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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.
We are proud to be recognized as:
2023 FORBES Best in State Employer
Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024
We are seeking to hire a candidate for our Senior Transit Data Analyst (3057).
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
Closing Date: 05/19/2026
Job Grade: SAM 38
Salary Range: $73,164.00-$91,442.00
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
Plans, coordinates, improves, and builds out ridership and operations monitoring and management tracking systems; develops innovative data analysis methods to derive business insights from large datasets; conducts in-depth, planned and ad hoc research and analysis; fulfills data and analytics requests from inside and outside the Authority; produces novel datasets from existing datasets and statistical models empowering other analysts and the public; trains and advises the Planning Analyst I, Planning Analyst II, Co-Ops, and interns. Responsible for assisting the Manager, Data Analytics with data reporting activities and supporting the analytical needs of the Strategic Planning & Analysis Department.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs data analysis, develop, prepare, and present statistical/analytical reports as required to a range of audiences both internal and external.
- Prepares and processes daily and weekly reports for ridership and operational performance, ensuring adequate data quality of processed data, identify critical metrics and KPls, and deliver actionable insights to relevant decision makers.
- Provides management with reports that will track progress and efficiency on projects and provide the basis for decision making.
- Responsible for statistical/analytical reports as required by the Planning Division.
- Develops ideas into Tableau and/or PowerBI visualizations and dashboards to better understand ridership trends, geographies, service levels, seat availability, key performance indicators (KPI) etc.
- Develops novel datasets from existing datasets and statistical models, with the direction and guidance of immediate manager, for use by other analysts throughout the Authority.
- Performs analysis of performance standards to create new systems and revise established procedures.
- Develops effective, graphical methods for communicating results of research, analysis, and corporate performance indicators with senior management, employees, stakeholders, and the general public.
- Coordinates data collection from Automatic Passenger Counter (APC) and prepares reports on ridership and performance data including trend analysis of operational and ridership statistics from various data sources.
- Provides primary analytical support to Strategic Planning & Analysis, Service Planning City and Suburban Schedules Sections, making recommendations to schedulers concerning routing and scheduling based upon analysis.
- Responds to and fulfills requests for data and insights from within SEPTA, from partner agencies, from academic researchers, and from members of the press.
- Supports data sharing across the Authority.
- May assist with training other staff as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned/required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Geography, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Urban & Regional Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
- A minimum of three (3) years of work experience which includes progressively responsible professional experience in data analysis required. Graduate degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
- Excellent personal computer skills to include popular software for reporting, presentation, and database management required.
- Strong, demonstrated skills in either Python, R, or SQL required. Willingness to learn Python required.
- Ability to learn and apply statistical, predictive modeling, or other advanced analytical techniques required.
- Strong analytical and statistical skills required.
- Knowledge and experience with graphical representations of datasets required.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with varied audiences, both internal and external, required.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI required.
- Experience with technical research methods and analysis required.
IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial data and analyses preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with management of data analysis tools is preferred.
Why Join Our Team? Enjoy Outstanding Benefits!
✅ Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
✅ Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan to build your financial future.
✅ Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
✅ Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
✅ Invest in Your Growth – We offer tuition reimbursement to support your education and career advancement.
✅ Student Loan Assistance – Our positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping you manage and reduce student debt.
✅ Free Travel Perks – Receive a FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass, giving you unlimited access to all SEPTA services!
Join us and take advantage of these incredible benefits while making a difference in your community!
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