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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth largest transportation system in the United States, with a vast network of fixed route services including bus, subway/elevated, trackless trolley, light rail, and commuter rail serving a 2,200 square mile service region. SEPTA has become an integral force in the economic success of the Philadelphia region, providing an efficient and reliable source of transportation.
We are seeking candidates for the position of Manager GIS (7037) - Service Planning in the Planning/Service Planning department.
Opening Date: 10/30/2023
Closing Date: 11/13/2023
Job Grade: SAM 42
Salary Range: Min: $99,996.00 - Mid: $125,008.00 - Max: $150,020.00
Limited telework may be permitted for this position in accordance with SEPTA Policy.
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
This position maintains and delivers high quality spatial data to ensure the public receives accurate information about service and SEPTA uses the information to operate safe and reliable service. The position is responsible for maintaining and improving SEPTA’s Geographic Information System (GIS); developing and analyzing SEPTA spatial information for internal and external uses; providing export files from transit service planning software to GTFS (General Transit Feed Specification) and other downstream systems; and providing easy-to-use GIS tools and transparent GIS analysis to support decision-making at all levels of SEPTA.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains SEPTA’s GIS files, including the files available on the public Open Data portal, such as bus routes, track, stations, stops, and facilities. Responds to requests for spatial information from internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepares and distribute service-related data to downstream systems, such as Automatic Passenger Counters (APC), control center software, and SEPTA and third party transit apps. Use exports, such as Trapeze Spatial Data Export (TSDE) and General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) export, to populate data and resolve issues to ensure data accuracy.
- Manages the transit stops, route traces, and patterns in Trapeze FX, SEPTA’s scheduling software. Continuously coordinate changes with Schedules and Service Planning personnel. Provides route mileage and stop information for FTA reports.
- Collaborates with SEPTA Planning, IT, Maintenance of Way (Signals), and Communications Departments to establish procedures to ensure the highest quality data in GIS files, GTFS, and GTFS-RT.
- Provides technical expertise on SEPTA projects and assist other departments to determine appropriate and efficient use of GIS software and databases.
- Provides GIS administrative support throughout SEPTA for GIS-related software purchases, licensing, installation, operation, and applied applications. Manages GIS user accounts and coordinate with IT to maintain the server.
- Manages the ArcGIS Online platform to feed mapping information throughout SEPTA.
- Processes requests for US Census demographic information at all levels of census geography for research, analysis, and mapping.
- Manages annual federal GIS planning support grant from DVRPC.
- Represents SEPTA’s GIS interests at meetings with various governmental agencies and professional GIS organizations and groups.
- Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in Geography/GIS, Computer Science/Engineering, Urban Planning, Statistics, or related field required.
- Eight (8) years experience working with GIS required.
- Experience with database design and development required.
- Experience and proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS required, including ArcMap, ArcCatalog, and ArcToolbox and extensions (Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst) required.
- Ability to apply GIS technology to analyze services and markets and communicate information to support decision-making at all levels of SEPTA required.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience with GTFS data preferred.
- Knowledge of Python – R is preferred.
- Knowledge of transit or railroad service planning preferred.
- Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification preferred.
- Experience with Remix transit planning module preferred.
- Managerial/Supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience with Trapeze Scheduling, Trapeze Bus Stop Manager, and Clever Devices software preferred.
BENEFITS
SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program for ALL employees, including:
Medical – “Minimal annual premium contribution”
Benefit plans with “No Employee annual premium contribution”:
Prescription
Dental
Vision
Additional benefits we offer:
Pension Plan / Retirement Savings
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation
SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia
Salary : $99,996 - $125,008
