Senior Transportation Analyst Planner

Job Description

Introduction

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a workforce
dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you are
passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please
consider the following opportunity.

Purpose

The Senior Transportation Analyst Planner leads advanced analytics,
modeling, mapping, and performance initiatives to support data-driven
transportation planning, policy development, and evaluation.

Essential Functions

Project Management and Staff Oversight

Serve as technical lead for data and analytics for transportation
studies and corridor projects.
Coordinate data amongst various DPW sections and units, and
other departments to support data-driven project development.
Provide technical oversight of analytical work.
Assist in the preparation of grant applications and required
state/federal performance reporting.
Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and presentations for
leadership and the Common Council.
Translate complex analytical findings into clear and
actionable recommendations.
Provide staff oversight and technical guidance in
transportation planning, data analysis, GIS, and performance activities.
Guide analytical methodologies, performance measures, data
visualization, and transportation planning principles.
Promote collaboration, accountability, effective
communication, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the work
unit and across departmental divisions.
Oversee and monitor project progress, and ensure timely
completion of assignments consistent with departmental goals and objectives.

GIS Mapping and Analysis

Lead GIS mapping activities, including creating high-quality
public-facing maps and conducting analyses to support planning and design
projects.
Oversee and maintain inventory of various DPW infrastructure
assets in GIS.
Provide inputs and analyses for Capital Improvement Planning
(CIP) and maintenance initiatives.
Integrate and maintain files, records, and plans of
infrastructure and utility work completed within the right-of-way into GIS.
Develop protocols and mapping tools to assist in project
scheduling and permitting.
Develop mapping governance procedures and policies.

Data System and Performance

Develop and maintain transportation performance measures
consistent with local, state and federal requirements.
Oversee data collection and analysis for before-and-after
studies to measure project effectiveness.
Conduct data analysis to support comprehensive and strategic
planning efforts, including identifying appropriate data sources, analyzing
data, presenting findings, and making recommendations based on findings.
Manage various data collection technologies related to
multimodal safety and performance, such as video, radar, Light Detection and
Ranging (LiDAR), and crowdsourced mobility analytics data.
Build and apply forecasting models and scenario analyses to
support programming and long-range planning.
Perform safety evaluations, including high-injury network
identification and systemic risk analysis.
Establish protocols for data collection, validation,
integration, and reporting.
Design and maintain dashboards and visual reporting tools
for executive and public use.
Recommend improvements to data systems, automation, and
analytical processes.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the
hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
of 2008.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, geographic
information systems (GIS), statistics, data science/analytics or a closely related
field from an accredited college or university.
Two years of professional-level project management experience
performing data analysis and GIS in transportation planning, urban planning, or
a related field.
Ability to travel independently around the City of Milwaukee
by public transportation, walking, biking, or driving.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be
considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates'
education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any
job offers.

Desirable Qualifications

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
Certification.
Master's degree in urban planning, geography, geographic
information systems (GIS), statistics, data science/analytics or a closely
related field from an accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical

Knowledge of urban planning theories, principles, and
techniques.
Knowledge of transportation planning and traffic engineering
principles, including multimodal systems, traffic operations, and crash data
analysis.
Knowledge of mathematical and statistical concepts,
including forecasting, predictive modeling, scenario analysis, and travel
demand modeling.
Proficiency in GIS, spatial analysis, advanced mapping
applications, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of data collection, integration, management best
practices, and performance measurement frameworks, including metrics related to
safety, equity, mobility, climate, and asset management.
Ability to conduct complex, high-volume statistical and
geospatial analyses; integrate multiple datasets for cross-modal and department-wide
applications; and synthesize findings into clear, data-driven recommendations.
Knowledge of public-sector transportation policies,
regulatory requirements, and compliance standards related to transportation
planning, including guides from the National Association of City Transportation
Officials (NACTO), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and local and
state ordinances.
Strong project management and organizational skills to
prioritize work, manage multiple initiatives, and deliver high-quality
analytical products efficiently.
Ability to evaluate program and project effectiveness and
identify opportunities to modernize and streamline data collection and
reporting processes.

Project Management/Oversight

Knowledge of team leadership principles and best practices.
Ability to assign and direct work and to assess performance
toward project goals and deadlines.
Ability to contribute positively to an environment of
inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully, are valued for their strengths,
and feel that they can safely express themselves.

Communication and Interpersonal

Verbal communication skills to explain complex technical
information clearly.
Written and graphic communication skills to produce clear,
concise, and user-friendly documentation, technical specifications, reports,
and business correspondence.
Ability to present complex findings to non-technical staff
and audiences.
Ability to summarize and synthesize technical information
for strategic decision-making.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with
others, including colleagues, elected officials, representatives of outside
agencies, and the public.
Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with
co-workers and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.

Critical Thinking, Planning and Professionalism

Critical thinking skills, including analytical and
problem-solving abilities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment on planning matters and
work tasks.
Organizational skills to plan, prioritize, delegate and
accomplish work to meet deadlines and adjust priorities.
Time management, project management, and strategic planning
skills.
Ability to control large volumes of detail-oriented work and
maintain records accurately.
Ability to carry out complex assignments with a high degree
of independence.
Commitment to ongoing professional development to stay
current with advances in transportation engineering and planning.
Ability to represent the department ethically, honestly, and
responsibly, including maintaining confidentiality.
Ability to use City resources responsibly and exercise sound
judgment in operations and strategic decisions.
Honesty and integrity to meet professional standards for
handling confidential information and sensitive issues.

Current Salary

The current salary range (Pay Range 2MN) is $94,758-$115,501
annually, and the current resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee
Residents is $98,548-$120,121 annually. Appointment above the minimum is
possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject
to approval.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit
program that includes the following:

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension
Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Wellness Program
Onsite Clinic Services
Onsite Employee Assistance Program
Alternative Work Schedules
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Tuition Benefits
Paid Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
Flexible Spending Arrangement
Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of
Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefit.

Selection Process

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist
of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or
responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test; a
structured interview; or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee
Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to
structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may
include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be
determined by further analysis of the job.
INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as
soon as practical after the deadline liste

Requirements

requirements.
Oversee data collection and analysis for before-and-after
studies to measure project effectiveness.
Conduct data analysis to support comprehensive and strategic
planning efforts, including identifying appropriate data sources, analyzing
data, presenting findings, and making recommendations based on findings.
Manage various data collection technologies related to
multimodal safety and performance, such as video, radar, Light Detection and
Ranging (LiDAR), and crowdsourced mobility analytics data.
Build and apply forecasting models and scenario analyses to
support programming and long-range planning.
Perform safety evaluations, including high-injury network
identification and systemic risk analysis.
Establish protocols for data collection, validation,
integration, and reporting.
Design and maintain dashboards and visual reporting tools
for executive and public use.
Recommend improvements to data systems, automation, and
analytical processes.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are
interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the
hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)
of 2008.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, geographic
information systems (GIS), statistics, data science/analytics or a closely related
field from an accredited college or university.
Two years of professional-level project management experience
performing data analysis and GIS in transportation planning, urban planning, or
a related field.
Ability to travel independently around the City of Milwaukee
by public transportation, walking, biking, or driving.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be
considered.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts
to your employment