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The INFORMS Transportation Science and Logistics (TSL) Society provides INFORMS members and friends with a sustained, specialized focus on all topics of transportation science and logistics, including current and potential problems and contributions to their solution, and supports efforts to extend, unify, and integrate related branches of knowledge and practice. We encourage the education of students and the continuing education of practitioners.

The Society was formed in 2004 with the merger of the Transportation Science and Logistics Sections. The Aviation Applications Section became an affiliate of the Society in 2008 and all members of the Aviation Applications Section are also members of TSL.

The Society is the editorial home of one of INFORMS’ flagship journals, Transportation Science.

The Society includes five special interest groups: Air Transportation, Freight Transportation and Logistics, Urban Transportation Planning and Modeling, Facility Logistics, and Intelligent Transportation Systems.

TSL includes just under 1,000 members, almost half of whom are students. More are welcome. Find us on Twitter!
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  • Portland, Oregon, The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality strives to build and sustain an inclusive environment that embraces and values diversity. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or physical or mental disability. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the preferred qualification. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether or not you meet the qualifications of this position, please contact us to discuss your application.   Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Oregon’s environment? If so, please consider a career with the State of Oregon at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) . At DEQ, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Oregon’s air, land, and water. Here is a video about DEQ: https://youtu.be/E-Cs6M9AAlU   The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has a full-time opportunity available for a Remedial Action Hydrogeologist (Natural Resource Specialist 4 – Hydrogeologist ) in Portland, Oregon.   Please consider joining an innovative team, and work to advance our agency’s mission to protect and improve Oregon’s environmental quality. There are 3 regions (Northwest, Western, and Eastern); this position is in Northwest Region. The Regions provide the following services: compliance inspection of regulated entities; enforcement of permit requirements and administrative rules; issuance of air, water, and solid waste permits; investigation of complaints; issuance of subsurface permits in counties; response to spills or other incidents with environmental impacts; direct contact and liaison with other governmental entities, industries, and the public; and technical assistance to regulated entities and the public.   If you are interested in an opportunity to work with the Cleanup program, consider this position and the Hydrogeologist (Natural Resource Specialist 5 - Hydrogeologist) position at DEQ to start making an impact today!   Click here to view a map of all of the DEQ offices.   What you will do! You will serve as a Senior Project Manager during site investigation, feasibility, study, design, construction, and operation phases of cleanup at hazardous substance cleanup sites, with an emphasis on complex hydrogeology sites. You will be responsible for evaluation of the risks to groundwater and surface water posed by contaminated properties. You will serve as a technical expert in the cleanup program to determine the accuracy and adequacy of environmental monitoring plans and reports. You will provide expert project management for complex sites with NAPL and dissolved phase transport in the subsurface environment, and may occasionally provide policy support. In addition, you will have overall project responsibility to ensure that contaminated sites are evaluated and remediated in a manner that is cost-effective, timely, and protective of public health and the environment.   What’s in it for you! The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year. In addition, we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) . If you are passionate about Oregon's environment, apply today!   This is a full-time, AFSCME represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.   What are we looking for ? Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in physical science, environmental science, natural resources, or a closely related field, AND 4 years of experience in a natural resource or environmental field ( an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable). At least 1 year of experience at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities. Current registration as an Oregon Professional Geologist, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.   Candidates who are most competitive will also reflect the following: Demonstrated understanding of environmental justice and the historical impacts for marginalized and underrepresented communities; ability to take personal responsibility for increasing their knowledge of environmental justice and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Demonstrated expert-level experience and current knowledge in hydrogeology and contaminant fate and transport in the subsurface, as well as site characterization, groundwater monitoring, soil and ground water contamination assessment, and corrective action for contamination problems. Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills; prior consulting or regulatory experience in a project manager role, including experience planning, leading, and implementing projects and programs. Project management experience directing all phases of environmental investigations and cleanups of sites contaminated with hazardous substances, including petroleum hydrocarbons. Demonstrated ability to serve as a project team leader for remedial action projects. High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access), as well as computer programs such as Google Earth and Acrobat; demonstrated proficiency in data management and statistics; basic understanding of GIS and a robust understanding and proficiency in groundwater modeling. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to provide clear, concise, and compelling communication of policy and technical information tailored to the needs of diverse audiences; skill in writing and presenting clear and concise reports that include qualitative and quantitative analyses, recommendations, and conclusions to diverse audiences.     Working Conditions: This position will be based out of DEQ’s Portland office, however, the successful candidate may be eligible for hybrid work. The logistics of hybrid work will need to be worked out with the Hiring Manager prior to your hire and may be changed at any time given specific job duties and business needs. DEQ will provide necessary hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and cell phone) for an employee to successfully work from home.   This position will require some travel to DEQ offices and sites on an as-needed basis for meetings, trainings, seminars, public hearings, public meetings, conferences, and field visits. At DEQ sites, you will have access to a workspace, however, it may be shared with other employees.   Fieldwork may include air, soil, soil gas, and groundwater sampling; supervising monitoring well construction or beneficial water well use survey; supervising reconnaissance or drilling for sampling; and other remedial investigatory or removal work. During field work, there may be the exposure to inclement weather, contaminated soil and water, fumes, and airborne contaminants. Occasional extended working hours, evening work, weekend work, and overnight stays may occur. There will be occasional driving for up to several hours in a day.     How to Apply: (complete the application in full) External Applicants Click on the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information. Internal Applicants (current State of Oregon employees): Apply through your employee Workday account.  View this job aid for assistance   Helpful Tips: Be sure to attach a resume and cover letter . Allow yourself plenty of time to complete and submit the application, resume, and cover letter. Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. This posting closes at 11:59 PM on the close date listed. Please save a copy of the job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job posting closes. Be sure to check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. Workday performs best in Google Chrome. Click here for Resources and a Job Support Page .    Please Note: In addition to your related work experience and education, DEQ will use the desired attributes and minimum qualifications above, under the “ What are we looking for? ” section to determine whom to interview. Please make sure your attributes and minimum qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application material.     Veterans Information: DEQ provides veterans’ preference points to all eligible veterans. For more information on veterans’ preference, please visit Veterans Resources , or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666. For privacy reasons, please do not attach veterans’ preference documents when initially applying. You will be asked to submit those at a later time.     Pay Equity: As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005, the Pay Equity Bill. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class in the payment of wages, and we do not screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. Please visit http://www.oregon.gov/das/hr/pages/equity.aspx for more information. Please note: the salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95% (6% goes to PERS and .95% covers payroll taxes). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.     Work Authorization: DEQ does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. DEQ is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.     Questions/Need Help? If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Maddy Ouye, Human Resources Analyst, at maddy.ouye@deq.oregon.gov or (503) 347-5759. TTY users: please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.   Are you interested in an Informational Interview with DEQ to learn more about working at DEQ, how current DEQ employees got to where they are today, and what opportunities there may be for you at DEQ? Please go here and complete the form: https://www.oregon.gov/deq/about-us/Pages/humanresources.aspx . Please note that informational interviews are not tied to an open recruitment. If you complete the form above, you will be put in the queue to have an informational interview with a Hiring Manager from our Informational Interview Registry.
