Executive Director, Streetcar & Urban Growth

Mass Transit magazine; Omaha (NE); Presencial; USD 187.000 - 222.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance with major medical, &

HSA contributions

Pension or municipal retirement

Paid holidays and generous leave

Descripción de la vacante

Omaha Streetcar Authority is seeking an Executive Director in Omaha, Nebraska. You will provide strategic leadership, oversee capital projects, manage budgets, and drive grant opportunities for the city’s streetcar system.

Reporting to the Board, you will coordinate with City of Omaha and Metro Transit, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance while promoting transit-oriented development and strong public/private partnerships.

Formación

• Executive leadership experience in public or non-profit sectors.
• Strong knowledge of FTA regulations and public transit operations.
• Experience with municipal finance, redevelopment financing, and revenue generation.
• Proven ability to build consensus among governmental and private entities.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred; valid driver’s license desired.

Responsabilidades

• Provide Strategic Leadership & Oversight: Direct daily operations of the OSA and its operations/management contractor. Prepare long-term financing proposals, operating plans, and strategic initiatives for consideration by the OSA Board.
• Oversee Capital Projects & Construction: Lead capital construction, track systems, overhead wires, and facility development—including the Vehicle Maintenance Facility—while monitoring contracts to ensure on-time performance, preventative maintenance, and strict performance metrics.
• Manage Fiscal Operations & Revenue: Administer budget allocations, evaluate operating and general streetcar funds, assess project needs, and oversee bond data preparation and fiscal audits in collaboration with the City of Omaha. Pursue revenue generation through streetcar sponsorships and advertising.
• Ensure Regulatory & Safety Compliance: Serve as the designated Accountable Executive for Transit Asset Management (TAM) and Public Transportation Agency Safety Plans (PTASP) under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations. Maintain full compliance with ADA, Title VI, National Transit Database (NTD) reporting, and State Safety Oversight obligations.
• Foster Economic Development & Partnerships: Drive policies that encourage complementary development along the streetcar corridor. Serve as the primary interlocal liaison between the City of Omaha and Metro Transit, while cultivating strong working alliances with business leaders, elected officials, regional partners, and community stakeholders.
• Secure Grants & Lead Public Relations: Research, write, and manage federal and state grant opportunities. Serve as the chief media representative and spokesperson to promote the streetcar system, advance transit-oriented development, and advocate for sustainable transportation options.

Conocimientos

Executive leadership

FTA regulations

Public funding & finance

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration / Business Administration / Transportation Management or Urban Planning

Descripción del empleo

Omaha Streetcar Authority is seeking an Executive Director in Omaha, Nebraska. You will provide strategic leadership, oversee capital projects, manage budgets, and drive grant opportunities for the city’s streetcar system.

Reporting to the Board, you will coordinate with City of Omaha and Metro Transit, ensuring safety, compliance, and performance while promoting transit-oriented development and strong public/private partnerships.