Sam Schwartz

Sam Schwartz, a TYLin company, is seeking a full-time West Coast Director of Transit to be based in our Oakland office.. This position will be part of a dynamic team that provides a range of planning services for public, private, and non-profit clients, including transit network development, corridor studies, strategic planning, multimodal transportation plans, and zero-emission bus planning.. This position will be focused on leading transit planning projects that may include transit service development, comprehensive operations analyses, bus rapid transit planning, corridor studies and tactical mobility lanes, emerging mobility planning, and transit agency strategic plans.. Bachelors degree in urban planning, transportation engineering, or related field; Master’s degree is preferred.. AICP or PE certification is desirable but not required.

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Sam Schwartz, a TYLin Company, is a leading transportation engineering, planning, and environmental firm known nationally for our ability to solve complex transportation problems with creative, multi-modal solutions. Our work includes diverse, high-profile projects for both private and public sector clients. We are located in Los Angeles/Oakland, CA, Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Jersey City, NJ, New York, NY, Seattle, WA and Tampa, FL. Job SummarySam Schwartz, a TYLin company, is seeking a full-time West Coast Director of Transit to be based in our Oakland office. This position will be part of a dynamic team that provides a range of planning services for public, private, and non-profit clients, including transit network development, corridor studies, strategic planning, multimodal transportation plans, and zero-emission bus planning. This is an in-person position, though staff may work from home on certain days with permission from manager. This position will be focused on leading transit planning projects that may include transit service development, comprehensive operations analyses, bus rapid transit planning, corridor studies and tactical mobility lanes, emerging mobility planning, and transit agency strategic plans. This position may participate in zero-emission bus (ZEB) planning studies. Responsibilities & QualificationsPrimary Responsibilities The selected individual will perform various tasks, such as:<ul><li>Leading interdisciplinary teams on a variety of transit planning projects</li><li>Writing and reviewing technical reports and developing presentations</li><li>Understanding and interpreting data analysis results to drive development of recommendations and solutions</li><li>Managing project budgets and schedules</li><li>Supporting the west coast growth strategy for the transit practice</li><li>Managing client relationships</li><li>Identifying new business opportunities and supporting business development</li><li>Representing the company at industry events</li><li>Leading proposal development and contributing to interview presentations</li><li>Developing and implementing processes that make the work product better</li><li>Active involvement with relevant industry organizations and participation in conferences and other industry events</li><li>Authoring thought leadership (articles, blog posts, etc.) on these topics </li></ul> Skills And QualificationsIdeal candidates will possess the following qualities:<ul><li>Entrepreneurial, enthusiastic, collaborative work style</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively</li><li>Proficiency in using spreadsheets to interpret data and conduct complex analysis</li><li>Experience managing transit planning projects</li><li>Additional transit experience in any of the following additional areas:</li><li>Transit scheduling and operations</li><li>Zero-emission bus technologies and electrical principles</li><li>“Emerging mobility” solutions such as microtransit</li><li>Flexibility to work on-site and non-standard business hours occasionally, must be able to travel</li><li>Proficiency in data analysis and spreadsheet modeling tools </li></ul> RequirementsCandidates must meet the following requirements:<ul><li>Eight years’ experience in the transportation planning field</li><li>Bachelors degree in urban planning, transportation engineering, or related field; Master’s degree is preferred.</li><li>AICP or PE certification is desirable but not required. </li></ul>Please include your resume and cover letter with your application. Work samples and references may be requested. Additional InformationTYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $109,700 to $175,900 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering. Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

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