There are a couple of openings that you or someone you know might be interested in applying for. I am not the hiring manager for any of the below, but am a messenger on a quest to find good people!
All information can be found here: www.wmata.com/about/careers/ by the job code listed below.
Two tips: (1) combine cover letter and resume into one pdf before uploading and (2) jobs close at 11:59pm the night before the end date posted on the careers page.
Job: Senior Transportation Economist, Office of Planning, Applied Planning Intelligence Unit
Description: If you like transit planning, big data analysis, and aren't scared of a database query, this job could be for you. Help us find real solutions, answer the right questions, and deliver quality information to the top.
Job ID: 170640
Date Due: 11/12/2017
Job: Program Manager, Office of Real Estate & Station Planning
Description: This position is responsible for all aspects of leading joint development feasibility studies, station area plans, and negotiating with WMATA’s joint development partners on the design and engineering of WMATA’s station areas. The position supervises two Senior Transportation Facilities Planners. Applicants may come from a range of backgrounds, but individuals with a demonstrated expertise in the design principles of transit-oriented development, civil/site engineering, project management, and a working knowledge of land use and zoning issues are sought.
Job ID: 170639
Date Due: 11/20/2017
Job: Operations Research Analysts (2 positions available), Office of Strategic Initiatives, Chief Operating Officer
Description: Join a team at the center of WMATA’s ongoing initiatives to improve efficiency, safety and customer service. You will be gathering and analyzing a broad range of data, designing solutions to critical problems, and communicating with people at all levels of the organization. Seeking entry to mid-level recruits.
Job ID: 160752
Date Due: 11/17/2017
Job: Director Asset Management, Office of Capital Planning and Program Management
Description: This position is responsible for leading Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s Asset Management Program, including the development of Metro’s asset management plan, communicating to all stakeholders and providing the necessary accountability.
Job ID: 170472
Due Date: 12/2/2017
Cheers,
Allison Davis
Director, Strategic Planning
WMATA's Office of Planning