Transit Data Analyst WMATA

PACO Group, Inc. (PACO) is seeking a skilled and dedicated Database Analyst to support critical infrastructure projects with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). As a Database Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in managing and maintaining essential data systems related to track and structural maintenance for WMATA's State of Good Repair (SOGR) initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise to enhance the efficiency and reliability of transit infrastructure in the Washington, DC area.

Scope of Work

The Database Analyst will support WMATA infrastructure projects by managing and maintaining critical project data systems. This role is essential for ensuring the accuracy, accessibility, and security of data related to track and structural maintenance, repairs, and State of Good Repair (SOGR) initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams to develop and maintain databases, generate reports, and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain project databases to track infrastructure maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity through regular audits, updates, and quality checks.
• Create data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to support project management and decision-making.
• Collaborate with WMATA project teams to develop data systems that align with project goals and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical support and training to project personnel on database usage and functionality.
• Analyze project data to identify trends, generate insights, and recommend process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in database management, preferably for infrastructure or transit projects.
• Proficiency in database tools such as SQL, Microsoft Access, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Familiarity with WMATA standards and regulations is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with diverse project teams and presenting data insights.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in developing dashboards and reporting tools using platforms like Power BI or Tableau.
• Knowledge of data security and compliance standards for government projects.
• Familiarity with WMATA’s State of Good Repair (SOGR) initiatives.

Benefits

401(k) and 401(k) Employer Matching
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Professional Development Assistance

PACO Group, Inc. is committed to furthering opportunities for everyone in the national construction market. The firm periodically reaffirms this commitment through an active affirmative action plan. It provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees without unlawful discrimination regarding race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, religion, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or citizenship status. As an equal opportunity employer, we have recruited, hired, promoted, and retained an ethnically and socially diverse professional staff. Our efforts to date have produced a multidisciplinary workforce - a record of diversity that extends to the highest levels of the firm's management.