  • Portland, Oregon, The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality strives to build and sustain an inclusive environment that embraces and values diversity. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or physical or mental disability. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the preferred qualification. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether or not you meet the qualifications of this position, please contact us to discuss your application.   Are you passionate about preserving, enhancing, and protecting Oregon’s environment? If so, please consider a career with the State of Oregon at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) . At DEQ, employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with maintaining, restoring, and enhancing the quality of Oregon’s air, land, and water. Here is a video about DEQ: https://youtu.be/E-Cs6M9AAlU   The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has a full-time permanent opportunity for a Hydrogeologist (Natural Resource Specialist 5 - Hydrogeologist) in Portland, Oregon. This position will be based out of DEQ’s Headquarters in Portland; however, the successful candidate may be eligible for hybrid work. The logistics of hybrid work will need to be worked out with the Hiring Manager prior to your hire and may be changed at any time given specific job duties and business needs. DEQ will provide necessary hardware (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and cell phone) for an employee to successfully work from home. This position will require some travel to DEQ offices and sites on an as-needed basis. At DEQ sites, you will have access to a workspace, however, it may be shared with other employees.   Please consider joining an innovative team, and work to advance our agency’s mission to protect and improve Oregon’s environmental quality. The Land Quality programs support this mission by assessing and managing environmental cleanups, promoting manufacturing and recycling of non-toxic commercial products, safely managing the disposal of solid and hazardous wastes, administering the state’s underground storage tank and heating oil tank programs, and responding to spills of oil and hazardous materials.   The Environmental Cleanup program ensures those responsible for contaminated sites take appropriate action; undertakes cleanup when necessary; and supports voluntary and independent cleanups to facilitate property transfers and redevelopment. The environmental goal is to minimize exposure to contaminants that have been released into the environment and present and unacceptable risk to people or the environment.   If you are interested in an opportunity to work with the Cleanup program, consider this position and the Remedial Action Hydrogeologist (Natural Resource Specialist 4 - Hydrogeologist) position at DEQ to start making an impact today!   Click here to view a map of all of the DEQ offices.     What you will do! You will serve as the Environmental Cleanup statewide expert in hydrogeology and contaminant fate and transport in the subsurface, as a primary technical resource of Agency Cleanup guidance and policy, and as a Project Manager resource for highly complex remediation sites. You will be the statewide and cross-program expert in hydrogeology, subsurface contaminant fate and transport, associated computational modeling, and chemical properties of hazardous substances. You will lead and support statewide policy, planning, development, and technical consultation on program improvement. Your work will entail program enhancements and development that will not be limited to a single area of expertise and may involve collaboration with hydrogeologists, engineers, risk assessors, toxicologists, IT specialists or data managers, laboratory specialists, and other agencies, including Oregon Health Authority and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, you will provide expert project management support for complex sites with NAPL and dissolved phase transport in the subsurface environment. You will have the opportunity to provide support statewide across all DEQ regions as you will serve as the subject matter expert and representative of the Cleanup program and DEQ on these topics across program and division within DEQ as well as with other tribal, national, regional, state, and local entities and agencies both public and private.   What’s in it for you! The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year. In addition, we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) . If you are passionate about Oregon's environment, apply today!   This is a full-time, AFSCME represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.     What are we looking for? Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in physical science, environmental science, natural resources, or a closely related field, AND 5 years of experience in a natural resource or environmental field ( an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable). At least 1 year of experience at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities. Current registration as an Oregon Professional Geologist, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.   Candidates who are most competitive will also reflect the following: Demonstrated understanding of environmental justice and the historical impacts for marginalized and underrepresented communities; ability to take personal responsibility for increasing their knowledge of environmental justice and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Demonstrated expert-level experience and current knowledge in hydrogeology and contaminant fate and transport in the subsurface, as well as site characterization, groundwater monitoring, soil and ground water contamination assessment, and corrective action for contamination problems. Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills; prior consulting or regulatory experience in a project manager role, including experience planning, leading, and implementing projects and programs. High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access), as well as computer programs such as Google Earth and Acrobat; demonstrated proficiency in data management and statistics; basic understanding of GIS and a robust understanding and proficiency in groundwater modeling. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to provide clear, concise, and compelling communication of policy and technical information tailored to the needs of diverse audiences; skill in writing and presenting clear and concise reports that include qualitative and quantitative analyses, recommendations, and conclusions to diverse audiences. Demonstrated experience with hydrogeological methods of analysis and interpretation related to chemical fate and transport in the subsurface using methods of computational geology, and principles of inorganic and organic chemistry and /or isotope geochemistry. Experience conducting independent analysis and evaluation of concentrations of regulated hazardous substances in groundwater using analytical or numerical modeling, particle flow path tracing, processes of advection, diffusion and/ or biodegradation and volatilization. Experience with statistical and numerical analysis techniques with geoscience data, includ­ing sampling methods, confidence intervals, least squares methods, correlation, time series analysis, and/or multivariate techniques.     