Job Listing ID:

4535995

Job Title:

Transit Director

Application Deadline:

08/30/2026

Job Location:

Bend

Date Posted:

07/24/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift

Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months SR You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.) Obtain Contact Information Job Summary Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council's Cascade East Transit (CET) is looking for a Transit Director. $8,027.00 - $12,881.00/Monthly, DOE and Qualifications. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in Public Transit Management who wants to lead one of Oregon's fastest growing transit systems. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with experience advancing mobility, stewarding complex regional systems, and driving innovative solutions in rural transportation. Demonstrated ability to build and leverage executive-level relationships with ODOT, legislators, and local governments is essential. Come work for CET and join an organization that serves as a trusted regional partner, strengthening communities across Central Oregon through collaboration, innovation, and impactful public service.

Summary of Duties:

The Transit Director is responsible for all aspects of Cascades East Transit (CET). This position oversees all Transportation planning, operations, development, budgeting and staffing; ensuring operational safety, effectiveness, and efficiency. This position oversees the development of transportation options that create a strong transportation system to meet the growing needs of the region. Provide internal and regional leadership on transportation issues, and developing partnerships and support for all Transportation programs.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

' Bachelor's degree in the field of business, public administration, transportation and mobility, transportation planning, logistics, civil engineering, or related field, plus four years of a progressively responsible combination of supervisory and program managerial service, in a public or private organization clearly transferable to a public transportation or transit setting; and responsibilities covering development of program policies and guidance, development of long- and short-range goals and plans, program evaluation, and budget preparation and accountability. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience to sufficiently perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. ' Broad-based and detailed knowledge of transportation and transit service development principles and practices. ' Ability to manage a large and complex department. ' Work independently and effectively under pressure without close supervision. ' Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally. ' Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and work as a team. ' Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills. ' Exhibit courtesy and professionalism to represent COIC in a manner that will maintain and promote the positive reputation of the organization. ' Exercise discretion in confidential matters. ' Ability to effectively instruct and direct staff by assigning, reviewing, and checking work. ' Ability to identify overall work objectives and priorities, and plan and carry out projects objectives. ' Must be proficient in the use of Excel, Word and MS Office Suite. Urban and Regional Planners Access our Statewide and Regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Driver License Information

Required:

Non-Commercial Drivers License Preferred:

Non-Commercial Drivers License Compensation $8,027.00 to $12,881.00 per Month Depending on Experience, Depending on Qualifications

Benefits Offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Sick Leave, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Retirement, Travel Expenses

Additional Benefits:

Benefits include health, vision, and dental. One low monthly premium will cover you and your dependents. Earn vacation and sick time from day one and employer paid retirement! Other benefits available. Job Requirements

Experience Required:

At least 4 years

Education Required:

Bachelors

Minimum Age:

18

Education Major:

business, public administration, transportation and mobility, transportatio

Employer Will Perform:

Background Check