COMPILER (Bus and Rail Scheduling)
- Employer
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Location
- Washington D.C
- Closing date
- Aug 25, 2019
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- Industry
- Delivery and Transportation
- Function
- Other
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- A Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering, Transportation or Urban Planning, or related field
- In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, a High School Diploma or possession of a general equivalency diploma (GED) and four (4) years of experience in operations service planning, personnel scheduling, and/or workflow or business process administration using related software
Twenty-four (24) months following successful performance as a Compiler, an incumbent may be advanced to the Senior Compiler job provided he/she has taken and passed any required written or practical tests, acquired any required certifications and has met acceptable fitness for duty, work record and job performance requirements.
Experience
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience in related fields with emphasis on service planning, personnel scheduling, operations dispatching, monitoring and updating work flow patterns or business processes using related software
Certification/Licensure
- N/A
Preferred
- Education
- A Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering, Planning, or related field
- Experience
- Experience with database application software, programming languages, SQL, operations planning, statistical reporting and problem solving or Crystal Reports is preferred but not mandatory
Medical Group:
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Job Summary:
The Compiler is responsible for preparing and modifying transit operational schedules and assisting in developing schedules and operating personnel work assignments. The incumbent creates and generates various statistical operating reports using scheduling applications and other computer database systems. The Compiler assesses ridership patterns and transit service change requirements and updates schedules accordingly to ensure availability, accessibility and ridership safety.
Essential Functions:
- Assists in creating and completing operation schedules based on service specifications: including developing vehicle schedules (headways), performing driver/operator blocking, run-cutting and rostering for work assignment.
- Produces schedule documents for all service schedules produced and delivers to the internal customers (e.g. Bus Transportation and Rail Transportation).
- Produces schedule statistics reports: including mileage by line and division, operator pay-hours by line and division; operators' pay-sheets, comparison of schedules, and annual statistical cost report, to promote the Authority's transit-supporting goals.
- Transfers data and converts transit operating schedules to work assignment sheets, develops operator quotas, run assignment summary sheets by bid-division.
- Assists in implementation and application of recorded statistical data required for development of proposed new and revised schedules. Evaluates data collected for new or revised schedules and analyzes collected operating data for variances in schedule compliance.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
- Works in and/or develop a working knowledge of other functional areas within the operations scheduling planning office.
The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Evaluation Criteria:
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
- Personal Interview
- Skills Assessments
- Verification of education and experience
- Criminal Background Check
- Credit history report for positions with fiduciary responsibilities
- Successful completion of a medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening
- Review of a current Motor Vehicle Report
Closing:
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, a Federal contractor, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Our hiring process is designed to be accessible and free from discrimination.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job Descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
Company
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.
Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.
Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.
Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.
We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm
- Website
- http://www.wmata.com/
- Location
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600 Fifth St. NW
Washington
DC
20001
US
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