Entry Level Research Analyst Remote Jobs in Minnesota

Salary: $66,721.49 - $83,013.07 Annually
Location : Hennepin County
Job Type: Full-time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26TRNS842TF040
Department: Transportation Project Delivery
Division: Trans Planning
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Department of Transportation Project Delivery is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Planning Analyst to join our Transportation Planning team. In this role, you will support a wide range of planning activities that shape the future of our county's transportation system. The Planning Analyst will contribute to Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority (HCRRA) property management and agreement administration, as well as research, data analysis, project coordination, and the development of transportation plans and studies that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for all residents.
Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility located at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340 or 625 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415, and remote as job duties require. The typical work hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. There is no public transportation to the Public Works facility. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About the position type:
This is a full-time benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as a Planning Analyst.
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In this position, you will:

• Assist in Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority property management and agreement administration related to property owned by the Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal groups, external agencies, and the public.
• Monitor, track, and resolve encroachments.
• Prepare and monitor leases and permits, including expirations, escalations, and restoration requirements.
• Review requests for new agreements, including construction or landscape plan review.
• Inspect property for maintenance issues and encampments and track using GIS data collection technology.
• Support long-range plan updates such as the transportation plan and modal plans.
• Support initiatives and data tracking as part of the Toward Zero Deaths implementation plan.
• Research and recommend policies and procedures related to Transportation Planning and HCRRA efforts.
• Perform administrative duties including mailing, scanning, filing, and invoice processing.

Need to have:
One of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, research methods, statistics, behavioral/social science, public health, computer science/MIS, management science, or urban/city planning.
• OR
  • Related education and/or experience to total four years.

Nice to have:

• One year or more of relevant planning analyst experience.

• Experience with:
  • Agreement preparation and management.
  • Managing multiple projects and delivering results.
  • Working closely with stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure successful project completion.
  • Property management and agreement administration.
  • Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) application, SharePoint, Bluebeam Revu, and FileNet.
  • Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Pro/Adobe Sign.
  • Public processes and public infrastructure.
  • Policy analysis and preparation.
  • Reviewing and analyzing vehicles, bikes, and pedestrian crash data.
  • Preparing memorandums or report sections for transportation planning documents such as transportation plans/studies, modal plans, comprehensive plans, or similar efforts.
• Ability to visit county-owned rights-of-way and HCRRA-owned property and traverse vegetated or uneven surfaces.

About the department:
We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration, and the responsible use of resources.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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If you have any questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition division
Hennepin County Human Resources department
Submit a request at or 612-348-7855
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
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If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility located at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340 or 625 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415 and remote as job duties require. The typical work hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. There is no public transportation to the Public Works facility. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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In which of the following area(s) have you received a bachelor's degree or higher? Check all that apply.

• Behavioral/social science
• Business administration
• Computer science/management information systems (MIS)
• Management science
• Public administration
• Public health
• Research methods
• Statistics
• Urban/city planning
• Another related field
• None of the above

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Describe your education including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and degree(s)/certification(s) earned and/or Internship completed. If you have not completed a degree/certificate/courses, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have one year or more years of relevant planning analyst experience?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your relevant planning analyst experience, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have property management and agreement administration experience?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your property management and agreement administration experience, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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In which of the following programs do you have experience using? Check all that apply.

• Geographic information systems (GIS) application
• SharePoint
• Bluebeam Revu
• FileNet
• None of the above

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Do you have experience with reviewing and analyzing vehicles, bikes, and pedestrian crash data?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience reviewing and analyzing vehicles, bikes, and pedestrian crash data, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have experience preparing memorandums or report sections for transportation planning documents such as transportation plans/studies, modal plans, comprehensive plans, or similar efforts?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience preparing memorandums or report sections for transportation planning documents such as transportation plans/studies, modal plans, comprehensive plans, or similar efforts, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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