Chief Operating Officer (Assistant Director of Transportation)
Broward County, Plantation, FL, United States
The Position
Broward County Transportation Department is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO). The COO leads the Operations Division, including bus, rail, paratransit, on‑board systems, and fleet services. Responsibilities include executive oversight, operational management, financial performance, strategic planning, employee development, safety promotion, customer advocacy, and coordination of assigned division activities.
Ideal Candidate • Proven track record of data analysis and solution development to improve performance. • Ability to forecast future needs for current structure and for PREMO (Premium Mobility) expansion. • Servant and transformational leadership, fostering a culture of employee development and accountability. • Capacity to develop plans to advance entry‑level and mid‑level management skill sets and build a strong management team. • Experience assessing current operations for bus operations, maintenance, paratransit, on‑board systems, fleet services, and rail to determine immediate and future needs and strategies. • Top priorities: networking with peers, ensuring preparations for PREMO, determining KPI and analytic tracking, building partnerships, developing operational goals, maintaining 24/7 communication, planning rail maintenance for commuter and light rail projects.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Transportation, or a closely related field. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in administration and management of public transit, transportation, business administration, public administration, logistics, or a closely related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree and at least 10 years senior level management experience in a multi‑modal transit agency including rail. Preferred experience also includes at least 10 years in a leadership position managing bargaining units and developing high‑capacity transit programs.
Special Certifications and License Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License for the duration of the assignment.
Compensation and Benefits Annual salary range: $155,771.77 to $248,612.45 (based on knowledge and experience).
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – traditional pension plan (8 years vesting) or investment plan (1 year vesting).
Deferred Compensation – voluntary 457 plan offered through Mission Square, Brighthouse Financial, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
Flexible Spending Accounts – eligible health expenses and dependent care accounts.
Health Savings Accounts – County contributes to HSA when HDHP elected and engagement incentive met.
Vacation and Sick Leave – accrued biweekly; annualized at 2 weeks vacation and 12 days sick; 40 hours annual job‑basis leave for exempt employees.
Holidays – eleven (11) holidays and two (2) personal days.
Insurance Coverage – Variety of benefit plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, Long‑Term Disability, Pre‑Paid Legal). County subsidizes enrollment.
Life Insurance – $50,000 group term life insurance; optional additional coverage available.
Additional Benefits – Employee Development and Personal Income Protection Plans.
Responsibilities and Functions
Strategic direction and execution for all assigned operating sections within the Department.
Lead and oversee management of all service delivery, including rolling‑stock maintenance, ensuring commitments are met.
Monitors performance and ensures KPI tracking, analyzing data for trends and providing responses for improvement.
Facilitate solutions for all operations, employees, and customers; collaborate with key stakeholders.
Assist with strategic planning for future operational needs and deliverables; pursue continuous improvement.
Oversee compliance with annual budget formulation and execution.
Prepare, assist, and respond to audits; create action plans for deficiencies.
Represent the Department at Board meetings, public functions, and training events.
Participate in union negotiations, grievances, and arbitrations.
Ensure timely and fair employee performance management.
Assist with recruitment of vacant positions.
Promote a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Perform other assigned work as required.
Physical Demands Performs sedentary work that includes walking or standing some of the time; may exert up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis or sustain keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) None.
Competencies
Financial Acumen
– interprets key financial indicators, provides rigorous forecasts, and makes balanced spending decisions.
Manages Complexity
– solves problems using diverse inputs and penetrating questions; handles complex data.
Balances Stakeholders
– anticipates and balances stakeholder needs, promotes high ethical standards.
Strategic Mindset
– anticipates future possibilities, translates them into strategies, and prioritizes actions.
Plans and Aligns
– aligns work with organizational goals, balances risks, achieves cohesion across teams.
Optimizes Work Processes
– focuses on continuous improvement, rewards efficient processes, integrates systems.
Ensures Accountability
– holds self and others accountable, tracks metrics, redirects effort when needed.
Interpersonal Savvy
– builds rapport, handles diverse relationships, maintains productive interactions.
Builds Effective Teams
– mentors team building, corrects dysfunction, leverages individual strengths.
Drives Vision and Purpose
– paints compelling vision, encourages buy‑in, demonstrates impact.
Situational Adaptability
– adapts approach and demeanor to changing demands, remains flexible yet persistent.
County Core Values
Collaborates – build partnerships and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives.
Customer focus – build strong customer relationships and deliver customer‑centric solutions.
Instills trust – gain confidence by honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Values differences – recognize the value of diverse perspectives and cultures.
Equal Opportunity Employer Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance To request accommodations, contact the Professional Standards Section at 954‑357‑6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org.
