TRANSPORTATION PLANNER (FINANCE) - Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Los Angeles, CA
About the Job
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Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.
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Description
- *** The first 150 applicants will be guaranteed first consideration for this position. Additional applicants may be considered based on need. ***
Performs a wide range of journey-level planning or technical assistance in assigned organizational unit. The Transportation Planner will support financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities within the Office of Management and Budget at Los Angeles at Los Angeles Metro. This role will focus on enhancing agency-wide decision-making and operational efficiency through data-driven insights, equity considerations, and strategic resource allocation. -
Examples of Duties
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- Researches, analyzes, and applies standard research methods in assigned projects or programs
- Assists in the coordination, development, and implementation of Metro programs, projects, or policies
- Prepares or assists in the preparation of specific components of scopes of work, financial plans, schedules, contracts, and agreements
- Supports the acquisition process and administration of contracts from the end-user/business unit perspective
- Develops, conducts, and evaluates studies, projections, and plans
- Assists in reviewing programs, projects, and proposals to determine compliance with appropriate laws, rules and regulations
- Assists in evaluating the costs, benefits, and risks associated with various plans, programs, and projects
- Participates in meetings with internal and external stakeholders
- Assists local jurisdictions and outside agencies relative to Metro programs and projects
- Coordinates with other Metro departments and programs
- Applies appropriate computer software applications and database systems to complete assigned projects
- Prepares data visualizations, reports, letters, and responses to inquiries
- Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
May be required to perform other related job duties
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Minimum Qualifications
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A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:
Education- Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, Engineering (Civil, Transportation, Structural, Industrial, Mechanical, Architecture, etc.), Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Urban Design, Public Policy, Finance, or a related field
Experience
- One year of relevant experience in transportation, planning, project management, urban design, transportation system design and research, travel simulation and demand modeling, transportation finance, operations planning, or other related area and/or completion of a related project while obtaining a Master's Degree in Urban Planning or a related field
Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements
- A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.
The following are the preferred qualifications:- Experience demonstrating proficiency in business intelligence software (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) to create data visualizations and reports for financial analysis and transportation decision-making.
- Experience managing intranet platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Microsoft Teams) to improve information sharing and document management within finance departments.
- Experience applying knowledge of public sector budgeting processes and outreach programs to support financial planning and community engagement in transportation projects.
- Experience supporting capital and annual budget processes from an equity lens, ensuring fair resource allocation across diverse communities in transportation planning.
- Experience providing testing, training, and support for Oracle based financial systems and processes used in transportation planning and budgeting.
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Essential Knowledge
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Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)
- Theories, principles and practices of transportation, including land use planning and regulations, mobility, and/or public finance
- Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies, funding sources, real estate leasing, mobility, and development practices
- Basic methods of research, analysis, and innovation
- Financial, analytical, statistical research, and mathematical processes and procedures
- Applicable business software applications
- Emerging business models and opportunities to test new models of service delivery
Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)- Conducting planning studies and projects
- Using financial, analytical, and statistical research methods
- Preparing reports and correspondence
- Analyzing situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions
- Communicating effectively orally and in writing to public or private groups
- Interacting professionally with internal/external stakeholders
- Mediating and negotiating issues
- Identifying and evaluating opportunities to test new models of service delivery
Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)- Manage local and shared data files
- Meet tight time constraints and deadlines
- Work independently in a highly structured environment
- Navigate Metro's complex organizational structure
- Compile and analyze data
- Develop and maintain external relationships to ensure project success
- Be flexible, nimble, and able to iterate as obstacles are encountered during project delivery
- Be simultaneously detail-oriented while understanding the greater vision of the project to be delivered
- Communicate clearly, reliably, and knowledgeably on department priorities
- Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and agreements
- Read, write, speak, and understand English
Special Conditions: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions- Typical office situation
- Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen
Physical Effort Required- Sitting at a desk or table
- Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
- Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
- Communicating through speech in the English language required
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Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
Selection Procedure
Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure
To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:
METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.*Open to the public and all Metro employees
This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
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*Please refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)*
BENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEESBenefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrs/week) employees of Metro.
We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums.
Medical/Dental/Vision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.
Group Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.
Long-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.
Holidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Time off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.
Years of Service Annual Accrual
Hire date - 5 years 20 days
Beginning of 6th - 10th year 25 days
Beginning of 11th - 15th year 30 days
Beginning of 16th + years 35 days
Pension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.
Other Benefits: Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay.
BENEFITS FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEESTemporary (Contingent) employees are eligible for the following benefits only:
- Kaiser medical insurance
- Public Pension Plan
- 457/401K Plan
- Flex Spending
- Paid Sick Time
- Fare Media
- Rideshare Subsidies
- Metro One Fitness membership
- 01Please acknowledge that the following responses will be used to supplement and expand on the Work Experience section of your application. It is important to provide detailed answers and do not refer to or rely on a resume or other documentation as we will not review resumes to determine qualifications. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as accurate as possible. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
- Yes, I agree and understand my resume will not be reviewed
02Please select the highest level of education you have completed.- I do not have education equivalent to grade 12
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree from an accredited college or university
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university
- PhD from an accredited college or university
03Please select the number of years of relevant experience you have in transportation, planning, project management, urban design, transportation system design and research, travel simulation and demand modeling, transportation finance, operations planning, or other related area.- No relevant experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but fewer than 3 years
- 3 years or more, but fewer than 7 years
- 7 or more years
04Are you a current Metro employee?- Yes
- No
05Do you have relevant experience in demonstrating proficiency in business intelligence software (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to create data visualizations and reports for financial analysis and transportation planning decision-making?- Yes
- No
06If you indicated having relevant experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."07Do you have relevant experience in managing intranet platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft Teams) to improve information sharing and document management within finance departments?- Yes
- No
08If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."09Do you have relevant experience in applying knowledge of public sector budgeting processes and outreach programs to support financial planning and community engagement in transportation projects?- Yes
- No
10If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."11Do you have relevant experience in supporting capital and annual budget processes from an equity lens, ensuring fair resource allocation across diverse communities in transportation planning?- Yes
- No
12If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."13Do you have relevant experience in providing testing, training, and support for Oracle based financial systems and processes used in transportation planning and budgeting?- Yes
- No
14If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."Required Question