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Central Ohio Transit Authority

Planner II

Columbus, OH · On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading route analyses, service design, technical studies, and interdepartmental coordination. This role serves ...

Central Ohio Transit Authority

Planner II

Columbus, OH · On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading route analyses, service design, technical studies, and interdepartmental coordination. This role serves ...

Central Ohio Transit Authority

Planner II

Columbus, OH · On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading route analyses, service design, technical studies, and interdepartmental coordination. This role serves ...

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Planner II

Central Ohio Transit Authority

Columbus, OH • On-site

$74K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Central Ohio Transit Authority rating

9.5

Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 852 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

SALARY: $74,027.20 - $87,089.60LOCATION: 33 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43215BENEFITS:Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental and Life InsurancePaid Parental LeaveEmployee DiscountsCOTA Bus PassWellness InitiativesOn-Site Chair MassageOn-Site Health CoachTuition ReimbursementStudent Loan Repayment ProgramPublic Pension through OPERS & Ohio Deferred CompensationPOSITION SUMMARY:COTA's Planner II performs advanced professional transit planning work by independently leading route analyses, service design, technical studies, and interdepartmental coordination. This role serves as a subject matter expert in data analysis, GIS, and operational feasibility, and supports the development of system-wide planning initiatives, including corridor studies, Title VI analyses, and service standards.Performs duties that advance COTA's Strategic Plan and reflect the organization's core values of safety, empowerment, accountability, teamwork, and service, and support the mission of Moving Every Life Forward.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Lead complex data collection efforts and independently conduct advanced analyses of APC, farebox, on board, and demographic datasets; produce actionable monthly and annual reports with clear recommendations.Initiate and manage route performance studies, apply service design standards to develop and implement service adjustments, and author substantive sections of service change proposals and planning documents.Design and oversee surveys and field programs; analyze survey results, perform statistical summaries, and integrate demographic and equity data into Title VI analyses and service decisions.Serve as primary point of contact for assigned routes: resolve operational questions, prepare customer responses and public materials, and represent Planning in stakeholder meetings and interagency coordination.Coordinate and lead cross‑department planning for temporary and event services, manage schedules and resource needs, and produce professional outreach and service change materials.Conduct comparative research on transit practices, prepare peer reviews, and present findings to planning leadership to support policy and operational decisions.Facilitates public meetings, stakeholder sessions, and interagency working groups, representing the Planning Division and communicating technical concepts clearly.Performs advanced geospatial analyses including accessibility modeling, network analysis, service coverage assessments, and GIS scripting or automation (preferred).Assists on special projects including initiatives such as Bus Stop Service Improvement Project, Bus Stop Inventory, GIS data management and special event planning; manages collection of data, preparation of text and graphics, and coordinates with Marketing, Customer Experience and Government Affairs departments to create external facing materials, Title VI analysis, and other miscellaneous initiatives;Responsible for assigned sections in the Short-Range and Long-Range Transit plans including writing text and creation of maps and other graphics, and preparing information for and writing grants for project funding; Performs other duties as assigned; andRegular, predictable and punctual attendance required.MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Requires a Bachelor's degree in city and regional planning, transportation, geography, or a closely related field, and three-five (3-5) years' experience in transit, transportation planning, GIS, or data analysis. Master's degree in city and regional planning, urban planning, geography, business, or other related fields preferred. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience in planning, business or public administration will also be considered. COTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
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