Transportation Manager (Exempt)
Transportation Manager (Exempt)
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$ 172963 - 212374
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The Position
The City of Oakland is an equal-opportunity employer that values workforce diversity inclusion and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the citys historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establishan environment that embraces the richness of culture community and individualism of employees.
Why Join the City of Oaklands Department of TransportationWe are looking for someone who is:The Transportation Manager is a management level classification with responsibility for overall administration of transportation personnel budget programs and projects within a division of the department. This manager position will oversee the Citys Complete Streets Infrastructure Division including management of approximately 30 employees. The Transportation Manager plays a key role in establishing processes and policies to effectively deliver Oakland Citywide Resurfacing (aka paving) and Pedestrian Right-of-Way capital programs including ensuring equitable delivery of these important programs.
The Resurfacing Program is Oaklands largest capital program with expenditures of approximately $50M annually and the Pedestrian Right-of-Way program seeks to implement comprehensive sidewalk and curb ramp improvements to ensure ADA compliance on all public streets. Collectively these ambitious programs represent a historic investment in rebuilding Oaklands streets following decades of disinvestment. OakDOT seeks a leader with experience managing staff of various disciplines an understanding of systems and processes and strong policy background as it pertains to capital program management and project delivery.
The duties performed involve the exercise of considerable discretion and latitude of judgment in the formulation and development of policies and procedures including representing the Department in meetings with other departments agencies and contractors. The Transportation Manager is responsible for operationalizing broad policy direction including identifying and implementing process improvements supervising and mentoring staff and suggesting modifications to Oakland codes and construction requirements. The incumbent receives general administrative direction from an Assistant Director or other executive management staff and exercises general direction over professional technical and clerical staff. This classification is distinguished from the higher-level Assistant Director which is responsible for overseeing multiple divisions and assisting the Director with oversight of the department.
Able todemonstrateextensive management transportation or public works project and/or program planning experience.
Experienced working in multi-disciplinary outcome-oriented teams.
Able to focus on long-term plans even when dealing with urgent day-to-day challenges.
A fair patient kind and confident leader who listens to their staff andremainscalm indifficult situations.
Well-versed in the historic and ongoing structural and implicit barriers that have created todays inequities and is committed to serving in a manner dedicated toeliminatingthose barriers.
Experienced and excited about community engagement.
Patient and persistent about achieving meaningful change even when available resources fall short of needs.
What you will typically be responsible for:Overseeing the development of programs that support safe and complete streets in Oakland.
Planning organizing managing participating in and directing the work of the Complete Streets Infrastructure Division.
Developing and implementing policies methods and procedures for the Complete Streets Infrastructure Division including operating and capital budgets.
Preparing and presenting staff reports to the City Council Mayor City Administrator committees and the community.
Attending community meetings and making commitments to resolve problems on behalf of the Complete Streets Infrastructure Division and the department.
Responding to requests and inquiries from the public elected officials and other agencies; and providing quality customer service to internal and external clients.
Selecting training and supervising staff;establishingperformance goals conducting performance evaluations fostering teamwork and collaboration and providing training and staff development.
Working in partnership and collaboration with other sections of the department; taking oversight responsibility for engaging Oaklands diverse communities in plans programs and projects including the staffs preparation of materials identification of meeting sites and engagement techniques.
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Working for the City of Oakland
Read the complete class specification here:Transportation Manager
A few reasons you might love this job:- You will work with passionate talented skilled diverse and problem-solving colleagues at OakDOT- as well as within the City of Oakland.
- You will work in a local government with core values grounded in equity sustainability safety and transparency in service to Oakland residents.
- You will work in the beautiful City of Oakland California a bay area community with a rich history diverse residents and array of social and cultural institutions that all benefit from a safe sustainable equitable transportation system that OakDOT is tasked to deliver.
A few challenges you might face in this job:- OakDOT is currently challenged with 20-30% staff vacancies depending on the section however a significant focus on recruitment and retention is underway.
- Like many organizations OakDOT is working to adapt to the many changes demands and needs associated with or exacerbated by the pandemic - and to support our staff through these challenges.
- There is a high level of need for traffic safety improvements and transportation maintenance throughout Oakland that exceeds available resources - which requires a focus on equity prioritization systems development and management and ongoing communications to elected officials and residents.
Competencies Required:- Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
- Coaching & Developing Others:Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
- Critical Thinking:Analytically and logically evaluating Information propositions and claims
- Decision Making:Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
- Driving Results:Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence
- Establishing Credibility: Doing what one commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others
- Handling Stress:Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure challenge or adversity
- Innovative Problem Solving:Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new and better ways of doing things
- Leadership:Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
- Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration:Demonstrating cooperation and teamwork while working within and across divisions functions or teams
- Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding interpreting and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- Managing Performance:Ensuring superior individual and group performance
- Negotiating: Reaching mutually satisfying agreements and compromise
- Political & Organizational Savvy:Working skillfully with politics procedures and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries
- Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
Minimum Requirements for Application
- The following qualifications are guidelines as the appointing authority has broad discretion in filling positions in this classificationEducation:A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering traffic/transportation engineering or electrical engineering transportation urban or regional planning public policy business administration or a related field.Experience:Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in transportation or public works public sector management or a closely related field with a minimum of three (3) years at the supervisory level.
- License or Certificate / Other Requirements:
Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Drivers License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.
Engineering licenses and certifications from professional organizations are highly desirable.
Supplemental Information
The Recruitment Process:
This is an at-will position exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules per Charter Section 902(f). All applications received will be forwarded to the Department of Transportation for further consideration.For recruitment specific questions please contact Justine Colon at .
Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Whats in it for youSalary: $172963.80 - $212374.44 Annually
15 paid holidays
Vacation: 2-weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2%@ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem Blue Shield United Health Care and other HMO and PPO plans
Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year
Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training. *Please Note: Salary is negotiable within the defined range depending on qualifications. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at: Working for Oakland
Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.
Disaster Service WorkersAll employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.How to ApplyApply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system.
APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY.You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at:
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
