Visionary Transit CEO

KL2Connects; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 199,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) seeks a Chief Executive Officer to be the agency’s public face and lead a dynamic transit organization. The CEO will report to the Board of Commissioners, shape strategy, and ensure safe, reliable transportation across the seven-county metro while advancing regional goals.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in public administration and executive leadership, with at least nine years in public sector leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum nine years of executive-level public administration experience.
• Experience in public transit preferred.
• Ability to develop policies, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of agency policies and initiatives.
• Oversee senior leadership team and operations.
• Ensure financial sustainability and budget adherence.
• Cultivate external relationships with government, business, and community partners.

Skills

Executive leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Public administration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Planning, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) seeks a Chief Executive Officer to be the agency’s public face and lead a dynamic transit organization. The CEO will report to the Board of Commissioners, shape strategy, and ensure safe, reliable transportation across the seven-county metro while advancing regional goals.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in public administration and executive leadership, with at least nine years in public sector leadership.