Working Conditions: Primarily work in an office environment. Infrequent evening and weekend meetings; occasional travel in-state and out-of-state as an agency representative at meetings, conferences, workshops, and workgroups; infrequent visits to contaminated sites in the field. During field work, there may be the exposure to inclement weather, contaminated soil and water, fumes, and airborne contaminants.     How to Apply: (complete the application in full) External Applicants Click on the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information. Internal Applicants (current State of Oregon employees): Apply through your employee Workday account.  View this job aid for assistance.   Helpful Tips: Be sure to attach a resume and cover letter . Allow yourself plenty of time to complete and submit the application, resume, and cover letter. Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. This posting closes at 11:59 PM on the close date listed. Please save a copy of the job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job posting closes. Be sure to check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. Workday performs best in Google Chrome.   Please Note: In addition to your related work experience and education, DEQ will use the desired attributes and minimum qualifications above, under the “ What are we looking for? ” section to determine whom to interview. Please make sure your attributes and minimum qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application material.     Veterans Information: DEQ provides veterans’ preference points to all eligible veterans. For more information on veterans’ preference, please visit Veterans Resources , or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666. For privacy reasons, please do not attach veterans’ preference documents when initially applying. You will be asked to submit those at a later time.     Pay Equity: As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005, the Pay Equity Bill. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class in the payment of wages, and we do not screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. Please visit http://www.oregon.gov/das/hr/pages/equity.aspx for more information. Please note: the salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95% (6% goes to PERS and .95% covers payroll taxes). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.     Work Authorization: DEQ does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. DEQ is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.     Questions/Need Help? If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Grecia Lora Motz, Human Resources Analyst, at grecia.loramotz@deq.oregon.gov or (503) 863-0621. TTY users: please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.   Are you interested in an Informational Interview with DEQ to learn more about working at DEQ, how current DEQ employees got to where they are today, and what opportunities there may be for you at DEQ? Please go here and complete the form: https://www.oregon.gov/deq/about-us/Pages/humanresources.aspx . Please note that informational interviews are not tied to an open recruitment. If you complete the form above, you will be put in the queue to have an informational interview with a Hiring Manager from our Informational Interview Registry.
  • Wichita, Kansas, The Manager of Transportation Engineering & Data is responsible for managing Transportation Engineering & Data tasks pertaining to the planning process in the WAMPO region. This position is responsible for tasks related to transportation engineering, transportation modeling, transportation planning applications, transportation system performance metrics, data collection, data maintenance, data trends analysis, data presentation, and forecasting. This position is responsible for assisting in the administration of transportation-related programs and planning studies, transportation research and innovation, federal government transportation programs, data management, and grant administration. This position will assist in the MTP development, securing federal funding for transportation infrastructure investments (road, bridge, transit, and multimodal projects) in the WAMPO area through the development of transportation capital investment plans (TIP), long-range transportation plans, specific corridor studies, safety studies, and various other plans. This action is performed to ensure the region remains eligible to receive federal transportation funding and meets federal funding mandates. Duties:  Typical tasks and duties of the Manager of Transportation Engineering & Data may include, but are not limited to the following: Manage tasks related to transportation engineering, transportation demand modeling, transportation planning applications, transportation system performance metrics, data collection, data maintenance, data trends analysis, data presentation, and forecasting. Implement the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s transportation planning process for the WAMPO area in compliance with federal and state regulations. Assist Director of MPO in performing urban transportation planning activities and coordinating the regional planning program with federal and state activities, plans, and programs; ensure that the transportation planning process is performed in compliance with the currently effective UPWP. Prepare reports, develop and/or coordinate elements of the WAMPO Long Range Transpiration Plan including research and analysis of roads, bridges, public transportation, air, rail, freight, and non-motorized transportation. Develop population projections, maps, and financial forecasts for the Regional Plan and specific plans and analyze the environmental and societal impacts of transportation projects. Coordinate with team members in the development of MTP’s financial plan and forecasts. Coordinate transportation aspects of land development with the municipalities, developers, KDOT, FTA, and FHWA. Meet with local governments concerning transportation infrastructure from roadway systems and rail networks to pedestrian and bike facilities. Organize workshops and presentations for the purpose of informing local agencies on transportation issues affecting the region. Oversee the work of consultants retained to work on transportation projects. Prepare written reports, contractual agreements, project scopes, as well assist in preparation of RFP’s. Manage Transportation