Assistant General Manager of Transportation

Assistant General Manager of TransportationFort Lauderdale, Florida, United StatesAbout the JobOur client is a major county government in south Florida (7th largest in the state) is looking for an assistant Transportation Manager. In this position you will:Provides leadership and direction in all aspects of the operation and maintenance of Transportation Administration. Responsibilities include oversight, direction and coordination of administrative, financial, business and information systems activities for complex and specialized sections within the department to include business operations, grant management and human resources. Works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in finance, business or public administration or closely related field; master's degree preferred.(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)Requires six (6) years progressively responsible experience in the administration and management of a public transit system, negotiations, financial management and budget activities, information technology and human resources including some experience in the supervisory aspects of the work or closely related experience.Special Certifications and LicensesMust possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License for the duration of employment Preferences master's degree in finance, Business, Public Administration or closely related field. Additional years -Executive level administrative experience in a Public Transit Agency. Knowledge of FTA (Federal Transportation Administration Policies & Procedures) Policies, Procedures development & implementation experience.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.Assists the Department Director in administering the county public transit finance, directs through subordinates the planning, scheduling and coordination of activities, develops policies, priorities and procedures to meet established goals. Leads the agency formulation and preparation of the annual operating and capital budget from proposal through final presentation to department Director, County Administration and County Commission. Provides strategic direction of traditional and non-traditional funding sources to ensure contract compliance of DOT/FTA grants. Develops policy direction for the agency's financial function and monitoring. Directs and reviews financial performance audits and activities to ensure all required federal and state financial and non-financial data requirement are met.Provides written and verbal reports to agency leaders and the Board of County Commissioners relative to the agency's financial operations. Aligns activities of the department's administrative functions with those of the other County Departments, divisions and when necessary, with comparable organizations in other public jurisdictions. Recommends, authorizes, and implements organizational and administrative changes. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all Transportation sections and other agencies throughout Broward County. Reviews existing departments organization's structure, reporting relationships and manpower utilization. Promotes efficient function procedures thought standardization, process improvement, simplification and implementation of new operating systems. Manages, develops and motivates staff. Exercises sound judgment, recognizes issues and implements solutions. Inspects facilities to assure proper operation including safety issues, attends and plans meetings with subordinates to identify issues and plan corrective action. Attends meetings with superiors to share information and receive input meets with outside agencies to address issues and concerns regarding services provided. Provides direction with regard to employee issues and emergency management ensures security for facilities and employees as well as the public safety concerning transportation management.Directly supervises managers of Business Operations, Accounting, and Grants. Performs related work as assigned.Work EnvironmentPhysical DemandsPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 25 pounds of force on an occasional basis or sustained keyboard operations. Requires frequent driving to park locations.Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.None.Special InformationCompetenciesFinancial AcumenInterprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Provides rich and rigorous forecasts of the financial implications of ideas and opportunities. Makes well-balanced decisions regarding expenditures that take into account multiple considerations.Manages ComplexityMakes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Offers penetrating questions to help others get to the heart of complex situations and find strong solutions. Uses a range of inputs to fully understand and solve problems.Balances StakeholdersAnticipates and balances the needs of multiple stakeholders. Shares stakeholder feedback while inspiring others to consistently seek input and learn from their internal and external stakeholders. Promotes an environment of high ethical standards and cross-cultural sensitivity in working with all stakeholders.Strategic MindsetSeeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Keeps up to date on current and future industry trends and market forces and considers these when making decisions. Clearly identifies and prioritizes efforts and initiatives to have the greatest strategic impact on the organization.Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Makes nimble plans accounting for a range of risks and contingencies. Achieves greater cohesion, integration, and alignment between own group and other areas. Both persistent in adversity and nimble in change.Optimizes Work ProcessesKnows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Encourages and rewards continuous improvement and quality outcomes. Equips others to handle day-to-day tasks effectively on their own. Integrates systems to improve quality and service.Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Helps team hold each other accountable for goals, adherence to policies and procedures. Tracks team metrics and milestones, redirecting effort, as necessary, for continued progress.Builds Effective TeamsBuilds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Mentors others on how to build effective teams; takes actions to correct dysfunctional teams. Ensures that the team has the right mix of skills; leverages individual strengths effectively.Drives Vision and PurposePaints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Makes the vision real for others and encourages people to buy in; paints an engaging and illuminating picture of future possibilities for the team. Gives people an understanding of how their efforts and contributions make a positive difference.Situational AdaptabilityAdapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Is a powerful role model for adaptability; adeptly shifts approach and helps others do the same. Can be both persistent and flexible, as needed. Helps others adapt swiftly to new situations.