Deputy Executive Director, Projects and Operations - Contra Costa Transportation Authority

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) manages Contra Costa County’s transportation sales tax program and oversees transportation planning efforts. With a staff of 27 people managing a multi-billion-dollar suite of projects and programs, CCTA is responsible for planning, funding, and delivering transportation infrastructure projects and programs throughout the county. Additionally, CCTA owns and operates GoMentum Station, the largest secured autonomous vehicle testing facility in the country, positioning the agency as a leader in transportation innovation. 

CCTA is seeking a Deputy Executive Director, Projects and Operations to be responsible for the successful delivery of CCTA’s capital improvement program including implementation of projects identified in the Expenditure Plan as well as other projects funded from grant or other outside sources. This includes overseeing planning, design, management, and performance of major infrastructure and innovative mobility projects, as well as leading the Authority’s expansion into digital traffic management and operational oversight.

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, traffic or transportation engineering, construction management, urban planning, or a related field from an accredited college or university, master’s degree preferred; and ten years of progressive supervisory and management experience within a public agency managing projects and transportation finance. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. A demonstrated understanding of State and Federal transportation funding and planning processes is required. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.

The salary range for this position will be $240,933 - $325,270 DOQ/E. CCTA provides an annual adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index and regularly performs compensation studies to ensure compensation rates remain competitive. Review the recruitment brochure at the application link for more benefits information.

Qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume by Friday, November 22, 2024 at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bakertilly/jobs/4708044/deputy-executive-director-projects-and-operations-contra-costa-transportation. Contact Michelle Lopez at Michelle.Lopez@bakertilly.com or 651-223-3061, or Anne Lewis at Anne.Lewis@bakertilly.com or 703-923-8214 for more information.

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