Planner - Scheduler Lanta

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Planner works at the direction of the Director of Planning and Scheduling. Responsibilities include duties required to monitor the performance and quality of LANTA Fixed Route services; develop and implement improvement plans for Fixed Route and Flex services; develop and analyze driver and rider schedules; and maintain the data system tools used by the Planning and Scheduling functions of the Authority.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Research and analysis of ridership patterns and service quality of LANTA services.
• Soliciting input from riders and community stakeholders regarding LANTA services.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of service plans and operating schedules.
• Assisting in the integration and analysis of data from various sources, including, but not limited to Automatic Passenger Counters, Automatic Vehicle Locators, fare boxes, and surveys and other technology systems used by the Authority.
• Assist with the data management of ridership statistics and bus stop amenities.
• Analyze route schedules and recommend service adjustments.
• Create driver schedules (Runcutting and Rostering).
• Monitor accuracy and integrity of collected data and pursue necessary actions to remediate identified problems.
• Draft and update service planning reports.
• Assess the locations and maintenance needs of current and potential future bus stops.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Planning and Scheduling.

The conduct of many of the duties of this position may require field work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High skill level in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Database software experience a plus.
• Strong aptitude with technology.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Detail oriented and a strong aptitude in statistics and statistical analysis.
• Ability to work well with co-workers and in cross-functional teams including members of all departments of the Authority.
• Ability to deal with the public and represent the Authority in public settings.
• Project management skills and ability to work independently.

• Bachelors Degree in Urban Studies/Planning, Economics, Statistics, Civil Engineering or related field. Experience in transportation planning a plus but not required.

LANTA is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, LANTA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. LANTA conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.