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Starting Annual Salary: $54,023+ Depending on Qualifications

First Review of Applications: July 29, 2022 (open until filled)

Full Job Posting: semcog.org/careers

Role and Responsibilities

SEMCOG (EOE) is seeking a Modeler, Transportation Engineer, regional/urban Planner, or experienced professional with relevant experience to join the Transportation Modeling and Mobility group. SEMCOG Modelers run and analyze simulation models; code and apply models for the Regional Transportation Plan and Transportation Improvement Program; perform transportation studies for partners; assist in model development activities including calibration, validation, and estimation; develop, maintain, and apply complex models in land use, transportation, or air quality analysis; integrate input for model runs; and produce modeling output for policy analysis.  

The successful candidate will have strong technical skills and abilities to provide assistance in the field of travel demand modeling (using TransCAD and/or other modeling packages) and related work in regional transportation planning such as data collection, management and analytical analysis; statistical skills; technical skills in computer programming such as Python, R, etc.; GIS analytical skills; mobility planning techniques; data visualization; dynamic traffic assignment model familiarity; and coordinating with member governments and planning partners. Additional transportation-related work, or work in other disciplines, may also be assigned. This position is part of a job series and offers employee development and promotional opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field is required.
• At least three (3) years of experience in developing statistical, regional travel demand or traffic simulation models. Familiarity with analytical software such as Access, Excel, SPSS, TransCad, ActivitySim, and/or ArcGIS platforms.
• Experience with Python, R, or other object-oriented programming languages; and SQL, or other relational databases.
• Experience in assisting or managing some or part of the development, monitoring, and implementation of projects across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Effective organization and time management skills to ensure timely completion and delivery of work; be detailed, self-motivated, and capable of working on multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a range of individuals; ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with internal staff and external partners.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills required, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Support and promote a strong internal culture based on SEMCOG core values.