Transportation Planner And Visitor Use Analyst

Transportation Planner and Visitor Use Analyst

About DJ&A

DJ&A is a multidisciplinary consulting firm that delivers a wide variety of professional services to clients across the nation. Specializing in Transportation Design, Survey & Mapping, Sustainability, Site Development and Utilities, Construction Inspection/Management, Geospatial Solutions, Terrestrial LiDAR, 3D Scanning, Structural Design, Project Management, Community Involvement, Right of Way, and Environmental Compliance, we perform work in some of the most beautiful locations; National Forests, National Parks and Monuments, campgrounds and other recreational facilities, and other federal lands throughout the United States. DJ&A’s unique and interesting projects create well-rounded employees, promote career development, and provide opportunities to visit and work in these beautiful locales!

Founded in 1973 by two former U.S. Forest Service employees who saw a need for a company that uniquely understood Forest Service projects, DJ&A has continued to grow and expand over the last 50 years by embracing the values of our founders. Today, we have a team of 120+ skilled professionals spanning across offices in Missoula, MT (headquarters); Bozeman, MT; Vancouver, WA; Denver, CO; Sioux Falls, SD, and Reno, NV.

Job Summary

We are seeking a full-time Transportation Planner and Visitor Use (TPVU) Analyst for our team. As a TPVU Analyst, you will conduct research and analysis activities to support multimodal transportation planning and data-driven management of transportation and Visitor Use in local municipalities, parks and protected areas, mountain resorts, and other public spaces. This work helps our clients protect the resources and the quality of peoples’ experiences in cherished landscapes and places nationwide. You are involved in all phases of our transportation and Visitor Use projects, including planning and managing field-based and other data collections; data coding, cleaning, analysis and modeling; public and stakeholder engagement; and writing reports and preparing presentations based on the results of our work. Report writing and analysis may include authorship and analysis of recreation planning projects, technical analysis, and specialist reports, and authorship of appropriate sections to support National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance requirements. Periodic travel is required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

· Conduct research analysis activities to support multimodal transportation and Visitor Use planning for local municipalities, parks and protected areas, mountain resorts, and public spaces.

· Plan and manage field-based data collections to include data coding, cleaning, analysis and modeling.

· Prepare written reports, presentations, and analysis of recreation planning projects to support NEPA compliance requirements.

· Participate in stakeholder engagement and strategy.

· Participate in all phases of our transportation and Visitor Use projects.

Required Skills and Abilities:

· Previous academic research, consulting experience, or government employment in transportation planning and Visitor Use analysis for parks, protected areas, and/or public spaces.

· Advanced proficiency in quantitative data collection, analysis, and modeling.

· Advanced proficiency in script-based statistical software programming and analysis.

· Advanced proficiency in statistical and simulation modeling of transportation planning and Visitor Use data.

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

· Proficiency in spatial data analysis and ArcGIS.

· Ability to work under tight deadlines with geographically dispersed teams.

· Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

· Independent, self-motivated, and results oriented.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in data sciences, urban and transportation planning, statistics, math, economics, natural resources, or a related field.

· Project experience with federal agencies (FHWA, NPS, USFS, NRCS, etc.) is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

· Must be able to travel to various project sites.

Salary and Benefits

· Wage commensurate with qualifications and experience.

· Medical, dental, and vision benefits (monthly medical premiums fully paid).

· Long-term disability and life insurance.

· Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with annual company contribution.

· Roth and 401(k) retirement accounts.

· Profit sharing and bonus plan.

· 9/80 work schedule.

· Paid time off and holidays.

· Professional development training.

· Friendly, supportive, knowledgeable team and culture!

Office Location

This position may be remote, partially remote, or working in one of DJ&A’s regional office locations.

DJ&A is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here and Supplemental EEO notice here.

DJ&A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,019.22 - $49,399.49 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have working in Transportation Planning and Visitor Use?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Missoula, MT 59808