Sr Forecasting Analyst, Demand - 90397667 - Washington

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The position will support the Demand Forecasting team in reviewing, analyzing, and synthesizing demand data and models used to forecast Amtrak ridership and ticket revenue. This will require the candidate to apply theoretical concepts to robust data sources and create meaningful insight that can be shared with senior leadership.

Duties include supporting the maintenance and application of travel demand forecasting models and tools along with business analytics pertaining to demand, addressing Amtrak ridership, ticket revenue, passenger miles, service levels, and high-level pricing changes as well as competing modes of travel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Prepares ridership and ticket revenue projections by train / route and market demand information to guide operating decisions and capital investments, utilizing Amtrak's econometric forecasting analytics / models
* Data assembly and presentation, such as writing customized scripts with Python/R, SQL, VB or other languages to summarize large datasets
* Travel survey design and analysis
* Report writing and presentation of findings
* Collaborate closely with team members and other Amtrak groups

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience OR Master's degree in engineering, computer science, data science, economics, statistics or a related field
* Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills.
* Transportation planning experience, including a solid foundation in travel demand analysis and forecasting principles
* Experience in the design, testing and reporting of key statistics associated with econometric models and/or customer segmentation algorithms
* Programming skills/experience with Python/R, SQL, VB, and/or other languages
* Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Comfort with large amounts of complex data from multiple sources coupled with the ability to see linkages and relationships within and between sources.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* 3+ years of relevant experience preferred; some prior relevant experience required preparing travel demand forecasts.

* Experience with visualization tools such as Business Objects, Tableau or similar
* Experience working with network forecasting models (such as TransCAD, Cube/Voyager, and/or other similar packages) and GIS systems (such as ArcView).
* Experience with survey sampling, data analytics modeling, and multivariate analytical techniques such as conjoint analysis, regression analysis, discriminant analysis, segmentation, and cluster analysis.
* Experience with one or more statistical programming languages (e.g., SAS, Stata, SPSS, R).
* Ability to describe challenges and solutions in both technical and business terms.
* Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships at all organizational levels

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Physical Demands:
* Constantly or frequently uses a computer keyboard, monitor, and mouse to perform a variety of tasks.
* Constantly or frequently sits, stands, or walks; may lift, carry, push, or pull objects of various weights; may reach, kneel, crouch, bend, or twist in order to in order to perform administrative tasks (e.g., filing, retrieving materials from desks and bookcases, moving around an office setting).
Mental Demands:
* Constantly communicates, comprehends, and responds to verbal statements and instructions both orally and in writing.
* Frequently acquires new knowledge, skills, and tasks, both complex and simple, in order to maintain effectiveness in position.
* Frequently reads and analyzes hard copy and or computer screen material and writes reports as appropriate.
* Conducts in person and/or telephone dialogues as appropriate in order to manage and conduct the flow of work.
Working Conditions:
* Additional working hours and travel will be required periodically.
* Works in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment with frequently changing priorities.
* Frequently handles multiple projects concurrently.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $78,600-$101,844, Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offeringshere.

Requisition ID:165131

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 DaysClick here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.

Relocation Offered:No

Travel Requirements:0 - 5%

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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR * 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. *1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law..