Transportation Director

American Society of Plumbing Engineers; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Roswell, Georgia is seeking a Transportation Director to oversee the planning and maintenance of the city's roadway network. This role involves strategic planning, budget management, and ensuring safe operations of transportation services, requiring significant engineering experience and a professional engineering license.

Qualifications

• Ten years of engineering or project management experience required.
• Professional Engineer’s license in Georgia.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees operations of the Transportation Department.
• Manages personnel functions and resolves employee relations issues.
• Prepares and administers departmental budget.

Skills

Leadership

Judgment

Data Analysis

Problem Resolution

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this classification is to direct, develop, plan, and control the operations of the Transportation Department, including the planning, design, operations, and maintenance of the City of Roswell roadway network. This classification is responsible for formulating policy recommendations and procedures, developing and obtaining resources, directing operations through subordinate supervisors, assessing operations, and identifying current and projected transportation needs and developing plans to meet those needs. Under the general direction of the Deputy City Administrator for Infrastructure, the Transportation Director has the ultimate responsibility for the delivery of transportation services for the City of Roswell.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manages personnel functions for the department; plans and oversees the work of subordinate managers who supervise staff; resolves employee relations issues; hires, promotes, discharges personnel as appropriate; prepares performance evaluations; investigates complaints; ensures staff understands responsibilities; provides training and resources; prepares and reviews reports of employee injuries.
• Formulates, implements, and updates policy recommendations and procedures; plans, develops, and directs department operations; assesses effectiveness and implements changes; develops strategic plans and departmental mission and vision.
• Ensures safe operations of the multi-modal transportation infrastructure for the movement of citizens and goods by strategizing, directing, developing, planning, and controlling transportation department operations.
• Plans, directs, and oversees operations including road and bridge maintenance, traffic operations, traffic signals, signing, pavement markings, street lighting, sidewalks, trails, and roadway improvements.
• Prepares, administers, and defends the departmental budget; allocates resources; develops funding proposals; manages impact fees and bond funds; ensures proper cost accounting for funded projects.
• Performs public relations duties including responding to media and public inquiries, resolving complaints, making public addresses, representing the city at regional functions, and participating in interviews.
• Develops and implements strategic plans and long/short-term goals; makes recommendations for inclusion in bond and capital programs.
• Reviews recommendations for speed limits, signage, and traffic operation exceptions.
• Determines property acquisition needs for transportation projects, ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Directs development of criteria for outside services; negotiates contracts; reviews proposals; resolves conflicts; makes recommendations to city officials.
• Oversees road and street maintenance programs.
• Follows safety procedures; reports unsafe conditions; uses safety equipment; monitors work environment.
• Maintains current knowledge of policies, regulations, and industry trends; participates in continuing education and professional activities.
• Participates in meetings, committees, and community events; provides information and presentations as needed.
• Monitors inventory levels; ensures availability of materials; initiates procurement requests.
• Coordinates emergency response activities with other agencies.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, transportation, or related field required; Master’s preferred; ten (10) years of engineering or project management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Professional Engineer’s license in Georgia.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license with satisfactory MVR.

Special Requirements:

• None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of transportation-related codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Ability to learn and apply city policies and procedures.
• Ability to analyze data and develop innovative strategies.
• Ability to function as a department director with significant external and internal interaction.
• Ability to operate equipment and tools used in transportation operations.
• Proficiency with reference and data systems.
• Mathematical and analytical skills for calculations and data analysis.
• Leadership and judgment skills for organizational management and problem resolution.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires exerting moderate effort, including some lifting (12-20 pounds), extended periods at a computer, and the ability to perceive colors, sounds, odors, and visual cues. Communication skills are also necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is generally performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Note: The City reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This description is not a contractual employment agreement.

The City of Roswell, Georgia, is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment practices.