County-Wide Emergency Responsibilities During emergency conditions all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers and may be called to work during disasters or emergencies.
County-Wide Employee Responsibilities Employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity, establish effective working relationships, and comply with the County’s Employee Code of Ethics.
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Ideal Candidate • Proven track record of data analysis and solution development to improve performance. • Ability to forecast future needs for current structure and for PREMO (Premium Mobility) expansion. • Servant and transformational leadership, fostering a culture of employee development and accountability. • Capacity to develop plans to advance entry‑level and mid‑level management skill sets and build a strong management team. • Experience assessing current operations for bus operations, maintenance, paratransit, on‑board systems, fleet services, and rail to determine immediate and future needs and strategies. • Top priorities: networking with peers, ensuring preparations for PREMO, determining KPI and analytic tracking, building partnerships, developing operational goals, maintaining 24/7 communication, planning rail maintenance for commuter and light rail projects.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Transportation, or a closely related field. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.
Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in administration and management of public transit, transportation, business administration, public administration, logistics, or a closely related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree and at least 10 years senior level management experience in a multi‑modal transit agency including rail. Preferred experience also includes at least 10 years in a leadership position managing bargaining units and developing high‑capacity transit programs.
Special Certifications and License Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License for the duration of the assignment.
Compensation and Benefits Annual salary range: $155,771.77 to $248,612.45 (based on knowledge and experience).
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – traditional pension plan (8 years vesting) or investment plan (1 year vesting).
Deferred Compensation – voluntary 457 plan offered through Mission Square, Brighthouse Financial, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
Flexible Spending Accounts – eligible health expenses and dependent care accounts.
Health Savings Accounts – County contributes to HSA when HDHP elected and engagement incentive met.
Vacation and Sick Leave – accrued biweekly; annualized at 2 weeks vacation and 12 days sick; 40 hours annual job‑basis leave for exempt employees.
Holidays – eleven (11) holidays and two (2) personal days.
Insurance Coverage – Variety of benefit plans (Health, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, Long‑Term Disability, Pre‑Paid Legal). County subsidizes enrollment.
Life Insurance – $50,000 group term life insurance; optional additional coverage available.
Additional Benefits – Employee Development and Personal Income Protection Plans.
Responsibilities and Functions
Strategic direction and execution for all assigned operating sections within the Department.
Lead and oversee management of all service delivery, including rolling‑stock maintenance, ensuring commitments are met.
Monitors performance and ensures KPI tracking, analyzing data for trends and providing responses for improvement.
Facilitate solutions for all operations, employees, and customers; collaborate with key stakeholders.
Assist with strategic planning for future operational needs and deliverables; pursue continuous improvement.
Oversee compliance with annual budget formulation and execution.
Prepare, assist, and respond to audits; create action plans for deficiencies.
Represent the Department at Board meetings, public functions, and training events.
Participate in union negotiations, grievances, and arbitrations.
Ensure timely and fair employee performance management.
Assist with recruitment of vacant positions.
Promote a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Perform other assigned work as required.
Physical Demands Performs sedentary work that includes walking or standing some of the time; may exert up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis or sustain keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) None.
Competencies
Financial Acumen
– interprets key financial indicators, provides rigorous forecasts, and makes balanced spending decisions.
Manages Complexity
– solves problems using diverse inputs and penetrating questions; handles complex data.
Balances Stakeholders
– anticipates and balances stakeholder needs, promotes high ethical standards.
Strategic Mindset
– anticipates future possibilities, translates them into strategies, and prioritizes actions.
Plans and Aligns
– aligns work with organizational goals, balances risks, achieves cohesion across teams.
Optimizes Work Processes
– focuses on continuous improvement, rewards efficient processes, integrates systems.
Ensures Accountability
– holds self and others accountable, tracks metrics, redirects effort when needed.
Interpersonal Savvy
– builds rapport, handles diverse relationships, maintains productive interactions.
Builds Effective Teams
– mentors team building, corrects dysfunction, leverages individual strengths.
Drives Vision and Purpose
– paints compelling vision, encourages buy‑in, demonstrates impact.
Situational Adaptability
– adapts approach and demeanor to changing demands, remains flexible yet persistent.
County Core Values
Collaborates – build partnerships and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives.
Customer focus – build strong customer relationships and deliver customer‑centric solutions.
Instills trust – gain confidence by honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Values differences – recognize the value of diverse perspectives and cultures.
Equal Opportunity Employer Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance To request accommodations, contact the Professional Standards Section at 954‑357‑6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org.
County-Wide Emergency Responsibilities During emergency conditions all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers and may be called to work during disasters or emergencies.
County-Wide Employee Responsibilities Employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity, establish effective working relationships, and comply with the County’s Employee Code of Ethics.
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