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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Transit Planner - GIS and Data Visualization Specialist - **Company:** The Transportation Management - **Location:** Carlsbad, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Illustrator, Data Analysis, ArcGIS (Software), Data Files, Data Visualization, Scripting - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://tmdinc.net/careers/transit-planner-gis-data-visualization/ ## About the Role We're looking for a collaborative Transit Planner - GIS and Data Visualization Specialist with strong GIS skills to deliver accurate spatial analysis, clear mapping, and engaging data visualizations across a range of transit planning projects. This position plays a key role in projects that improve transit in communities while working alongside seasoned industry professionals. Strong candidates will bring at least two years of GIS experience in planning, transportation, or a related field, along with strong data visualization and cartography skills. Preferred candidates will be able to translate complex data into meaningful insights and clear, compelling visuals for a wide range of audiences., * Minimum two years of experience applying GIS, producing data visualizations, and creating maps in transportation planning, urban planning, geography, or a related field. * Proficiency in ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Online including StoryMaps. Preference for Python scripting and/or Model Builder experience. * Background in transportation planning, urban planning, geography, or a related field. Knowledge of transit planning fundamentals and transit operations preferred. * Ability to produce clear, publication-quality maps and graphics. Adobe Illustrator experience preferred. * Strong organizational skills, experience managing multiple large data sources, and a track record of delivering accurate, error-free work. * Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment and manage assignments to meet priorities across multiple projects. * Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to apply feedback to improve results. * Understanding of design fundamentals to create maps and data visualizations tailored to a variety of audiences, from technical experts to the general public. ## Description * Conduct spatial analyses related to demographics, transit planning, and transportation/land use projects, as well as provide visually engaging graphics based on diverse, complex transit-related data sets. * Create GIS analyses, publication-quality maps, and clear data visualizations using a variety of data sources and visualization tools. * Conduct demographic analyses using U.S. Census, ACS, LEHD, and other data sources to understand transit opportunities and needs in communities. * Support effective transit design decisions by visualizing transit-related information, including ridership, travel patterns, service levels, and service performance. * Produce high-quality maps, exhibits, charts, and tables using ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, Adobe Illustrator, and related tools to build audience confidence in analysis results. * Develop online maps, StoryMaps, and interactive visualizations for client presentations and public engagement using ArcGIS Online or comparable platforms. * Collect, organize, manage, combine, and analyze multiple data sources and identify opportunities to streamline workflows and automate recurring tasks. * Review all data for accuracy and completeness, including data developed by or acquired from outside organizations. * Develop, maintain, and apply standards and methods across projects while conducting quality control/assurance processes for all work. * Support the GIS skill-development of team members by building awareness of fundamental skills and responding to questions. * Contribute to transit planning projects as needed, including data collection and analysis, report writing, and public engagement. * Proactively coordinate work assignments to meet project priorities and deadlines. * Support business development through proposal research and preparation. * Participate in client meetings and presentations as needed. ## Related Videos - [JavaScript? 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