What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Director position at WTS International?
The Town of Jackson, WY could be your next home as the Transit Director of Southern Teton Area Rapid Transit (START). Located in a vibrant and engaged community, Jackson is one of the most stunningly beautiful areas of the American West. KL2 Connects LLC has been retained by the Town of Jackson, Wyoming to identify and present outstanding candidates for the Transit Director position at START.
START is a public bus service provided by the Town of Jackson and Teton County. The START system is overseen by a seven-member Joint Powers Board and is funded partially by the Town of Jackson, Teton County, and the federal government. START operates year-round service on six fixed public bus routes. While the intensity of the commuter, corridor, and circulator routes vary by season, its annual ridership exceeds one million individuals.
Nestled in the Jackson Hole Valley at the dazzling intersection of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Jackson offers a magnitude of amenities and entertainment. Its access to major skiing and hiking areas makes this small town a lively hub for outdoor activities in all seasons.
START’s Transit Director provides professional oversight of all transit functions for the Town of Jackson and Teton County including departmental compliance, policy recommendations to elected and appointed board, and involvement in all stages of grant work and strategic planning in coordination with the Regional Transportation Planning Administrator. The Transit Director provides significant professional contributions to the Town Manager’s staff-level leadership team.
Minimum Requirements :
- A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, transportation planning, or a related field.
- Five (5) years of increasingly responsible, professional experience in the mass transit field with supervisory duties.
- The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in a related field.
- Any combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
This excellent career opportunity offers an attractive compensation, benefits, and relocation package. To be considered, please visit Jobs.KL2Connects.com , select the START listing, and upload a letter of interest, resume, salary expectations, and four (4) to five (5) professional references (preferably supervisory and including each reference’s name, title, email, phone, and relationship to you). START values equal opportunity at all levels; diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. For additional information on this position, please connect with KL2’s Bob Babbitt and Kristen Joyner at Bob@KL2Connects.com and Kristen@KL2Connects.com .
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