| Employer | State Smart Transportation Initiative |
|---|---|
| Location | Madison, WI |
| Type | Full time |
| Contact information | Megan Link, mlink@ssti.us |
| Apply by | May 5, 2024 |
| More details | https://ssti.us/join-our-team/ |
| Posted on | April 16, 2024 |
Description
We are seeking a Transportation Researcher to focus on policy and decision-making tools among state agencies. This is a unique opportunity to grow professionally and help shape the national landscape, from the heart of a vibrant university community. If you have a passion for sustainable and equitable transportation strategies with a background in planning, engineering, or a related field, consider applying!
About State Smart Transportation Initiative
The State Smart Transportation Initiative (SSTI) is the leading national network promoting sustainability, equity, and transparency among state transportation agencies. For more than a decade, we have worked directly with top transportation officials, agency staff, transportation experts, and other strategic partners to spread innovative best practices and support their implementation.
Why Join our Team?
This is a unique opportunity to grow professionally and help shape the national landscape, from the heart of a vibrant university community. Madison frequently ranks among the most livable and bike-friendly cities in the U.S. Because we are based at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, we offer a highly competitive benefits and retirement package. We encourage a healthy work-life balance and allow some flexibility in working remotely.
Responsibilities
Conducts transportation policy research, produces written and visual educational materials, and disseminates information through presentations, workshops, and other outlets.
Compiles and analyzes transportation data, creates data visualizations, and produces technical documents according to established policies and procedures.
Reviews draft deliverables to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency.
Coordinates with strategic partners to identify research opportunities and develop new methodologies.
Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure funding.
Supports staff on general operations (e.g., outreach, event planning, project tracking, and strategic coordination).
Education
Required
Bachelor’s Degree in planning, engineering, data science, public policy, or a related field. A BA in an unrelated field along with relevant work experience will be considered.
Preferred
Master’s Degree in planning, engineering, data science, public policy, or a related field. A MS in an unrelated field along with relevant work experience will be considered.
Qualifications:
Required
Commitment to promoting High Road and Smart Growth transportation strategies (sustainable, equitable, and transparent).
Ability to understand complex data, research, and policy concepts and communicate them in a clear and relevant manner for different audiences, including members of the public.
High degree of professionalism and the ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with researchers, staff, partners, and clients, including but not limited to leaders at state transportation agencies.
Independent problem-solving and time management skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Preferred
Experience in the transportation sector or a related public agency.
Existing relationships with transportation professionals or related organizations in the U.S.
Relevant experience in data management, statistical analysis, or modeling, particularly using GIS or R.
Experience writing grant proposals.
Demonstrated project management or strategic planning skills.