Transportation Director

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Salem (OR)

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USD 180,000 - 230,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Oregon Department of Transportation in Salem seeks an executive leader to guide the multimodal transportation system and oversee a large organization. You will set strategic priorities, manage the biennial budget, and lead critical programs ensuring safety, reliability and innovation across Oregon’s transportation network.

The role requires extensive executive experience, strong stakeholder engagement, and the ability to navigate complex political environments while delivering results for the

Qualifications

Twelve years of management experience in a public or private organization with program rules, long- and short-range planning, evaluation and budget prep.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required under the nine-year pathway.
Valid U.S. driver license and acceptable driving record
Executive leadership experience managing a complex, high-profile public agency
Ability to build and maintain trust with public and high-level stakeholders
Experience navigating complex political environments, fiscal constraints and diverse stakeholder interests
Knowledge of the transportation industry and state- and federal-level sector issues, trends and challenges
Exceptional communication skills
Complete application or attach resume, cover letter and questionnaire
Dates (MM/YYYY) required for each employer in submitted experience fields or resume
Applicants must be able to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship offered
Final candidates subject to criminal background, driver license, LEDS and/or education verification checks as applicable

Responsibilities

Establish strategic priorities and administer Oregon’s multimodal transportation system
Provide executive leadership for ODOT’s operations, programs, budget and resources
Lead approximately 4,800 employees across Oregon
Oversee safe, reliable and efficient operation, maintenance and improvement of the transportation system
Ensure compliance with state and federal transportation laws, regulations and policies
Oversee development and implementation of ODOT’s $6.1 billion biennial budget
Steward public resources, pursue funding opportunities and deliver major transportation investments and capital projects
Advise and work with the governor, legislators and Oregon Transportation Commission
Build relationships with local, tribal, state and federal partners, community organizations, industry and the public
Represent ODOT before elected officials, transportation partners, media and the public
Lead long-term transportation planning and innovation
Provide executive leadership during transportation disruptions, emergencies and critical incidents
Foster collaboration, inclusion, continuous improvement and public service

Skills

Executive leadership

Budget preparation

Stakeholder engagement

Transportation industry knowledge

Program development

Communication skills

Public agency leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Professional License

Certification in Transportation

Certification in Public Administration

Certification in Business

Certification in Finance

Job description

Establish strategic priorities and administer Oregon’s multimodal transportation system
Provide executive leadership for ODOT’s operations, programs, budget and resources
Lead approximately 4,800 employees across Oregon
Oversee safe, reliable and efficient operation, maintenance and improvement of the transportation system
Ensure compliance with state and federal transportation laws, regulations and policies
Oversee development and implementation of ODOT’s $6.1 billion biennial budget
Steward public resources, pursue funding opportunities and deliver major transportation investments and capital projects
Advise and work with the governor, legislators and Oregon Transportation Commission
Build relationships with local, tribal, state and federal partners, community organizations, industry and the public
Represent ODOT before elected officials, transportation partners, media and the public
Lead long-term transportation planning and innovation
Provide executive leadership during transportation disruptions, emergencies and critical incidents
Foster collaboration, inclusion, continuous improvement and public service

Requirements

Twelve years of management experience in a public or private organization, including responsibility for development of program rules and policies, development of long- and short-range goals and plans, program evaluation, and budget preparation; OR nine years of such management experience plus a bachelor’s degree in a related field
Bachelor’s degree in a related field required under the nine-year experience pathway
Valid U.S. driver license and acceptable driving record
Professional license, certification or other advanced credential relevant to transportation, engineering, public administration, business, finance or another directly related field is desirable
Executive leadership experience managing a complex, high-profile public agency
Ability to build and maintain trust with public and high-level stakeholders
Experience navigating complex political environments, competing priorities, fiscal constraints and diverse stakeholder interests
Knowledge of the transportation industry and state- and federal-level sector issues, trends and challenges
Exceptional communication skills
Complete application or attach resume, cover letter and questionnaire
Dates (MM/YYYY) required for each employer in submitted experience fields or resume
Applicants must be able to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship offered
Final candidates subject to criminal background, driver license, LEDS and/or education verification checks as applicable

Core Competencies

Demonstrates executive leadership in managing complex public transportation systems, with a focus on strategic planning, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. Possesses extensive knowledge of transportation industry regulations and the ability to navigate political environments effectively.

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