Executive Managing Director

Road Commission for Oakland County•Beverly Hills, MI

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About The Position

The Executive Managing Director manages all aspects of the operation of the Road Commission of Oakland County (RCOC), described as Michigan’s largest and most active county road commission. The agency has a current budget of $270 million, jurisdiction over more than 2,700 miles of roads, and approximately 460 union and non-union employees, serving a county of nearly 1.3 million residents. The role provides leadership and direction for the agency, works collaboratively with the Board of County Road Commissioners, and carries out Board policies. It oversees road services, operations, finances, regulatory compliance, government and community relationships, and communication with the public and media. The Executive Managing Director also represents the agency in professional organizations and other forums and keeps current on transportation-related technical and financial issues. The position may require responding to emergencies 24/7, sometimes on short notice, and travel throughout Michigan.

Requirements

At least 15 years of progressively more responsible experience in public administration, civil engineering, or urban transportation.
At least 10 years of experience working for a road commission or county roads department.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in public administration, transportation planning, civil engineering, or an equivalent field.
Familiarity with Microsoft-based computer programs and other information-processing systems.
Proven high standard of professional discretion, managerial and operational prowess, and community collaboration.
Willingness and ability to travel throughout Michigan.
Possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan driver’s license.
Be legally eligible to work in the United States and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction for the entire agency.
Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with the Board of County Road Commissioners and carry out policies enacted by the Board.
Monitor and analyze critical information and trends related to RCOC and the road industry.
Build and maintain relationships with local, county, and state governments and represent the agency’s interests.
Advance the agency’s interests by participating in professional organizations, committees, conferences, and meetings.
Assume responsibility for county road services by establishing, monitoring, and improving operational functions.
Monitor and meet mandated financial objectives, including presiding over budgetary and financial strategy and planning.
Monitor and comply with federal, state, and local road- and transportation-related regulations.
Promote county road services with federal, state, and local politicians and officials and the media, and oversee these activities when carried out by support staff.
Provide transparency to the public and media regarding organizational operations, finances, and related matters.
Stay current on transportation-related technical and financial topics through professional conferences, organizations, and print and electronic publications.