Full-Time
Principal Transportation Planner-Associate Staff Analyst
Posted on 9/13/2025
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
1,001-5,000 employees
Operates regional public transit network
Compensation Overview
$93.5k - $132.5k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Long Island City, Queens, NY, USA
In Person
Work Location: 33-00 Northern Boulevard, Long Island City, NY 11101; internal posting; in-office role.
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- A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with a major in one or more of the following: engineering, urban studies, geography, transportation science, urban planning, economics, business, public administration, political science or related fields; and five (5) years of full-time paid experience in transportation planning, scheduling or operations. A master’s degree in any of the fields listed for the baccalaureate degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
- Associate Staff Analyst: A Master’s degree from an accredited college with a major in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a closely related field, and ONE(1) year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, fiscal management or in a related field; OR Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and THREE (3) years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described in 1 above.
- Provide high level planning oversight, perform remote QC’s and recommendations improve data integrity to support the Subway Fare Evasion effort in various simultaneous methods.
- Providing technical assistance for improving bus/subway service
- Manage all non-revenue vehicle fleet recordkeeping including mileage sheets records, fueling and EZ pass records and well as all violations and tickets issued.Liaison with operators, DOB and Department of finance to ensure resolutions.
- Manage directly all sub-division tele-communications and electronic assets for the sub-division.Provide high level usage to the group Exec to ensure policy compliance.
- Assist the Scheduling Unit with high level planning and a detailed work program focused around securing new MTA needs regarding data collection.
- Manage all record retention functions for CSOS ensuring that all documents are secured per the PI.
- The incumbent must be proficient in MS Office suite package, with special emphasis on Excel and Access. The analyst must be organized, and proficient in database management to perform quick inquiries as needed while working closely with management.
- Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office suite package, especially MS Excel and MS Access.
- Must be well organized and be able to effectively plan and meet system deadlines.
- Effective organization and communication skills are necessary for this position.
- Excellent data research, data collection and analytical skills are required for the position
MTA runs North America’s largest public transit network, serving about 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut through six agencies: NYC Transit, MTA Bus, LIRR, Metro-North, Bridges and Tunnels, and Construction & Development. It moves roughly 2.6 billion trips each year using subways, buses, commuter rails, bridges and tunnels, and related facilities. It differentiates itself by operating multiple transit modes under one umbrella, providing integrated services across districts and modes with extensive infrastructure. Its goal is to provide safe, clean, efficient public transportation that serves as the region’s lifeline and mobility backbone while supporting staff with solid benefits.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1834
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $68 billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan funds 2,390 new subway cars.
- Congestion pricing revenues accelerate signal upgrades and accessibility.
- Board approves 435 R211 cars and 44 LIRR locomotives in 2025.
What critics are saying
- $51 billion plan underfunds subway signals, causing delays in 6-12 months.
- Federal freeze withholds $3.5 billion over emissions in 12-18 months.
- TWU lawsuit triggers strike, halting operations in 6-12 months.
What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique
- MTA serves 11 million daily passengers across 12 counties.
- MTA manages seven toll bridges and two tunnels daily.
- Janno Lieber leads modernization since January 2022 appointment.
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Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
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