Public Transportation Analyst Trainee
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - , PA
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Public Transportation Analyst Trainee Print (Apply  Public Transportation Analyst Trainee Salary $50,836.00 - $77,321.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2024-95093-28290 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Pub Trnspt Opening Date 10/08/2024 Closing Date 10/22/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 28290 Position Number 00279760 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit A4 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 86200 Bureau / Division Bureau of Public Transportation Worksite Address 400 North Street City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17120 Contact Name Elizabeth Helms Contact Email + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION If you have a passion for transportation operations within the Commonwealth and possess a keen attention to detail, then we have an exciting opportunity just for you! The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's Bureau of Public Transportation is on the lookout for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Transportation Planning Specialist Trainee. This role promises to be both fulfilling and impactful, allowing you to contribute to the future of transportation in our region. Do not miss out on this chance to advance your career-apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK The main objective of this role is to engage in foundational professional analytical tasks related to public transportation planning, programming, and project management, specifically for both fixed route and demand response services within the Bureau of Public Transportation. Additionally, this position involves supporting the management of all public transportation investments for various transportation agencies. This role is structured as a trainee position, guided by a comprehensive one-year training program that encompasses formal education, informal learning, and practical on-the-job training. The aim is to cultivate technical expertise, program knowledge, and hands-on experience in the fields of transportation planning and programming. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (. Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. + This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule. + Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. + Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: + A bachelor's degree that includes 15 college credits in public administration, business administration, systems analysis, accounting, information technology, or a closely related field; or + An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 15 college credits in public administration, business administration, systems analysis, accounting, information technology, or a closely related field. + Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits. Other Requirements: + You must meet the PA residency requirement (. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. + Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION + Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). + Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. + Your score is valid for this specific posting only. + You must provide complete and accurate information or: + your score may be lower than deserved. + you may be disqualified. + You may only apply/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitand click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Have you completed 15 or more semester college credits in public administration, business administration, systems analysis, accounting, information technology, or a closely related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by and clicking the Evaluation Services Link. For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visitclick on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. + Yes + No 02 How much college coursework have you completed in any field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by and clicking the Evaluation Services Link. . For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visitclick on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. + A. Conferred Bachelor's degree or higher + B. Within 3 months of a conferred Bachelor's degree + C. 120 credits or more + D. 90 but less than 120 credits + E. 60 but less than 90 credits + F. 30 but less than 60 credits + G. Less than 30 credits + H. None 03 How much full-time technical/paraprofessional level experience do you possess, in any field? + A. 4 years or more + B. 3 but less than 4 years + C. 2 but less than 3 years + D. 1 but less than 2 years + E. Less than 1 year + F. None 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION Prepares briefings, decision papers, letters, and other documents and correspondence regarding multimodal transportation programs. Authors narrative and analytical reports that convey findings and recommends detailed plans involving changes or improvements. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience writing technical or narrative documents which include recommendations for changes or improvements. + B. I have experience writing technical or narrative documents to provide information, but they did NOT include recommendations for changes or improvements. + C. I have experience drafting technical or narrative documents, but someone else reviewed and finalized the documents. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism. + E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 06 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + The actual duties you performed related to written communication. + The type(s) of documents you prepared. + Your level of responsibility. 07 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 08 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - ANALYZING INFORMATION Analyzes information, such as records, reports, or other technical documents, to determine patterns, relationships, and estimates for use in the planning, financing, and developing of transportation projects. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience reviewing and analyzing information. I was responsible for verifying accuracy and preparing findings including determinations regarding significance or impact. + B. I have experience reviewing and analyzing information. I verified accuracy and communicated my findings to someone else to make determinations regarding significance or impact. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to analytics, logistics, statistics, finance, accounting, or planning. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 09 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience analyzing data. + Your experience verifying the accuracy of data. + Your experience making determinations, including what kind(s). 10 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 11 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - QUALITY ASSURANCE Validates transportation data by examining it against defined data requirements and determining if inconsistencies exist. Recommends potential resolutions for inconsistencies found. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. + A. I have experience examining data in order to validate it and resolve inconsistencies. I was responsible for determining and reporting inconsistencies and recommending potential resolutions. + B. I have experience examining data in order to validate it and report inconsistencies. I reported inconsistencies; however, someone else was responsible for recommending potential resolutions. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data/statistical analysis, qualitative business analysis, or business law. + D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior. 12 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience examining data in order to validate data an resolve inconsistencies. + Your experience reporting the errors and recommending potential resolution. + Your level of responsibility. 13 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website
Created: 2024-10-14