Principal Modeler - Travel Model Development

and effective transportation system, and how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The section consists of four teams: Major Plans, Transportation Planning, Housing and Local Planning, and Forecasting/Modeling and Surveys. This principal position is within the Forecasting/Modeling and Surveys (FMS) team, which conducts data analysis and develops and applies modeling tools to analyze the impacts of potential strategies for Plan Bay Area. Our team strives to create quality modeling tools that embody our sections goals for planning excellence; we emphasize transparency by creating open-source models, and we value collaboration with other agencies and partners in developing shared resources. The FMS team focuses on the application of economic models, urban development models, and travel models, including developing new features for some of these models as new analysis needs arise. FMS also conducts regular travel diary surveys and transit passenger surveys to inform these tools and other research questions of interest to the agency. ABOUT THE ROLEThe Principal Modeler in Model Development will lead development of our travel modeling tools to assess our region's future and to evaluate potential strategies and policies to improve quality of life. In this role, the Principal Modeler will manage a consulting team working in travel model development, developing both major and minor features as needed for the travel model and associated tools. This will involve project management as well as hands-on development work. The Principal Modeler will also be involved in developing other modeling and modeling-related tools relevant to long-range planning, including land use forecasting models, population synthesis tools, and others. This role will also involve working with internal and external stakeholders to prioritize feature development and bug fixes for these tools. Finally, this role will include mentoring staff in technical development, representing MTC before a variety of groups, agencies, organizations, elected officials, and the public, requiring the ability to communicate effectively about technical topics with non-technical stakeholders; and performing other job related duties as required.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES The development and release of future versions of MTC's modeling tools, including: Implementing or updating features.Managing a consultant team in model development and network development tools. This includes reviewing pull requests and deliverables; project and budget management; discussing and resolving budget issues with appropriate staff and responsible agencies; negotiating, preparing and administering contracts, proposals, task orders and agreements.Model calibration, validation and documentation.Presenting Model Development progress and features to stakeholders within the agency and with agency partners.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION HOW TO APPLYThe position is open until Sunday, June 14, 2026. To apply for this outstanding opportunity, please use this link: https://iazcqy.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/jobs/preview/163EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSSuccessful completion of a background check, professional references and the Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. DISABILITYThe Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment or skills assessment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If selected for an interview or testing, and you require accommodation, please notify the Human Resources Department when confirming your interview or test.All MTC employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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