Sustainable Transportation

RideWise Inc. is hiring a full-time Sustainable Transportation Coordinator & Data Specialist in Somerville, NJ. This role involves collecting, analyzing, and managing data related to sustainable travel, including biking and walking. Responsibilities include data analysis, community assessments, and collaboration with local governments. Candidates should have relevant skills in data management and GIS, along with a bachelor's degree in a related field. Benefits include medical insurance and retirement plans.
RideWise Inc., a Somerville nonprofit dedicated to promoting safe and sustainable travel, is excited to announce an opening for a full-time Sustainable Transportation Coordinator & Data Specialist. This grant-funded role provides an opportunity to work on meaningful projects and programs that support bicycling, walking, transit use, and clean air. The position also involves collecting, analyzing, and managing program data related to bicycles, pedestrians, transit, air quality, and demographics to support agency programming and decision-making. This is not an IT role.

Responsibilities include:
Research and collection of data

Data analysis, reporting, and visualization using mapping/ArcGis

Install portable speed sentry and collect/analyze the data.

Install portable air quality monitor and collect/analyze the data.

Conduct community safety assessments for walking and biking

Collaborate with municipal and county governments to support EV charging/installation

Collaborate with municipal and county governments on safely integrating micromobility vehicles

Guide local government on the education and adoption of Complete/Livable Streets

Work schedule:
This full-time, hourly role is based at the Somerville office, Monday to Friday. Overtime is not required. Scheduling is flexible as long as most work is performed during standard office hours.

Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance (employer-sponsored)
401(k) or Roth retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Essential skills:

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about sustainable transportation. The ideal candidate is skilled in organizing, planning, and independently managing multiple tasks and priorities. Essential skills for this role include:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MSTeams)

Familiarity with geographic information systems (GIS)

Strong organizational, analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in database management – Excel or Microsoft Access

Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively translate complex data into understandable reports and recommendations for funders and stakeholders.

A bachelor's degree in a related field such as transportation planning, statistics, data science, mathematics, or computer science (this is not an IT role).

Demonstrated ability to collaborate across inter-departmental teams e.g. marketing, project/program specialists)

Managing projects with minimal supervision and tight deadlines

Excellent data analysis skills; the ability to translate data into uncomplicated terms

Having a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, valid vehicle insurance, and good driving record to get to/from the office and for travel and fieldwork throughout Somerset County.

Being able to lift 25 pounds (to transport equipment, program materials)

Nonprofit experience is a plus

Familiarity with Somerset County a plus

Applicants must be a United States citizen or permanently authorized to work in the United States full-time without needing an employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our dedication to promoting safe and sustainable transportation for all. Apply today by sending a resume and cover letter telling us about you. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. No phone calls, please.