Program and Policy Analyst

This vacancy is located within Transportation Services-Commuter Solutions Programs, Facilities Planning & Management, University of Wisconsin – Madison.This position is a key member of the Commuter Solutions team within Transportation Services.

Job Duties:  

This position assists the Commuter Solutions Manager in the development of strategic plans that respond to campus transportation issues, to include the research and development of cutting-edge transportation programs and technologies that support the University’s strategic plans.  This position provides technical analysis to support departmental planning and departmental budgets, develops and manages project implementation plans and identifies and prepares applications for alternative program funding sources (e.g. grants).  This position serves as the primary technical resource for the Flex Parking Program, developing policies and procedures for the program; and, assists customer staff with program administration, including responding to customer questions or concerns regarding the program. This position coordinates the University’s participation in the regional ride-share information programs, assists in the administration of the Park-and-Ride program, serves as back-up coordinator for SAFE Nighttime Services program and assists with all SAFE program management needs.  This position responds to public questions regarding the Commuter solutions programs and develops education programs that are part of the Commuter Solutions outreach and education actives (includes assisting with annual projects such as commuter Solutions Week, Car-free Challenge and Bike to Work Week).

For a complete position description, go to: http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/WebListing/Classified/PDSummary.aspx?vacid=79463&title=094718&tranType=PERM

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   

Program management (e.g. program analysis, promotion of program and objectives) and program budget experience are essential.  Experience with computer applications used for technical analyses (e.g. AutoCad, SPSS, ArcGIS)  as well as experience using MS Office software and Adobe Suite is necessary.  As the position deals with internal and external customers, good verbal and written communications as well as good interpersonal skills are required. 

How to Apply:

Special application/examination materials can be downloaded from the following web site: http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/COB/CurrentUWEmployment.html or to have them mailed, call or write to Shari Cnare, 608/265-4059; UW-Madison, Facilities Planning and Management; Personnel Office; 1217 University Avenue Room 201; Madison, WI  53706 or email:  scnare@fpm.wisc.edu.  Completed application/examination materials must be received by 4:30 p.m., Friday, August 5, 2011.  Materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.