Planning Analyst (SP&A) (5154)

About the role

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking a Planning Analyst (SP&A) (5154) to join our team. SEPTA is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. We are proud to be recognized as a leader in the transit industry, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Specific Responsibilities

- Supports SEPTA-led planning initiatives and transportation studies, including the Long-Range Plan, Comprehensive Bus Network Redesign, Trolley Modernization Program, and Cycle-Transit Plan. - Completes analysis, research, and data collection for station area planning efforts, focusing on multi-modal access and transit-oriented development. - Responds to departmental, public, and government agency inquiries with pertinent capital and long-range planning information. - Evaluates plans and projects of other transportation agencies and planning commissions to assess their potential impact on SEPTA’s system. - Assists with meeting coordination, planning, and policy development with Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, PennDOT, City of Philadelphia, and other city agencies, county planning commissions, and transportation management agencies. - Assists consultants in developing planning documentation. - Conducts policy research and technical analysis. - Prepares written communications, staff reports, and informational memos. - Creates maps and other graphical representations of planning analysis, principles, and findings. - Collects, analyzes, and maintains data for departmental, Authority, and external stakeholder use. - Visits various field locations. - Adheres to safety and security policies and procedures, reporting any safety concerns, compromises, or hazards.

Qualifications and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban, Regional, or Transportation Planning, Geography, Business, or Public Administration or related field required. - Proficiency in software applications for transportation analysis and communications, such as ArcGIS or related GIS software, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel required. - Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required.

Ideal Qualifications and Experience

- Previous experience and understanding of transportation, urban, and regional planning, land use planning, public outreach, and community planning preferred. - Master’s degree in Transportation Planning, City and Regional Planning, or other closely related field preferred. - Experience with or knowledge of technical research methods and analysis preferred. - Knowledge of SEPTA service area, functions, and responsibilities, regional planning activities, and techniques used in the development of general transportation plans preferred.

Benefits

- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums. - Retirement security through a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan. - Work-life balance with paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays. - Employee wellness programs and resources. - Opportunities for growth and development, including tuition reimbursement and free travel perks. - Student loan assistance through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. - Equal opportunity employer commitment to diversity and inclusion.