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Job Alert! Transportation Policy Manager (Central U.S.) – Lyft @ Chicago, IL / Austin, TX

February 14, 2017 at 4:08 pm

Transportation Policy Manager – Central U.S.
Lyft

This position is located in Chicago, IL OR Austin, TX.

DESCRIPTION

Lyft is looking for an experienced Transportation Policy Manager to join our rapidly growing team. Reporting to the Director of Transportation Policy, the Transportation Policy Manager will manage Lyft’s work on transportation, infrastructure, public transit, and environmental policy issues in the Central United States. S/he will own relationships with transportation, planning, and environmental agencies, monitoring issues that impact Lyft and developing policy positions. This individual will frequently interface with state and local agency officials, NGOs, thought leaders, and academic researchers, while working closely with Lyft’s Public Policy and local market teams. A suitable candidate will be passionate about the positive impacts of Lyft as a transportation mode, excited to evangelize the Lyft vision, and be ready for significant regional travel commitments. Transportation nerds: this one’s for you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Monitor transportation, infrastructure, and environmental policy developments within the Central region, identifying strategic opportunities for Lyft and forming policy proposals and positions when appropriate
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with senior transportation policy officials and technical staff at all levels of government within territory, from city DOTs and regional MPOs to state transportation departments
  • Partner closely with counterparts on Lyft’s Public Policy team to activate transportation policy allies on state and local regulatory matters
  • Develop Lyft’s relationships with transportation and environmental policy experts at state and local NGOs, trade associations, and think tanks
  • Represent Lyft through public speaking engagements at industry conferences and events throughout the Central U.S.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Experienced mid-career professional with strong and diverse experience working in transportation policy and deep subject matter expertise in passenger transportation
  • Relevant background may include staff positions at large city or state transportation agencies, federal agencies, and legislative committees, and/or specialist transportation policy positions at NGOs or think tanks
  • Experienced and fearless public speaker
  • Charismatic, intellectually astute individual with ability to quickly learn highly technical policy subject matter and communicate about it in a compelling, relatable way
  • Respected leader with a robust network of transportation policy contacts in region
  • Strong knowledge of the TNC business model and policy issues, as well as FTA regulatory policies
  • Expertise in energy and electric vehicle policy a plus
  • Advanced degree preferred but not required (relevant fields: law, policy, transportation planning, engineering)

Click here, for the full job description and to apply for this position.

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Job Alert! Senior Planner – Transportation Department @ City of Austin, Texas

December 22, 2016 at 9:12 am
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Position overview:

The Senior Planner will work in the Systems Development Division of the Austin Transportation Department. This position will work on the supply and demand side of transportation planning. The primary duties for this position will be to conduct transportation focused development review for implementation of the City’s Complete Streets Policy and assist the Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program with implementation of priority strategies and projects.

– Responsible for transportation focused development review consistent with the City’s Complete Streets Policy.
– Receive all development review applications through our internal permitting system (AMANDA), identify and coordinate appropriate level of review (includes zoning, subdivision, and site plan applications) and establish review timeline.
– Review and identify necessary actions related to implementation of mobility plans for development applications including both infrastructure and transportation demand management recommendations as applicable.
– Assist the Transportation Engineering Division with review of related Transportation Impact Analysis, Neighborhood Transportation Analysis, Rough Proportionality calculations, and other mitigation.
– Assist in the development and implementation of new TDM strategies and projects (i.e. Smart Trips Austin, Commuter Benefits Ordinance development, TDM Executive Report).
– Review and enforce TDM regulations and/or incentives as required by code.
– Assist with the development of TDM policy for the current update to the City’s transportation plan, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan.
– Research TDM best-practices and produce associated white papers, reports, presentations, etc.
– Familiarity with the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Design Guides and other transportation regulatory requirements and guidelines (i.e. local code, Manual on Uniform Transportation Devices, ITE Trip Generation tables, etc.)
– Ability to work in a fast paced environment, with changing priorities.
– Ability to work in a collaborative manner with a diverse group of stakeholders from multiple city departments and outside agencies.
– Strong problem solving skills.
– May assist with other Austin Transportation Department projects as needed.

