Operations Research Analyst

Are you looking to join a team that is at the center of planning and overseeing Metro’s $2B annual capital budget and $12B six-year capital program? The Office of Capital Program Management (OCPM) is looking for candidates at the intermediate-level to help develop the capital program and perform data analysis to help Metro leadership make key investment decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the decision-making process, utilize problem solving skills, and collaborate with project managers, asset owners, and other stakeholders across Metro. The experienced candidate will:
-Play a key role in the annual capital planning process for a select group of investment types
-Meet with stakeholders across the organization to discuss capital investment needs and potential gaps
-Contribute to key documents to communicate the results of the capital programming process
-Facilitate the effective flow of capital program communication during the annual capital planning process

Interested candidates will be able to communicate and coordinate effectively, be able to use analytical tools to evaluate investment needs, and have capital project, financial, or program, budgeting, and asset experience. Additionally, candidates will have experience analyzing complex projects and/or have experience using analytical processes to support the identification and planning of projects to address capital needs. Familiarity with capital program management and other capital asset infrastructure activities (at the state, local or federal levels), such as programming, planning, and budgeting would be an advantage.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
-One year’s experience in transportation planning, data science, public policy, or a related field
-Masters degree (preferred)