Director of Transit Strategy & Innovation

DeKalb County; Decatur (GA); Sur place; USD 116 000 - 186 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

DeKalb County in Georgia seeks an executive to lead the county’s transit strategy, policy development, and capital investments, guiding long-range mobility and ensuring compliance with laws. The role serves as advisor to CEO and leadership on transit performance and investment strategies.

The position directs major transit planning initiatives, coordinates with regional and federal partners, and oversees governance, safety, and organizational excellence across transit programs and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Transportation Management, or a related field required, Master’s preferred.
• 10 years of progressively responsible experience in transit or transportation management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

Responsabilités

• Directs enterprise transit strategy and policy development; establishes long-range mobility vision aligned with county priorities.
• Directs financial strategy and capital investment planning; develops operating and capital budgets; Secures funding opportunities.
• Leads regional/state/local partnerships and public engagement; represents the county's transit priorities in intergovernmental coordination.
• Provides executive leadership; evaluates staff and consultants; enforces safety, performance, and governance standards.
• Drives innovation in mobility; oversees adoption of new technologies and data-driven performance tools; aligns with sustainability goals.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic planning

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Transportation Management, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Description du poste

DeKalb County in Georgia seeks an executive to lead the county’s transit strategy, policy development, and capital investments, guiding long-range mobility and ensuring compliance with laws. The role serves as advisor to CEO and leadership on transit performance and investment strategies.

The position directs major transit planning initiatives, coordinates with regional and federal partners, and oversees governance, safety, and organizational excellence across transit programs and projects.