Click here to learn more & to apply

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New TRB Report “Shared Mobility and the Transformation of Public Transit” Looks at Shared Mobility in Seven Cities

August 8, 2016 at 11:24 am

A new TRB report, Shared Mobility and the Transformation of Public Transit examines the relationship of public transportation—including paratransit and demand responsive services—to shared modes, including bikesharing, carsharing, microtransit, and ridesourcing services. The research included participation by seven cities: Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington, DC. The report’s conclusion sets out actions that departments, and other local and regional agencies—can take to promote useful cooperation between public and private mobility providers. It also suggests regulatory enhancements, institutional realignments, and forms of public-private engagement that would allow innovation to flourish while still providing mobility as safely, broadly, and equitably as possible (via FHWA)

New TRB report, Shared Mobility and the Transformation of Public Transit
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Transportation Ballot Measures – Election Day (Nov 4, 2014) Results

November 5, 2014 at 10:17 am

Now that the mid-term election is over and everybody is debating the performance of candidates, it is time to take a look at how the public reacted to a slew of transportation ballot measures across the country.  Our friends at AASHTO has pulled together a nice summary of articles that explain how these transportation issues played out. One important item that caught my eye was the defeat of Nick Rahall, a top Democrat (from West Virginia) on the transportation committee, lost his seat after 38 years. These midterm election results are plain c

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razy! Anyways, check out the list below:

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Job Alert: Transportation Analyst –  Cambridge Systematics @ Austin, TX

May 12, 2014 at 11:30 pm

Cambridge Systematics is a place where individuals are able to grow and develop both personally and professionally. When you come to work for us, you’ll be joining an independent, employee-owned company, recognized nationally and internationally. Through our world class on boarding process, new hires receive introductory training from our staff subject matter experts. Ongoing learning and knowledge sharing is a hallmark of our culture and our pursuit of excellence. Through our professional development opportunities, staff can branch out into several different career paths. In addition, we offer competitive salaries and superior benefits.

We are seeking a transportation consulting professional with proven project management and business development skills to help drive the expansion of our Transportation Planning and Management practice. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing national team of planners, engineers, and economists recognized for innovative work in transportation planning and policy analysis.

The successful candidate will work with CS professionals around the country to address transportation challenges faced by Federal, state, and local governments, with a particular focus on clients in the western U.S. You will manage complex client projects, create and implement business development strategies, conduct leading-edge transportation research and analysis, and train and mentor other staff.

Qualifications: Master’s degree in planning, engineering, public policy, or a related field; 3 or more years of professional experience, including two or more years in a related consulting environment; proven business development, project management, and client service skills; proven writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills; and strong analytic and problem-solving skills with fluency in transportation data, planning methods, and analysis tools

http://www.camsys.com

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Qualified Candidates Apply To: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=8965851

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Job Alert: Civil Engineer (Highway) (GS-11/12) – Federal Highway Administration (USDOT) @ Austin, Texas

April 8, 2014 at 5:05 pm

The FHWA has posted an opening for an Area Engineer in Austin, Texas. Please note that the application deadline is 11:59 PM EST on April 16, 2014.

Description:

You will be responsible for managing and promoting assigned Federal highway programs within the State or, as a shared resource, in multiple states. Provide engineering stewardship and oversight at various junctures of project and program delivery of Federal-Aid infrastructure projects within the state (s). This entails working on a broad range of engineering activities in the State associated with the design, construction and maintenance of highways and highway related facilities. You will participate in the development of overall Division Office policy procedures and in the revision or establishment of national policy on behalf of the Division Office. You will also have the authority to commit the agency to actions on behalf of the Division Office(s) represented in line with delegations of authority.

The ideal candidate is a mid-career engineer with experience participating in monitoring Federally funded highway programs or delivering highway projects from initial scoping through construction support and maintenance.

Duties:

The Civil Engineer (Highway):

  • Serves as a key technical advisor in meetings, telephone contacts, public hearings, field reviews, and visits with State DOT officials and other Federal, State, and local agencies regarding assigned program areas and in assisting in the implementation of leadership initiatives. Communicates and applies Federal laws, regulations, and FHWA policies applicable to Federal-aid projects within the State DOT project development process.
  • Monitors highway and other infrastructure improvements to determine if they are constructed to a desired quality and whether Federal-aid construction funds are being expended in a manner consistent with applicable Federal laws and regulations.
  • Participates in assessments State programs for effectiveness and compliance. Provides to partners recommendations for performance and operational improvements and guidance on corrective actions.
  • For projects designated as full oversight, reviews plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for appropriate application of design standards and criteria, conformance with policy and regulations, eligibility for Federal participation, traffic safety features, reasonableness of estimated unit prices, fulfillment of requirements from the transportation planning and NEPA process, and proper standard and special specifications and contract provisions.
  • Participates in and contributes to Division program management activity including development of stewardship and oversight plans, conducting risk assessments, development of strategic operations and business plans, promotion of the implementation of a performance-based planning and programming process to partner agencies, and identification and tracking of performance measures and the associated reporting process.

