Transportation Data & Analytics Manager

Maricopa Association of Governments; United States; Hybrid; USD 111,850 - 167,776; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedules

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

11.5 Paid Holidays Per Year

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Maricopa Association of Governments seeks a data-centric leader for Transportation Data Application to guide data collection, processing, and analysis across programs. You will manage safety data, develop surveys for model calibration, and mentor a growing team of planners and analysts in a collaborative setting.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in data visualization and large-scale analysis, strong Python/SQL skills, and a passion for policy-driven transportation solutions in a hybrid office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, planning, engineering, math, or related field.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in data visualization and large-scale data analysis.
• Experience with safety datasets and managing consultant-led projects.
• Strong Python, SQL, and PostgreSQL skills beyond Excel.
• Ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead acquisition, processing and analysis of safety data to provide insights.
• Develop and manage transportation survey projects for model development and validation.
• Mentor early-career staff and build a strong data team.
• Track best practices and advances in transportation data and GIS.
• Analyze and visualize data for performance-based planning and programming.
• Support MAG committees and partners with clear data storytelling.
• Maintain a wide range of geospatial data and ensure data quality.

Skills

Data visualization

Python

SQL

PostgreSQL

Geospatial analysis

Leadership

Project management

Data processing

Communication

Policy briefing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Esri GIS

Job description

Maricopa Association of Governments seeks a data-centric leader for Transportation Data Application to guide data collection, processing, and analysis across programs. You will manage safety data, develop surveys for model calibration, and mentor a growing team of planners and analysts in a collaborative setting.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in data visualization and large-scale analysis, strong Python/SQL skills, and a passion for policy-driven transportation solutions in a hybrid office