Cascadia Director of Operations & Strategy

State of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid remote work options

Paid holidays

Vacation days up to 25 per year

Tuition assistance and retirement plan

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks a forward-thinking Cascadia Director of Operations to help shape the region's future by advancing Cascadia High-Speed Rail and the I-5 Program in the Seattle area. This role oversees studies, funding strategies, environmental reviews, design, construction, and future operations across a major cross-border initiative.

You will coordinate with regional, state and international partners, provide executive-level direction, manage risk,

Qualifications

• Complex policy, engineering and interagency issues with public impact.
• Knowledge of public-sector finance, budgeting and governance.
• Ability to navigate policy direction, funding, safety and delivery.
• Ability to solve problems requiring cross-disciplinary input and negotiations.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans with measurable objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program planning, funding strategies and environmental reviews.
• Provide executive oversight for program and financial management plans.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and performance objectives.
• Collaborate with HQ divisions, regional offices and partners to deliver programs.
• Guide strategic planning, decision making and governance execution.

Skills

Complex Issue Resolution

Public Sector Finance and Governance

Leadership in Decision-Making

Integrated Problem Solving

Policy Formulation and Organizational

Growth Mindset

Service-Oriented

Executive Communication and Representa

High-Level Negotiation and External

Adaptive Executive Leadership

Change Leadership and Organizational

Public Trust, Transparency, and Stew

Executive Talent Development

Transportation/Civil Engineering Knowl

Education and Professional Expertise

Complex Transportation Program Manag

Transportation and Engineering Program

Senior-Level Organizational Leadership

Education

Advanced degree or equivalent education

Job description

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks a forward-thinking Cascadia Director of Operations to help shape the region's future by advancing Cascadia High-Speed Rail and the I-5 Program in the Seattle area. This role oversees studies, funding strategies, environmental reviews, design, construction, and future operations across a major cross-border initiative.

You will coordinate with regional, state and international partners, provide executive-level direction, manage risk,