Click here to learn more and to apply

Note:

§  FHWA.LKD-2014-0062 can be view at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/366460300 and is open to current or former federal employees with status or veterans eligible under VEOA.

§  FHWA.LKD-2014-0063 can be viewed at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/366460400 and is open to all U.S. Citizens.

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Job Alert: Rail Systems Engineering Project Manager – Capital Metro @ Austin, Texas

February 7, 2013 at 6:27 pm
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Capital Metro, Austin’s regional public transportation provider, is looking for an RAIL SYSTEMS ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER. This position is responsible for the management of the Rail Systems engineering design and construction activities under the supervision of the VP of Rail Operations. Join us in our vision to be a driving force for quality life in the Austin and surrounding communities.

MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY: http://ow.ly/hwnSK

 

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Jobs Alert: (1). Associate Transportation Researcher; (2). Assistant Transportation Researcher – Texas Transportation Institue

December 14, 2012 at 7:24 pm

(via YPT)

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) invites applications for positions in the Transit Mobility Program. The two open positions are “Associate Transportation Researcher” and “Assistant Transportation Researcher”.

Location: Successful applicant may negotiate to work in any of TTI’s existing offices where space is available. The Transit Mobility Program has staff in several TTI offices throughout Texas: Galveston, Houston, Austin, Arlington, and College Station.

Deadline: Job Postings Expire January 11, 2013. Positions may be filled as soon as qualified candidates are identified.

Salary: Starting salaries for the positions are negotiable based on qualifications and experience. The minimum salary for the Associate Transportation Researcher position is $52,000 and the minimum for the Assistant Research Scientist is $65,000.

Application Procedure: Interested individuals should complete an application online at https://cw.halogensoftware.com/texas_transport/index.do. The direct links to each position are: Associate Transportation Researcher and Assistant Research Scientist. Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, and a list of three references as attachments via the online application process.

Direct inquiries to:
Linda Kay Cherrington
Texas Transportation Institute, Transit Mobility Program
Texas A&M University System
701 N. Post Oak, Suite 430
Houston, TX 77024
Phone: 713-613-9240
Fax: 713-686-5396
Email: l-cherrington@tamu.edu
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Daimler’s car2go, carsharing in the smart fortwo, comes to Austin, Texas this fall

March 26, 2009 at 7:49 pm

(Source: Autobloggreen)

 
You know what state needs more smart fortwos? Texas. That must have been Daimler’s thinking before approving an expansion of the car2go carsharing service there. Daimler started car2go in Ulm, Germany last October and it will be coming to Austin, Texas – that little blueberry in the big red cherry pie of a state – this fall. There are now more than 200 fortwo cdi models that anyone in Ulm, visitor or resident, can rent by the minute, hour or day, 24/7. Costs range from 19 euro cents a minute to 9.90 euros an hour to 49 euros a day. Unlike other car-sharing services, registering for the car2go service is free. Daimler didn’t release any information on possible pricing for the U.S. service.
 
The Daimler press release available on Autobloggreen has some additional info. on this, including this nugget:
The capital of Texas with its 750,000 residents is appreciably bigger than Ulm and is distinguished by its open-mindedness and its very involved citizens. “We very much look forward to becoming the first international partner of car2go,” says mayor Will Wynn. “Our city is known for its strong sense of environmental responsibility. car2go fits this wonderfully because we can then offer the residents of Austin an intelligent mobility concept with a high positive environmental factor. The project has our full support.” 

As in the first phase of the German pilot project, car2go will begin in Austin with a defined group of users, for example city employees. It is then planned to make car2go accessible to the public in Austin in a second step.  Other factors predestining Austin to be the first international car2go city are the city’s size and its up-to-date economic structure. Among other things it is the location of the fourth largest university in the USA. Beginning in autumn 2009 a fleet expected to number 200 smart fortwo mhd vehicles with automatic start/stop function will be put into operation there.

Click here to read more and to view an awesome picture gallery showing more Smarts in Austin.
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