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Business Planning Analyst

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
Washington D.C
Closing date
Jan 29, 2021

Job Details

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Planning, Organization Development, Finance, Accounting, or related field.

A minimum office (5) years progressively responsible experience in strategic management, performance measurement, business administration, or related field. Or, graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Business Administration, Organization Development, Planning, or related field. A minimum of three (3) years progressively responsible experience in strategic management, performance measurement, or related field.

Medical Group:

Ability to satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this job either with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

Mission Essential Designation:

In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.

Job Summary/Duties:

This is a high level professional and technical position involving the development and analysis of Authority-wide strategic planning, performance measurement, and performance management systems. Incumbent uses innovative development techniques, corporate/transit best practices, and in-depth evaluation. He or she analyzes current performance, identifies new business models and markets, and develops implementation strategies and plans. Results provide refined critical information to enable effective organizational performance management, overview and leadership. Incumbent communicates regularly with executive staff and Agency personnel.

Incumbent also performs departmental strategic assessments, efficiency analyses, budgeting, and financial reporting. Incumbent conducts special departmental studies and analyzes expense trends and budget variances to direct future monthly expenditures and adjustment and to ensure efficient management of department resources.

Updates and implements the corporate strategic plan for the Authority. Develops, analyzes, and evaluates strategic plan metrics and corporate performance monitoring systems.

Plans, develops, and evaluates strategic initiatives, programs, policies, and procedures for the Authority.

Independently conducts analytical studies.

Completes detailed office-by-office analysis of annual operating budget submissions, monthly expense trends, and budget variances. Develops departmental forecasts.

Serves as a project analyst to resolve problems and to meet PLSP objectives and Authority strategic goals. Conducts special studies like efficiency analyses and functional analyses.

Prepares "spot" reports on transit issues such as new service delivery systems, industry trends, and innovations in the transportation industry.

Responds to inquiries from members of Congress; Federal, state, regional, and local officials; the Board of Directors; and the public.

Prepares and presents reports and recommendations.

Attends meetings, hearings, high-level planning sessions, and other activities essential to the execution of the functional responsibilities of PLSP.

Maintains effective working relationships with individuals and organizations with whom interface and cooperation are required.

Performs related duties as required.

The above duties and responsibilities are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. It is not intended to limit in any way the right of 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:
  • Skills and/or behavioral assessment
  • Personal interview
  • Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
  • Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
  • Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
  • Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

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

 

 

Company info
Website
Location
600 Fifth St. NW
Washington
DC
20001
US

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