Washington State Department of Transportation’s Strategic Assessment Office (SAO) is recruiting for two positions, a Data Analyst Intern (Transportation Planning Specialist 1) and a Transportation Data and Policy Analyst (TPS 2). SAO is a small but dynamic cross-functional unit that works with all agency programs, modes and offices and supports senior executives and external partners such as the Governor’s Office, Legislature and OFM. The work of the office is considered innovative and is highly regarded and widely recognized as a national best practice.
Please forward this announcement to anyone that you feel may be interested.
Both positions are great opportunities for someone who is looking to grow in their career as we work with every aspect and every program in the department.
The internship is a temporary position (approximately six months). This position provides technical support and research in the analysis, development and production of WSDOT’s performance measurement reports. The incumbent will perform beginning level professional data analysis duties and be engaged in a variety of public accountability and performance measurement tasks, including data management, Gray Notebook development, transportation planning, report and professional writing, public involvement, website content development, policy development, and coordination with multiple external and internal transportation partners. To view the full announcement and to apply online, please visit: Data Analyst Intern (TPS1) 2012-HQ-081.
The Transportation Data and Policy Analyst position performs advanced analytical, statistical and editorial assignments to achieve well-defined objectives that support the publication of system performance information various agency reports and SAO system analysis products/publications including the Gray Notebook. This position is responsible for independently, quickly, and accurately analyzing large amounts of transportation systems data and narrative to translate technical information into well-written “Plain English” reports using WSDOT’s Performance Journalism approach. To view the full job announcement and to apply online, please visit: Transportation Data and Policy Analyst (TPS2) 2012-HQ-080.
We are looking for people to join our team who have the ability to analyze data, possess great computer skills, write exceptionally well, and function in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, Lean-behavior environment. Please do not hesitate to call me should you have questions.
Yvette Wixson
Gray Notebook Production Manager
WSDOT Strategic Assessment Office (3A14)
310 Maple Park Avenue SE, MS 47374
PO Box 47374, Olympia, WA 98504-7374
(360) 705-7970