Transportation Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst (NJTransit)

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you’ll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Responsible for the operation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), database and graphics software relating to the preparation, integration and analysis of transportation data and the preparation of maps.
  • Responsible for GIS data production, including bus route digitizing and linear referencing.
  • Creates and executes spatial and non-spatial queries with GIS and spatial databases.
  • Prepares maps and graphics using GIS and graphical software for production in hard copy and digital format.
  • Responsible for analysis of transportation data, including geographic information and data associated with transit operations, in support of GIS applications, location systems and related technologies.

 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Transportation, Information Technology, Engineering or related area, from a U.S. Department of Education accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional experience with Geographic Information Systems, concentrating in spatial data analysis, GIS data creation, and map preparation.
  • Master’s degree in any or one of the above-mentioned areas may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

The following skills are desirable: Proficiency with Oracle Spatial; Proficiency with the ESRI suite of products including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise; Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator for map preparation.

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:

  • Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Prescription, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave
  • 401(a), 401(k) Retirement Plans – up to 9% employer contribution
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Qualified Transportation Expense Plan (QTE)

At NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff. NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply

https://njtransit.my.salesforce-sites.com/FCMS__CMSLayout?jobIds=a295x000008Da6gAAC&page=CorporateDetailPage&sessionId=&jobSite=Default&p=Candidate&ApplPage=Corporate&pageTitle=Transportation%20Geographic%20Information%20Systems%20(GIS)%20Analyst

Deadline – 12/09/2023