and/or employee work schedules utilizing complex computer program software.

* Develop, design and display geographic data in the form of reports and customized maps for use in service area.

* Analyze, design, evaluate, implement, and maintain route schedules that are efficient and effective in providing service to the public.

* Keep abreast of contractual union requirements and agreements for scheduling compliance; may be required to collaborate with the union and/or appropriate staff to ensure compliance.

* Perform data research and analysis, including costs revenue and needs projection studies related to service area.

* May participate in the development and implementation of departmental goals, policies, and procedures.

* Provide staff assistance to higher level supervisory or management staff; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports, documents, briefs and presentation materials as appropriate and necessary.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

* Attend and participate in professional group meetings, stay abreast of new trends and innovations in service area.

* Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education , Experience And Additional Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science, information systems, geography, planning, geographical information systems (GIS) or related field; and

Four (4) years of professional route planning and analysis experience utilizing geographical information systems (GIS).

Experience using ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute) GIS software preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition for sitting for prolonged periods of time; may be subject to irregular hours and routine community and evening meetings.