Staff Analyst Series-Strategic Priorities (Buses)

MABSTOA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MTA Bus Company seeks an Analyst for Strategic Priorities to support the Department of Buses with data-driven projects. The role emphasizes transit planning knowledge, data collection, and progress reporting to leadership. Responsibilities include KPI development, cross-functional coordination, and public outreach participation.

The ideal candidate will analyze running times, frequency, and reliability to inform improvements, and will work with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration, public administration, policy, engineering or related field with relevant experience.
• Alternative: Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of professional experience including transportation industry.
• Proven ability to analyze data and report on performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, development, tracking, and implementation of strategic priorities across the Department of Buses.
• Conduct quantitative analysis of bus operations data to identify performance trends and gaps.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across depot operations, planning, facilities, transportation and operations.
• Monitor milestones and ensure deliverables stay on schedule.
• Research best practices in transit operations.
• Develop KPIs and performance frameworks for initiatives.
• Identify risks and mitigation approaches.
• Maintain documentation related to project plans and outcomes.
• Participate in public outreach, including meetings and workshops.
• Represent the department with other agencies and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative analysis

Presentation skills

Communication

Technical writing

Data analysis

Data visualization

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Mapping tools

ArcGIS/QGIS

Remix

Adobe Illustrator

Transportation planning

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in related fields

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years transit/related experience

Tools

ArcGIS/QGIS

Remix

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Description

Position at MTA Bus Company

JOB INFORMATION:

• Title: Analyst Series- Strategic Priorities (Buses)
• Authority: TA/OA/MTA Bus
• Department: Regional Bus Company
• Division/Unit: Strategic Priorities
• Location:
• Hours: As required
• Telework (if Applicable):
• Reporting Manager (if Applicable):
• Deadline (if Applicable):

• | Staff Analyst I | $73,571 – $87,099 New Hire: $63,972 | $71,203 – $84,295 | $70,856 — $83,882 |
• | Staff Analyst II | $85,425 – $95,142 New Hire: $ 74,284 | $82,673 – $92,077 | $82,271 — $91,627 |
• | Associate Staff Analyst | | $93,453 – $121,004 | $92,998 — $120,414 |

Job summary:

This position supports the Strategic Priorities Group in the Department of Buses, by providing technical assistance on strategic projects that improve bus service and bus operations. The ideal candidate will have an excellent understanding of transit planning practices and some familiarity with bus operations. This position will be responsible for performing data collection and analysis, tracking project goals, and reporting key metrics and progress of bus strategic initiatives to leadership.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of this position may be included, but are not limited to:

• Support the planning, development, tracking, and implementation of strategic priorities across the Department of Buses.
• Conduct quantitative analysis of bus operations data (running times, frequency, reliability, etc.) to identify performance trends, operational gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership to inform decision making.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving depot operations, planning, facilities, transportation, and operations support teams.
• Monitor progress on key projects and ensure milestones and deliverables remain on schedule.
• Research best practices in transit operations
• Develop KPIs and performance frameworks to measure success of strategic initiatives.
• Identify risks, constraints, and dependencies related to strategic projects and propose mitigation approaches.
• Maintain consistent documentation related to project plans, status updates, and performance outcomes.
• Participate in public outreach efforts, including on-street engagement, presenting at public meetings, and facilitating workshops.
• Represent Department of Buses with other MTA departments, with other public agencies or outside organizations, and with elected officials and other stakeholders.

Education and Experience:

Associate Transit Management Analyst:

• A master’s degree from an accredited college in business administration, public administration, public policy, engineering, engineering technology, economics, architecture, mathematics, physics, computer science, finance, accounting, transportation planning, industrial psychology, urban planning/studies, human resources management, labor relations, operations research, security management or in a related area, and two (2) years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in the collection, evaluation and use of data relating to operational procedures, administrative systems, equipment and space utilization, and staffing requirements, including the preparation of charts, graphs, drawings and technical reports. One (1) year of experience must have been in the transportation industry; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in one of the areas listed in “1” above; and three (3) years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1” above. One (1) year of this experience must have been in the transportation industry.

Assistant Transit Management Analyst I & Assistant Transit Management Analyst II:

• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, public policy, engineering, engineering technology, economics, architecture, mathematics, physics, computer science, finance, accounting, transportation planning, industrial psychology, urban planning/studies, human resources management, labor relations, operations research, security management or in a related area,or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience working in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, engineering, in management or methods of analysis, operations research, organization research or program evaluation, personnel or public administration, staff development, employment program planning or administration, security management; or general administration.

Associate Staff Analyst

• A Master’s degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a closely related field, and one (1) year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management or in a related area; or
• A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three (3) years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described in 1 above.

Staff Analyst I & Staff Analyst II

• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, or urban studies, or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following areas: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area; or
• An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college or university and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “2” above;or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “2” above; or
• A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma.

Special Note:

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one additional year of professional experience as described in “2” above.

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data clearly.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in technical writing, data analysis, and data visualization
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in mapping and graphics applications (Adobe Illustrator, ArcGIS/QGIS, Remix)
• An understanding of general transportation planning concepts
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Other Information:

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Equal Employment Opportunity:

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.