Transportation Planner Series - Operations Planning

Transportation Planner Series - Operations Planning

Title
:
Transportation Planner Series Department
:
New York City Transit Support

Authority
: OA & MTA BUS Division/Unit
:
Operations Planning

Location
: 2 Broadway, Manhattan Hours
: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Principal Transportation Planner (OA): $99,734- $132,458

Senior Transportation Planner (OA): $94,117– $119,984

Transportation Planner (OA): $82,864 - $106,715

Assistant Transportation Planner (OA): $70,857- $83,882

The position will provide recommendations to improve the transportation network, bus and subway service in boroughs of New York City by performing in-depth data collection, planning and analysis, developing service plans, work programs, and service schedules for both subways and buses, developing maps and other service communication information, and participating in public engagement efforts. The incumbent also will contribute to the efficient design, implementation, management, and evaluation of programs and projects, providing planning, analytical, and technical support.

The incumbent will engage in frequent and effective collaboration with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including other MTA agencies, operating departments, city and state agencies, consultants, and community organizations.

Responsibilities of this position may be included, but are not limited to:

• Planning, Program & Project Coordination
• Support the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of departmental projects and initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts and ensure alignment with agency goals, timelines, and compliance requirements.
• Collect, validate, and analyze operational, financial, and performance data from multiple sources.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership, operating departments, and external stakeholders.
• Design and maintain data systems, metrics, and tools that enable data-driven decision making.
• Support performance measurement, benchmarking, and process improvement initiatives across Bus and Subway divisions.
• Field & Stakeholder Engagement
• Conduct or oversee field surveys, passenger counts, and operational observations to support service planning and performance monitoring.
• Participate in interdepartmental coordination meetings, public outreach events, and workshops.
• Represent the department in meetings with other MTA divisions, public agencies, elected officials, and community groups.

A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with a major in one or more of the following: engineering, urban studies, geography, transportation science, urban planning, economics, business, public administration, political science, or related fields; and five (5) years of full-time paid experience in transportation planning, scheduling, or operations. A master’s degree in any of the fields listed for the baccalaureate degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with a major in one or more of the following: engineering, urban studies, geography, transportation science, urban planning, economics, business, public administration, political science, or related fields; and four (4) years of full-time paid experience in transportation planning, scheduling, or operations. A master’s degree in any of the fields listed for the baccalaureate degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Must possess education as stated above plus two (2) years of full-time paid experience in transportation operations planning or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

Must possess education as stated above plus one (1) year of full-time paid experience in transportation operations planning or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data clearly.
• Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, dashboarding and management tools. Fluency in Microsoft…