Strategic Planning Director directs and oversees an organization's strategic and long-range goal planning function. Drives strategic initiatives and supports the development of long-term growth plans and profitability goals. Being a Strategic Planning Director analyzes emerging industry trends, expansion opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions, competitive threats, the viability of outside business partners, and sources of capital. Establishes and retains relationships with industry analysts and the investment community. Additionally, Strategic Planning Director utilizes data-driven methodologies to analyze business performance metrics and process improvement options effectively. Develops reporting and tools to communicate strategic plans and concepts to leadership. Conducts periodic status reviews of organizational goals and objectives to identify roadblocks to progress. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Strategic Planning Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Strategic Planning Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This position is responsible for developing and analyzing transit service planning, scheduling, capital planning, data reporting and analysis, improvements and innovative projects for near-term and intermediate range service plans using various service delivery options.
Minimum Qualifications:
•Familiar with local, state, federal laws and regulations governing public transit system operations.
•Knowledgeable in transit operating principles and practices.
•Experience working with Microsoft Office. Prefer experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Remix planning software and CAD software.
•Strong organizational and analytical skills to interpret complex Excel datasets.
•Must have excellent communication skills, oral and written, strong analytical skills, and understanding of service cost and budget impacts.
•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Topeka Metro administrative and operations staff, members of state/federal agencies, local government, and the public.
•Proficient with statistical principles and survey techniques.
•Ability to analyze and interpret data regarding ridership, demographics, traffic surveys, maps, costs, and revenues.
•Ability or general understanding of methods used to analyze, develop, prepare, and create bus operator work assignments.
•Ability to exercise independent judgment in the analysis and solution of complex route and schedule problems, using logical reasoning and prudent judgment.
•Two years of experience in planning, scheduling, transit operations, or closely related field. Experience in grant writing.
•Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in planning, transportation, or related field.
Topeka Metro offers an excellent benefit package and is a KPERS employer. The salary range for this position is $67,000-$75,000.
Submit cover letter, resume and references to:
Topeka Metro
201 N. Kansas Ave.
Topeka, KS 66603
Email: resumes@topekametro.org
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
Topeka Metro is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunities for all persons and will make all employment decisions, including hiring, on the basis of merit and ability without regard to, race, religion or creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, military or veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or Federal law. Topeka Metro also prohibits retaliation. Topeka Metro is a Drug Free Workplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $67,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
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