Director of Transit Planning Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida

Director of Transit Planning Palm Tran – 3.6 West Palm Beach, FL Job Details Full-time From $103,371.84 a year 1 day ago Benefits 457(b) Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Managerial strategic planning Strategic goal setting Management Bachelor’s degree in urban planning Route planning Master’s degree 8 years Public Administration Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Transportation planning projects Bachelor’s degree in public administration AICP Certification Senior level Business Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a highly responsible senior executive position. An employee in this executive position organizes, directs, coordinates and oversees, the activities of Palm Tran’s Planning Division including; scheduling, bus stops and shelters, strategic planning, grants programming, and research and analysis. Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the position is responsible for carrying out long and short-range transportation system planning initiatives and funding support. Focuses on strategic plan implementation that supports a comprehensive approach to meeting the transportation needs of the county; oversees the development of transportation system plans, transit route planning, evaluating proposed service adjustments, and coordinating with key agencies.

EXAMPLE OF WORK

Manages the work of transportation planning division including; assigning, planning, and reviewing work, evaluating work performance and completing performance evaluations, coordinating activities, maintaining standards, allocating personnel, selecting new employees, training, acting on employee problems, and recommending and implementing employee discipline. Monitors staff performance, and coaches for improvement and development. Plan, organize and manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements. Develops and implements Division plans, policies and procedures to achieve annual goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Transportation, Urban Planning, Engineering, Business, Public Administration or related field; plus, eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in transit planning; or an equivalent combination of related training and experience. Experience must include five (5) years in a senior management capacity. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

PREFERENCES

Master’s degree in business or public administration or related field American Institution of Certified Planners (AICP) certification

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $103,371.84 per year

Benefits:

457(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Holidays Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person