Strategic Transit Planning & Scheduling Leader

Ridegrtc; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

GRTC in Richmond, VA seeks a Director of Planning & Scheduling to lead system planning, service design, scheduling, and performance analytics for the region. This senior role drives BRT and mobility projects, guides data-driven decisions, and mentors planners and schedulers to deliver safe, reliable, and equitable transit.

You will work with executive leadership, local governments, and community stakeholders to advance regional transportation goals and implement innovative scheduling tools and

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience in planning/scheduling.
• Experience with transit scheduling systems and planning software.

Responsibilities

• Lead system planning, service design, and scheduling for the region.
• Oversee performance analytics and service equity analyses.
• Coordinate with local governments and transit agencies on regional mobility projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban/Transportation Planning or related field

Master’s degree in Transportation/Urban Planning or related field

AICP certification or ability to obtain

Tools

Transit scheduling systems

Job description

GRTC in Richmond, VA seeks a Director of Planning & Scheduling to lead system planning, service design, scheduling, and performance analytics for the region. This senior role drives BRT and mobility projects, guides data-driven decisions, and mentors planners and schedulers to deliver safe, reliable, and equitable transit.

You will work with executive leadership, local governments, and community stakeholders to advance regional transportation goals and implement innovative scheduling tools and