Section Manager - Transportation

District of North Vancouver; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader as the Section Manager, Transportation. This exciting role involves overseeing transportation initiatives, leading a skilled team in planning and implementing strategies that enhance mobility and safety for the community. You will play a crucial role in shaping transportation policies and engaging with stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of projects that align with the District's vision. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the community and possess a strong background in transportation engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in transportation and mobility planning.
• Expertise in transportation engineering and planning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transportation initiatives and projects.
• Oversee planning, feasibility, and public engagement.

Skills

Transportation Engineering

Mobility Planning

Public Engagement

Policy Development

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC’s Top Employers for six years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine day fortnight. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver.

Position Overview

The District is embarking on an ambitious plan in the years ahead to improve the quality of life for our community, with one of our key focus areas being the mobility and transportation needs of those that live, work, study and play here in supporting our Official Community Plan goals.

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader as the Section Manager, Transportation. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering Services, this role is responsible for oversight and delivery of District transportation initiatives, leading a team of technical and professional staff in the planning, development, design and implementation of transportation strategies, policies and plans that support capital and asset management planning for the District. You will provide subject matter expertise and leadership while overseeing planning, feasibility, public engagement, policy, and design development of transportation initiatives of local, neighbourhood and regional significance, that includes active transportation network expansion, transit expansion and supportive infrastructure, traffic calming, road safety and other measures that align with the District’s transportation vision.

Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage transportation initiatives and projects.
2. Oversee planning, feasibility, public engagement, policy, and design development.
3. Provide expertise in transportation engineering and planning.
4. Negotiate complex issues with public and private organizations.
5. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

You have a degree in Civil Engineering plus a minimum of seven years’ progressive experience in a transportation and mobility planning and design, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Municipal, transportation agency, highway agency or major transit project delivery is an asset. A valid Driver’s Licence is required.

Details

Hours of Work: 35-hour work week (Compressed work schedule available)

Apply

The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, a demonstrated understanding of safety, a commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, and a willingness to take further safety training as required, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line by September 8th, 2024, to be considered. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you. We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is to be determined per annum (2024 rates).

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: JP#24-56
Job Open Date: 08/15/2024
Job Close Date: 09/08/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants: N/A