Travel Modeling and Data Analytics Coordinator (Analyst VI) - Denver
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Travel Modeling and Data Analytics Coordinator (Analyst VI) - Denver
Salary
$91,320.00 - $110,244.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
HAA 50003095-12/25
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Chief Engineer's Office
Opening Date
01/02/2026
Closing Date
1/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
2829 W. Howard Pl, Denver, CO 80204
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Lynn Livingston LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us 303-757-9110
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This position is only open to Colorado state residents
New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.
About CDOT
CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits (https://www.codot.gov/topcontent/employment/benefits) for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/) .
CDOT for All
CDOT's strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go tohttps://studentaid.gov/pslf/
The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.
Description of Job
About the Work Unit:
At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) the Mobility Section of the Office of Transportation Analytics in the Division of Transportation Development is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of mobility analysis processes from a multimodal perspective. The section assembles, analyzes, and interprets motorized and non-motorized traffic data and uses the information to develop long-range plans, corridor specific plans, assessments of mobility on the transportation system, and to support investment level decision-making. The section also develops and supports travel modeling, which includes maintaining and running the Statewide Travel Model used by CDOT for planning, policy development, and resource allocation purposes.
About the Position:
There is a vacancy for a Travel Modeling and Data Analytics Coordinator (Analyst VI) at CDOT. This position develops and implements long-range program goals and plans to support and guide CDOT planning, analytic, and information management objectives, policies, and procedures.
Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Coordinate and provide technical expertise, support and consultation on travel modeling and traffic analyses for large technical projects, such as the implementation of the statewide travel model and integration of big data sources into the traffic monitoring program.
Provide consultation on travel modeling, multimodal traffic data collection and analysis, and other mobility related activities.
Take the lead in identifying and providing guidance, recommendations, resources and support needed for travel modeling and traffic analysis in the development of plans, policies, and projects.
Develop and review guidelines for the travel modeling unit to ensure they align with statewide transportation planning processes, performance management goals, and CDOT big data integration initiatives.
Develop and implement long-range program goals to support CDOT planning, analytic, and information management objectives, policies, and procedures.
Manage contractors/contracts and deploy resources to meet changing conditions and priorities.
Manage large and/or complex projects including the development of new travel and traffic models, upgrades to existing models, multimodal data integration, technology implementation and enhancement, and other similar efforts.
Work with project managers to track and provide oversight of the budgets for approved Mobility Section projects within the annual work program. Identify budget or procurement deadline issues before they arise.
Provide technical modeling guidance, with a focus on complex and political projects. Make final determinations on feasibility of using the statewide travel model for various requests.
Conduct pertinent modeling research, recommend model enhancements and data integrations, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to provide guidance on travel model development and maintenance
Work with stakeholders on corridor or similar studies that require model upgrades, and per agreements developed as part of those studies, implement those upgrades and/or oversee and provide technical guidance to consultants on implementing them.
Other job duties as assigned.
Work Environment:
Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am - 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday with the opportunity for a flexible schedule
Potential to work from home 1-3 days a week after training is completed
Periodic travel required during work hours throughout Metro Denver/Front Range
Occasional overnight travel 1-3 times a year throughout Colorado
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Experience Only:
A total of at least nine (9) years of experience as follows:
At least four (4) years of professional work experience in business management, civil engineering, computer science, data analytics, economics, geographic information systems (GIS), mathematics, planning, and/or statistics.
AND at least five (5) years of professional work experience directly with travel forecasting models in acquiring, analyzing, and interpreting data related to transportation planning or related field which included two (2) year's experience as a program or project manager.
Definitions:
Project management includes most of the following:determining project elements, priorities, strategies and goals; determining @type and timing of milestones and deliverables; monitoring/tracking project performance; allocating resources (staff, stakeholders, time, etc.), resolving issues and making changes where necessary.
Program Manager includes most of the following: establishing program goals and objectives;developing and/or approving program guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, regulations, etc.; developing and/or approving schedules, priorities, and standarding staffing needs, which may include consultants; coordinating program activities internally and externally to the agency.
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Education and Experience:
A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least nine (9) years.
Education from an accredited U.S. college or university with coursework in business administration, civil engineering, computer science, data analytics, economics, geographic information systems (GIS), mathematics, planning, statistics, or another field of study related to the duties of this position will be considered.
Professional work experience directly with travel forecasting models in acquiring, analyzing, and interpreting data related to transportation planning or related field which included two year's experience as a program or project manager will be considered.
Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show your name, the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Conditions of Employment
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
Preferred Qualifications
The exceptional applicant will be an experienced travel modeler/data analyst and will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:
Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience with travel modeling and traffic analysis.
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, principles, and best practices of data analysis, relational database management, and geographic data sets.
Extensive ability to develop and evaluate model input data, modify model Fluency in ERIS GIS software, transportation modeling tools (TransCAD, CUBE, EMME/3), relational database management software (SQL and/or Oracle), MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, Gmail, Google applications, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.
Knowledge and experience with traffic-related research and crash data systems applications.
Knowledge of transportation planning and project development activities.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.
Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments.
Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability.
Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral.
Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
Passion for safety.
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Gmail and Google Applications, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.
Supplemental Information
Application Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:
A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
A detailed chronological resume.Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Notifications:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website.
The Hiring Process:
All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement
If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant.
Employment Screening
If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with "Accurate." Accurate, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Accurate including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.accurate.com (https://www.accurate.copm/) . Accurate is located at 200 Spectrum Center Drive Suite 1100, Irvine, CA 92618. The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks. CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report.
Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at 303.866.3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
ADAAA Accommodations
CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Lynn Livingston at LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us (LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us%C2%A0) or call 303-757-9110.
Former State Employees
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.
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The Colorado Constitution requires that applicants for State of Colorado positions be Colorado residents at the time the application is submitted. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?
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If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable, but they must show the name of the school, your name, completed coursework/credit hours, and if applicable that the degree was awarded and the @type and name of the degree. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Please note that you may redact information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Have you included your transcript(s) as an attachment to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
I am using education to meet part, or all of the minimum qualifications and I have attached my transcript(s) or official credential evaluation report to my application
No, I have not attached transcripts to my application because I am using experience to meet the minimum qualifications.
I have requested my transcripts from my college/university and will email them to LynnR.Livingston@state.co.us within 5 business days of the close date of the job announcement.
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A chronological resume and a cover letter are required for your application to be complete. Your cover letter should describe how your experience aligns with the minimum qualifications and exceptional candidate section of this announcement. Documents must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Documents will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. Please note that you may redact information that identi fies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Did you attach a resume and a cover letter to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
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Briefly describe your work experience with travel forecasting models. Be sure to include what software you have used and for what purpose(s). Provide the name(s) of employer(s) where you perforemd this work and the date(s) of employment (mo/yr - mo/yr) If none, @type N/A. Please do not write, "See resume"
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Briefly describe your work experience analyzing and interpreting geospatial data. Be sure to include what software you have used and for what purpose(s). Provide the name(s) of employers where you performed this work and the dates of employment (mo/yr - mo/yr) If none, @type N/A. Please do not write, "See resume"
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Please describe your project and/or program manager experience. (see definitions on the announcement) Provide the names of employer(s) where you performed these responsibilities and the dates of employment (mo/yr - mo/yr) If none, @type N/A. Please do not write, "See resume"
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Briefly describe how you establish rapport with a wide variety of stakeholders, as well as with different levels within an organization.
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If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 Member Form 4 and any other documents is required. Please submit these as attachments to your online application. Did you attach the required documents to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now.
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Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N/A".
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please write "N/A".
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