University of Tennessee College of Arts & Sciences

Program Analyst – Center for Transportation Research

University of Tennessee College of Arts & Sciences

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Nashville • Tennessee • United States

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Tech Stack

Python

About the role

  • Develop, present, and maintain dashboards, web maps, and interactive visualization that present transportation data and travel forecasting model outputs using tools such as Power BI, ESRI ArcGIS Online, and ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
  • Collaborate with data engineers, GIS staff, and planning analysts to integrate reliable, well-structured datasets into visualization platforms. Monitor data quality issues, troubleshoot visualization performance concerns, and ensure data accuracy across published content.
  • Apply industry and department standards and best practices for usability, accessibility, and visual clarity to support communication with diverse audiences.
  • Optimize the speed and scalability of dashboards, particularly when working with large or complex datasets, ensuring smooth performance and usability.
  • Translate stakeholder’s needs into clear and actionable visual formats and iterate designs based on testing and feedback.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining standardized templates, color palettes, and layout styles to promote consistency across TDOT visual products.
  • Support the department’s self-service business intelligence initiatives by preparing curated datasets, clear documentation, and training materials that empower internal users.
  • Contribute to data governance efforts by ensuring visualizations follow established policies for security, accessibility, and public transparency.
  • Monitor emerging tools, libraries, and techniques in data visualization and recommend enhancements or improvements to existing systems and practices.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in geography, urban planning, transportation planning, engineering, computer science or other related fields
  • Four years of experience
  • Excellent Data Visualization and Geographic Information System (GIS) software skills, including the ability to customize software;
  • Knowledge and experience using Data Analytics and Visualization platforms such as Power BI;
  • Knowledge of basic transportation/land use planning and civil engineering principles;
  • Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision;
  • Ability to prioritize and balance a heavy workload based on project needs and deadlines;
  • Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team environment;
  • Use of concise, efficient, and effective communication skills - virtual, oral, and written;
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, & Publisher,
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in geography, urban planning, transportation planning, engineering, computer science, or other related fields (Preferred)
  • Two years of experience (Preferred)
  • ESRI Online Platform (Preferred)
  • ESRI ArcGIS Pro (Preferred)
  • Python/Arcade Programming (Preferred)
  • PowerBI (Preferred)
  • GISP (Preferred)
Benefits
  • UT market range: MR 11
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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
data visualizationgeographic information system (GIS)data analyticsPower BIESRI ArcGIS OnlineESRI ArcGIS ProPythonArcade programmingdata governancetransportation planning
Soft Skills
communication skillsmulti-taskingprioritizationautonomyteam collaborationtroubleshootingdata quality monitoringdesign iterationtraining material preparationuser empowerment
Certifications
GISP