Director of Transportation & Multi-Modal Planning

City-of-Raleigh-N; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Raleigh seeks a forward-thinking Director of Transportation to lead multi-modal planning and operations for a growing city. The role oversees transit, parking, road maintenance, and engineering for a comprehensive transportation system, reporting to the Assistant City Manager and collaborating with city leadership.

The candidate will guide strategic plans, manage budgets, and build strong relationships with regional partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning, traffic engineering, civil engineering, traffic engineering, public administration, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Transportation Department operations and programs; coordinate strategic planning and multi-modal initiatives.
• Direct staff supervision including performance evaluations, hiring, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and manage department budgets; monitor expenditures and ensure compliance.
• Represent the City in discussions with City management, regional partners and various agencies.
• Develop short- and long-term goals and oversee contracts and program status communications.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in urban planning/transportation planning/public administration

Job description

City of Raleigh seeks a forward-thinking Director of Transportation to lead multi-modal planning and operations for a growing city. The role oversees transit, parking, road maintenance, and engineering for a comprehensive transportation system, reporting to the Assistant City Manager and collaborating with city leadership.

The candidate will guide strategic plans, manage budgets, and build strong relationships with regional partners.