SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ANALYST PLANNER

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.

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

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.

1. 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.
2. Two years of professional-level project management experience performing data analysis and GIS in transportation planning, urban planning, or a related field.
3. 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.

• 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. 

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.

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.

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 listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs are met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative dates or times for the selection process. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• APPLICATIONS and further information can be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.