Title: Transportation Data Analyst/Modeler
Central Pines Regional Council (CPRC) / Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro MPO, Durham, NC
About the Position:
This position provides regional transportation planning and modeling support in a formally designated Transportation Management Area that encompasses the western part of the Research Triangle including the cities of Durham, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro. Responsible for developing, updating, and maintaining computer models and programs; developing and maintaining the MPO information including data collection; serving as project manager for technology projects; providing modeling and technical support for studies, programs, and plans; and leading intern staff work.
Education & Experience:
* A master’s degree engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, statistics, data analytics or related fields is desired. A bachelor’s degree in the same fields may be considered.
* Ability to program in Python, R or similar is necessary
Additional Preferred Skills:
• Experience in travel demand modeling and/or traffic simulation modeling. (TransCAD with GISDK or TransCAD)
• Database programming and statistics.
• Geography Information Systems (GIS).
• Traffic simulation and analysis.
Starting Salary & Benefits:
Hiring range: $60,200 – $64,000
*This position is eligible for a 5% increase after serving a 6-month probation period
How to Apply:
Send completed application package (cover letter and resume) by email to employment@centralpinesnc.gov with the subject Transportation Data Analyst. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Position is open until filled; initial review of applications begins May 1, 2024.
All employment offers will be within the stated hiring range.
Job Type: Hybrid.
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