The New Mexico Department of Transportation has an opening for a Statewide Travel Demand Modeler, to work from NMDOT’s Santa Fe office.
Job Title:
Statewide Travel Demand Modeler ($34,076.00 - $54,524.00 annually)
Summary:
The purpose of this position is to assist with the development and management of the statewide travel demand model for the State of New Mexico, to produce future year traffic volume forecasts, and coordinate with such modeling efforts in metropolitan regions, as well as perform socio-economic data collection and analysis, support freight and technical planning activities, and assist with evaluation of transportation planning projects. Ideal candidates should have advanced knowledge of GIS, travel demand modeling, preferably with PTV Visum, as well as statistics, and data analytical skills. Additionally, experience with transportation planning, federal regulations and professional presentations to diverse audiences are preferred.
The selected individual will play a key role in the update to the statewide travel demand model, which is being updated and upgraded to better support regional and statewide planning and project evaluation efforts.
Application Closing Date:
May 8, 2018 11:59 PM Mountain Time
Register and submit your application for position # 21338 via https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newmexico/jobs/2051375/engineering-technician-iii-dot-go-bus-21338
Additional Notes:
We are looking for a motivated individual to join a small team of statewide planners to work in our technical and freight planning team. This position will play a pivotal role in updating our statewide TDM, with consultant support, as we increase model resolution to better serve the state the traveling public in the state of New Mexico.
We are flexible with start dates, and recognize that interested individuals may be completing their education programs.
We welcome you to New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment, to work in Santa Fe, the City Different, and the oldest U.S. capital. Santa Fe has a relative temperate, high desert climate, with some snow in the winter and warm summers, lots of sun and affordable housing. The city is a walkable, active community in close proximity to outdoor recreation, including snow sports in the winter and hiking in the summer, and connected to the Albuquerque area by a commuter rail line, the Rail Runner. New Mexico is home to a diverse population, extensive history, and a of range of artistic, musical, and culinary adventures.
Please feel free to contact Paul Sittig of New Mexico Department of Transportation for more information.
505-827-3271