Chief Transportation Officer

Chief Transportation Officer A newly created position!! The Chief Transportation Officer (CTO) will lead a team of 10 staff and manage a $5.6 million budget, covering transportation planning, traffic engineering, shuttle operations, traffic safety programs, signal operations, grant funding, and major mobility initiatives. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Mountain View is a diverse community spanning just over 12 square miles and home to 83,601 residents. This forward‑thinking, full‑service city prides itself on its excellent organizational culture, good governance, and embraces a continuous improvement mindset. Mountain View seeks a strategic transportation professional with deep technical expertise and a progressive approach to transportation management. The ideal candidate will bring broad experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering, policy development, and project delivery, along with the leadership skills to guide a newly formed division. Five (5) years of increasingly responsible transportation management, planning, traffic engineering, or related functions, and a Bachelor's degree are required. For a transportation leader who wants both strategic influence and tangible community impact, this is a career‑defining opportunity to build something lasting, innovative, and meaningful. Upcoming priority projects include: Objective Design Standards Complete Green Streets Community Shuttle Service Plan Active Transportation Plan Implementation Transportation Demand Management Rengstorff Grade Separation Funding Strategy Moffett and Downtown Precise Plans #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Mountain View, CA