Plan, direct, manage, and oversee the operations of the Transportation Unit, which includes engineering, transportation planning, active transportation, project management, and signs/signals/streetlight maintenance. Maintains liaisons with individuals, units, and organizations and acts independently on technical matters pertaining to the Transportation Unit. The knowledge and expertise required for this position results from extensive progressive experience in the areas of transportation planning, engineering, and maintenance. Provide highly complex support to the Public Services Administrator in the field of Transportation and assist in responding to inquiries from the City Administrator’s Office, elected officials, and other agencies.
Education, Training and Experience Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (with a focus on Transportation Engineering), Urban Planning (with a focus on Transportation Planning), Public Administration or a related field
At least 10 years of progressive transportation experience including non-motorized transportation experience
At least two years of management experience
The City of Ann Arbor will consider an alternative combination of education and experience
Education, Training and Experience Preferred:
Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering (with a focus on Transportation Engineering), Urban Planning (with a focus on Transportation Planning), or Public Administration or a related field
Licensing Requirements:
Valid Driver’s License; AND
One of the following:
Professional Engineering License in the State of Michigan (PE) or the ability to obtain a Michigan License within 12 months; OR
Certification by American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
The city of Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a vibrant community located 40 miles southwest of Detroit. The city was founded in 1824 and became the seat of Washtenaw County soon after. Ann Arbor has 119,000 residents, spans 28.6 square miles, and is frequently recognized as a foremost place to live, learn, work, thrive and visit.
The city’s mission is to deliver exceptional services that sustain and enhance a vibrant, safe and diverse community.