PLANNING DATA SPECIALIST

455 N Garland Ave, Orlando, FL 32801, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM Our vision is to be recognized as a world‑class leader for providing and coordinating a full array of mobility and community services. LYNX mission is to link our community by providing quality mobility options with innovation, integrity and teamwork. LYNX — Central Florida’s Regional Transportation Authority — is looking for a detail‑driven, analytical, tech‑savvy Planning Data Specialist to support mission‑critical planning datasets that help us deliver safe, clean, reliable transportation to over 2 million residents across Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties. What You’ll Do Perform daily quality reviews of fare system data to ensure accurate ridership and revenue assignment by route Assist in preparing performance reports for LYNX Leadership and Board of Directors Compile data for National Transit Database (NTD) reporting Develop and execute processes to improve data integrity across LYNX systems Manage GIS installations, maintenance, and administration; create and maintain ArcGIS datasets and presentational maps Develop and maintain data visualization tools to make planning data accessible to internal and external stakeholders What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Public/Business Administration, or related field + 3 years’ experience with data analysis or ArcGIS (additional years of experience may substitute for education on a year‑for‑year basis) Valid Florida driver’s license with safe driving record Strong knowledge of databases, mapping software integration, ArcGIS Desktop/Online, Microsoft Office, and data analysis methods Excellent communication, time‑management, and attention to detail Ability to work in a diverse environment and maintain positive working relationships while providing excellent customer service Desired: GIS Professional Certificate, experience with Tableau/Power BI/ArcGIS visualization suites Why You’ll Love Working Here Free employee‑only health insurance Dental, vision, disability coverage available Retirement plan and company‑paid life insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Free bus transportation for you, spouse, and children Access to our on‑site Employee Wellness Center Sponsorship Notice: LYNX does not sponsor employment‑based visas, including H-1B. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. STEM OPT: LYNX is not a STEM‑OPT Employer. Position Description The Planning Data Specialist, reporting to the Manager of Strategic Planning, supports the upkeep and accuracy of LYNX planning datasets, including ridership, service, bus stop, and amenity information. This position contributes to agency‑wide efforts to maintain data consistency and integrity, which is essential for both short‑ and long‑term planning initiatives. This position also conducts analyses used in local funding formulas and to identify potential grant funding opportunities. Proficiency with LYNX data systems—such as those used for fare collection, transit operations, and ArcGIS desktop—is required to enhance performance, monitoring, forecasting, and compliance activities across the agency. Essential Functions Performs daily data quality reviews of LYNX fare system data to ensure proper assignment of revenue and ridership data by route. Assists in the preparation of reports to LYNX management and Board of Directors on the performance of LYNX services Provides assistance as needed in compiling data for inclusion in the National Transit Database (NTD) Develops and executes processes for ensuring data integrity and streamlining data quality assurance across LYNX data systems. Assists in management of LYNX’s related GIS software installations, maintenance, and administration. Establishes and implements procedural tools ensuring data‑process consistency and integrity across enterprise databases. Creates, maintains, and analyzes datasets using ArcGIS software. Creates highly effective presentational maps using cartographic design concepts and best practices. Collaborates interoperability, data analysis and updates that support client‑GIS‑systems, such as Asset Management applications, enterprise routing and scheduling applications suite, and CAD/AVL. Assists in the supervision and training of temporary and/or student intern staff members. Assists with user training to LYNX departments and other agencies on the use of the GIS system. Develops, enhances and maintains data visualization tools to make planning data accessible to internal and external stakeholders Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution in Planning, Geography, Public or Business Administration, or a related field plus three years of relevant experience with data analysis or ArcGIS. Additional directly related experience beyond the minimum requirement may substitute for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and safe driving record. 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