Fleet Operations Director 6/17/26

Fleet Director

The Fleet Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and administration of Charleston County's fleet operations, including the maintenance, repair, replacement, and utilization of vehicles and heavy equipment. The position develops and directs fleet policies, procedures, programs, budgets, and operational objectives to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective service delivery. The Fleet Director serves as the County's principal advisor and subject matter expert on fleet management, equipment maintenance, asset management, and related regulatory and operational matters.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $107,286 to $140,524 (Estimated Annual Salary)

OPEN UNTIL FILLED APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)

• Directs and oversees the financial management of Fleet Operations, including the development, administration, and monitoring of operating and capital budgets. Reviews and approves expenditures; ensures fiscal accountability and compliance with County policies; maintains accurate fleet asset, equipment, and parts inventories; analyzes operational and lifecycle costs; and prepares and administers the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), capital replacement schedules, and budget requests to support long-term fleet sustainability and organizational needs.
• Manages the County's fuel program and fueling infrastructure to ensure a reliable, secure, and cost-effective fuel supply for County operations. Oversees fuel procurement, storage, dispensing systems, inventory controls, environmental compliance, and facility maintenance; monitors fuel consumption and costs; and develops strategies to improve efficiency, resiliency, and operational readiness.
• Collaborates with Procurement and County departments to implement strategic sourcing and procurement best practices for fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, parts, supplies, maintenance services, and related contracts. Develops technical specifications, evaluates vendor proposals, negotiates contract requirements, ensures compliance with applicable procurement regulations and policies, and promotes cost-effective purchasing strategies that maximize value and operational performance.
• Develops, implements, and maintains a comprehensive strategic plan for Fleet Operations that aligns with County goals and service delivery objectives. Establishes short- and long-term priorities, performance measures, asset management strategies, replacement schedules, sustainability initiatives, and operational improvement plans. Monitors program effectiveness, evaluates emerging technologies and industry trends, and recommends innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, safety, reliability, and customer service.
• Serves as the Emergency Support Function (ESF-1) Transportation Chief during emergency management and contingency operations, including activations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Directs and coordinates transportation resources and logistics in support of emergency response, recovery, and continuity of operations activities; consolidates and prioritizes transportation requests; coordinates with local, state, federal, and regional agencies; and ensures the availability and deployment of fleet assets, personnel, and transportation resources necessary to support emergency operations and public safety missions.
• Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field of study required.
• Minimum of eight (8) years or more of progressively responsible fleet management experience, including demonstrated leadership in personnel supervision, budget administration, and project management.
• Certified Automotive Fleet Manager preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Must have a clean criminal background and driving record.
• Must possess a valid SC Driver's license (or obtain within three (3) months of hire) and meet the requirements of the County's motor vehicle policy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Embrace County and Department standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, efficiency and all County and Department policies and procedures ensuring that all work performed meets those standards.
• Demonstrate sound time-management skills by effectively and efficiently organizing, prioritizing, and completing multiple assignments in a timely manner.
• Take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making; identify the important dimensions of a problem, determine potential causes, obtain relevant information and specify alternate solutions that result in effectiveness.
• Embrace change, actively support all efforts to improve processes, and increase cooperation, communication, and collaboration between and among co-workers, departments, County officials, and the general public.
• Train, motivate, and monitor the effective work of staff. Empower staff to think and act proactively to ensure the best possible outcome is provided.
• Create positive energy in both individuals and groups to build high morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
• Analyze and interpret data and other information prior to preparation of reports.
• Safeguard confidential information and use it or disclose it only as expressly authorized or specifically required in the course of performing specific job duties.
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Able to maintain favorable working relationship with co-workers, County officials, officials from other jurisdictions and the general public.
• Exhibit strong leadership and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.
• Maintain composure and professionalism during crises, providing clear direction and support to staff and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, inclusiveness, and continuous improvement throughout the department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to function productively in a standard office environment, accessing cabinets, shelving, work areas and office equipment.
• Able to operate as needed in an unconditioned warehouse with associated hazards.
• Able to perform all essential functions of the position while wearing required protective equipment.
• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to fifty-five (55) pounds occasionally.
• Able to stand, crouch, bend, kneel, or climb occasionally.
• Able to traverse over uneven ground, paved and unpaved as needed.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods of time and to maintain focus on work assignment(s).
• Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (electronically and handwritten) in English.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Climate controlled office and unconditioned warehouse with hazards typical to that environment.
• Work is performed inside and outside. Exposure to cold, heat, and elements of weather and nature may be encountered.
• Standard work hours are Monday Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM 5:00 PM with additional hours including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Some telework permitted within departmental policy.
• Position requires moderate travel within and outside of the County which imposes common travel hazards.
• Will be designated to report to work during hazardous weather and other emergency conditions.
• All employees of Charleston County Government must reside in South Carolina.