Transportation & Development Deputy Director

Arlington County Government • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a results-driven, experienced, and innovative Transportation & Development Deputy Director to lead its Transportation & Development Division. This executive leadership role oversees a proposed $57 million operating budget and a $1.4 billion ten-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The Division manages transportation operations and services, delivers a significant portion of the County’s CIP, and provides critical emergency support for transportation-related functions. The Deputy Director is a key member of the DES executive team and reports directly to the Chief Deputy Director.

Responsibilities

• Set overall policy direction for the Transportation & Development Division.
• Provide leadership and oversight for more than 160 transportation-funded employees across five major units.
• Oversee the Transportation Planning & Capital Project Management Bureau, responsible for developing, tracking, and implementing a robust transportation capital improvement program.
• Manage the Transit Bureau, which plans, operates, and manages the Arlington Transit (ART) bus system and other local public transit services.
• Ensure consistent and timely customer service in the Development Services Bureau for the review, approval, and inspection of development in the County right-of-way.
• Provide information and resources to promote all modes of transportation in the Transportation Resources for Arlington County Bureau.
• Oversee the Transportation Engineering & Operations Bureau, responsible for the operations, maintenance, and management of all traffic control devices.

What This Job Offers