Team staff in the use of the region’s travel demand forecasting model, GIS and TransCAD, among other tools. Administer grants; review grant requests and assist local agencies in leveraging project grant funding. Conduct and participate in a Federal Certification Review, essentially an audit of the transportation planning process, conducted by a joint Federal Highway Administration/Federal Transit Administration review team. This audit ensures that the transportation planning process is being performed in a manner that meets federal requirements and ensures the region remains eligible to receive federal transportation infrastructure funds. This audit occurs every four years. Supervise direct reports, train direct reports, and assign tasks to direct reports. Other tasks as assigned by the supervisor. To apply: For more information visit www.wampo.org/wampo-is-hiring . Please send your resume, cover letter, and application to Chad Parasa, WAMPO Executive Director, director@wampo.org . Comprehensive knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures involved in transportation planning, engineering, metropolitan planning organization operations, and management. Knowledge of transportation engineering, traffic engineering and safety laws. Ability to oversee contract administration and implement good record keeping practices. Ability to write clear and concise reports as well as prepare grant proposals and administer grants. Ability to multitask and set priorities. Ability to utilize analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to support sound decision-making. Ability to build consensus and maintain a culture of collaboration. Skills in providing customer service. Ability to actively participate in and give back to the community through established professional organizations and networks. Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines Ability to maintain effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials and the general public. Ability to exercise sound judgment in project management roles. Ability to maintain integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of WAMPO. To be determined based on qualifications. Competitive salaries are offered at WAMPO.
  • Wichita, Kansas, The Principal Engineer is responsible for leading Transportation Engineering & Data tasks pertaining to the planning process in the WAMPO region. This position is responsible for tasks related to transportation engineering, transportation modeling, transportation planning applications, transportation system performance metrics, data collection, data maintenance, data trends analysis, data presentation, and forecasting. This position is responsible for assisting in the administration of transportation-related programs and planning studies, transportation research and innovation, federal government transportation programs, data management, and grant administration. Assist in the MTP development, securing federal funding for transportation infrastructure investments (road, bridge, transit, and multimodal projects) in the WAMPO area through the development of transportation capital investment plans (TIP), long-range transportation plans, specific corridor studies, safety studies, and various other plans. This action is performed to ensure the region remains eligible to receive federal transportation funding and meets federal funding mandates.   Duties:  Typical tasks and duties of the Principal Engineer may include, but are not limited to the following: Leading tasks related to transportation engineering, transportation demand modeling, transportation planning applications, transportation system performance metrics, data collection, data maintenance, data trends analysis, data presentation, and forecasting. Assist in the implementation of the Metropolitan Planning Organization’s transportation planning process for the WAMPO area in compliance with federal and state regulations. Assist the Manager and the Director of MPO in performing urban transportation planning activities and coordinating the regional planning program with federal and state activities, plans, and programs; ensure that the transportation planning process is performed in compliance with the currently effective UPWP. Prepare reports, develop and/or coordinate elements of the WAMPO Long Range Transpiration Plan including research and analysis of roads, bridges, public transportation, air, rail, freight, and non-motorized transportation. Develop population projections, maps, and financial forecasts for the Regional Plan and specific plans and analyze the environmental and societal impacts of transportation projects. Coordinate with team members in the development of MTP’s financial plan and forecasts. Coordinate transportation aspects of land development with the municipalities, developers, KDOT, FTA, and FHWA. Meet with local governments concerning transportation infrastructure from roadway systems and rail networks to pedestrian and bike facilities. Organize workshops and presentations for the purpose of informing local agencies on transportation issues affecting the region. Act in the role of Project Manager overseeing the work of consultants retained to work on transportation projects. Prepare written reports, contractual agreements, and project scopes, as well as assist in the preparation of RFPs. Assist the Manager and the Transportation Team staff in the use of the region’s travel demand forecasting model, GIS and TransCAD, among other tools. Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. To apply: For more information visit www.wampo.org/wampo-is-hiring . Please send your resume, cover letter, and application to Chad Parasa, WAMPO Executive Director, director@wampo.org Comprehensive knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures involved in transportation planning, engineering, metropolitan planning organization operations, and management. Knowledge of transportation engineering, traffic engineering and safety laws. Ability to oversee contract administration and implement good record keeping practices. Ability to write clear and concise reports as well as prepare grant proposals and administer grants. Ability to multitask and set priorities. Ability to utilize analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills to support sound decision-making. Ability to build consensus and maintain a culture of collaboration. Skills in providing customer service. Ability to actively participate in and give back to the community through established professional organizations and networks. Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines Ability to maintain effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials and the general public. Ability to exercise sound judgement in project management roles. Ability to maintain integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of WAMPO. Salary: To be determined based on qualifications. Competitive salaries are offered at WAMPO.
