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SalaryThe Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Travel Demand Modeler. This position is responsible for performing Travel Demand and other analyses for the Multimodal Bureau. Position is responsible for developing methods and procedures to analyze and forecast transportation and other impacts; develop and model hypothetical growth scenarios; conduct and coordinate transportation planning studies; and critically review and evaluate MDT planning activities to ensure consistency with federal and state requirements. Responsible for developing methodologies and procedures to forecast future travel in urban areas; design, document, and implement area-wide Travel Demand models; manage geo-database to process large scale input and output data; incorporate urban planning principles and mathematical and statistical estimation techniques; research industry practice on advanced land use and Travel Demand models; provide expertise, guidance, and assistance to local government planning agencies in the development and implementation of local comprehensive transportation plans. The position reports to the Section Supervisor and does not directly supervise others. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer.
Required Education and Experience:
Transportation Planner 1.1 (Planner II)
BA/BS in the following areas: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Planning, Land Use Planning, Geology, Geography, Computer Information Systems, Business, Education, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Social or Physical Science, or Resource Management.
Transportation Planner 1.2 (Planner III)
BA/BS in the following areas: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Planning, Land Use Planning, Geology, Geography, Computer Information Systems, Business, Education, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Social or Physical Science, or Resource Management AND 1 year of progressively responsible experience in planning, programming analysis, data collection and analysis, research, or another appropriate field.
Transportation Planner 2.1 (Planner IV)
BA/BS in the following areas: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Planning, Land Use Planning, Geology, Geography, Computer Information Systems, Business, Education, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Social or Physical Science, or Resource Management AND 3 years of progressively responsible experience in planning, programming analysis, data collection and analysis, research, or another appropriate field.
Transportation Planner 3.0 (Planner V)
BA/BS in the following areas: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Planning, Land Use Planning, Geology, Geography, Computer Information Systems, Business, Education, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Social or Physical Science, or Resource Management AND 4 years of progressively responsible experience in planning, programming analysis, data collection and analysis, research, or another appropriate field.
Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.
- Knowledge:
o Mathematical and statistical analysis
o Computer systems, basic programming (i.e. R, Python), and/or code editing (i.e. Notepad ++)
o Theories, principles, methods, and techniques of transportation planning.
- Skills:
o Data management and analysis
o Developing and documenting processes and procedures
o Managing GIS layers and metadata
o Researching, applying, and analyzing various modeling methods
o Implementing and monitoring QA/QC procedures
- Abilities:
o Analytical and problem-solving skills
o Communication and interpersonal skills
o Independent and teamwork
o Meeting deadlines and working under pressure
- A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
- A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
