Transportation Planner III Transit Division SF Municipal Transportation Agency 5

Job Description The Train Control Upgrade Project (TCUP) is an SFMTA capital project which invests in the Muni Metro rail system by replacing the nearly 30-year-old Automatic Train Control System (ATCS) in the subway with a new Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system. The project also expands CBTC managed territory outside of the subways to the surface portions of Muni Metro, where signals and switches are currently independently operated in a first come, first serve configuration. Under CBTC, Muni’s entire rail network can be managed centrally with a single, modernized system. Replacing the ATCS with a state-of-the-art CBTC system will maintain the excellent safety record of the current system, while also increasing the subway’s efficiency and reliability. With a $700 million capital budget, the Train Control Upgrade Project represents a bold step forward for SFMTA and the Muni Metro system. Through a phased implementation plan, an integrated team approach, and flexible contract structures, TCUP is designed to overcome challenges and set a new standard for urban transit infrastructure projects. Position Description : Under the general direction of the Train Control Upgrade Deputy Project Manager, the Transportation Planner III (Senior Project Planner) plans the procurement, deployment, installation and testing of the future Train Control System, and assists in the planning of future subway and surface rail operations using the capabilities of the new system. This position is responsible for assisting the Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager in reviewing project schedules, organizing the project through project planning documents, preparing grant applications and assisting in managing the project budget, meeting with project stakeholders, and developing procurement plans, policy and procedures. The Transportation Planner III will assist the Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager in developing the business requirements for follow-on contracts for integration services and installation of CBTC equipment on the vehicles, along the wayside, and in central locations; and assist in orchestrating the activities of SFMTA staff and contractors. Examples of Important and Essential Duties : Develops and maintains the capital plan for the Train Control Upgrade Project, works with funding agencies such as MTC and SFCTA, grant administrators such as the FTA and CTC, as well as SFMTA capital planning staff to provide justification for funding, to include cost/benefit analyses, and assessments of operational effectiveness. Works with the Project Admin Analyst to maintain the project budget. Works with the Project Communications Officer, SFMTA Government Affairs and other staff on developing the project’s approach to legislative action and board approvals, including the San Francisco Board of Supervisors and MTA Board. Coordinates and works with the SFMTA Finance Department and Project Admin Analyst for booking incoming grants and budget revisions; Develops and reviews drafts of project planning documents, such as the project management plan, project QA plan, project safety plan, etc. Understands and interprets the requirements for the new train control system and its upgrades; and explains the project scope and requirements to other SFMTA staff, vendors, and/or project teams. Develops and/or proposes modifications to operational plans, policies and procedures concerning the train control system to accommodate the future capabilities of the system; Assists with developing training programs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for rail operations using the train control system; Assists with cost estimates and terms for new and existing contracts, and for proposed change orders or modifications and assists with calendar items for Board approvals of contacts or contract modifications; Supports the development and review of contract deliverables from the Train Control Supplier, participates in document review, and coordinates the participation of internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to review key project design documents. Performs analysis of data generated from the train control system and train control system simulations and provides recommendations for service or operational changes if necessary. Writes reports and white papers to document global best practices for train control; Reviews and manages workload assignment to consultants, junior staff and interns as required; Performs other duties as required. Qualifications : The minimum qualifications for this position include possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Transportation, Transportation Engineering, Public Administration or other closely related field; AND two (2) years of transportation planning experience; OR possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; AND four (4) years of transportation planning experience. Desirable qualifications include a strong interest in promoting public transportation, knowledge of the principles, practices, purposes, scope and techniques of various phases of infrastructure project and/or transportation planning, a Master’s degree in planning, transportation, transportation engineering, public administration or other closely related field, experience in public sector procurement, contract administration or project management, and excellent written and oral communication skills. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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