  • Greensboro, North Carolina, The Department of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management ( ISSCM ) in the Bryan School of Business at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro ( UNCG ) invites applications, expressions of interest, and nominations for a full-time position as  Associate Professor or Professor of Supply Chain and Operations Management  beginning August 1, 2023. If a suitable candidate cannot be found, applications for an academic year or a single semester as a Visiting Professor will be considered. A Visiting Professor’s appointment will commence on either August 1, 2023, for one academic year or January 2, 2024, for a single semester. We expect the selected candidate to conduct impactful research and teach courses in Supply Chain and Operations Management. As per  AACSB  accreditation standards, there is an expectation that the candidate’s research is tied to her or his teaching area. In addition, the selected candidate will also be expected to participate in department, school, and university initiatives, as well as hands-on projects.   The mission of the Department of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management   ( ISSCM ) is to provide high-quality programs in information systems and supply chain management. We achieve this by integrating quality education with relevant research and professional service for industry and academe. This endeavor produces principled leaders and exceptional problem solvers with an innovative mindset and a commitment to improve and sustain organizations in a global environment and the communities in which they live. The   ISSCM  Department  comprises faculty in the Information Systems and Supply Chain Management/Operations areas. As of fall 2022 the Department serves 383 undergraduate students and 164 graduate students, most of them in the MS in Information Technology & Management ( MSITM ) program or its stackable certificates in cyber security, business analytics, or supply chain management. The  ISSCM  Department has an active Ph.D. program in Information Systems. Both the BS in  ISSCM  and the  MSITM  programs are offered online and in person. All  ISSCM  offerings are well aligned with  SAS ,  SAP , and Red Hat, offering a pathway for the students to independently gain industry certifications. The department has active teaching and research relationships with several organizations with a presence in the region including Cone Health, Volvo Trucks North America, VF Corporation as well as multiple regional logistics and transportation organizations located in the area. Our faculty members are active in research and have published in such journals as  Information Systems Research ,   MIS  Quarterly ,  Journal of Management Information Systems ,  Management Science, Production and Operations Management, Journal of Cleaner Production, Decision Sciences , and other very high-quality journals. Faculty members in the Department have received external funding from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Labor, and the North Carolina Department of Transportation. For additional information about the position or to apply, please visit https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/postings/25349. AA/ EOE :  UNCG  is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please email us at askeeo@uncg.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree verified prior to start date. UNCG  participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Qualifications:  Applicants should hold a doctorate from an AACSB  or  EQUIS  accredited school with a specialization in Supply Chain Management or closely related areas such as Operations Management or Operations Research. Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience and evidence of successful high-quality refereed journal scholarship will be considered positively. Candidates should demonstrate a record of success and show promise of publishing in mainstream top-tier Operations and Supply Chain Management or Information Systems journals, such as those in the FT50 or  CABS  Academic Journal Guide at the 4 and 4* levels. Commensurate with experience. Full-time position is benefit earning.

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