The following information describes the civil service classification for which applications are being solicited.
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WORKING TITLE: DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABLE STREETS
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) is committed to creating a world class fully integrated, multi-modal transportation system that is economically, environmentally and socially sustainable. In order to achieve the Agency’s goals in support of its vision, successful candidates will be required to continuously practice and demonstrate the Agency’s work values (accountability, effectiveness, integrity, leadership and respect) while advancing the SFMTA toward becoming an innovative, world-class transportation provider.
Position Description:
Under broad policy direction from the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Executive Director, the Director of Sustainable Streets is responsible for the following:
· Coordinates the development of the Agency’s strategic plan, long-range goals, objectives and policies
· Develops policy and directs planning, designing, and environmental clearance of capital programs and services in the SFMTA’s multi-modal transportation network, including:
o public transit (“Muni”)
o regional and private transit coordination
o pedestrian public realm and urban street design
o bicycle facilities and bicycle sharing
o transportation partnerships (including car-sharing and ride sharing)
o transportation engineering
o off-street parking
o travel demand management
o accessible services
o goods movement
· Oversees street operations which include installation and maintenance of traffic signs, signals, meters and markings
· Manages off-street parking facilities (include approximately 15,000 spaces in City-owned garages and lots)
· Coordinates closely with City and County agencies (e.g., Planning, Public Works, and the San Francisco County Transportation Authority) and external agencies (e.g., Caltrans and BART) to design, review and develop transportation infrastructure
· Ensures enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations
Essential Duties:
· Oversees all functions of the SFMTA’s Sustainable Streets Division, including:
o Capital and Long Range Transportation Planning (all modes)
o Including policy and project prioritization planning
o Environmental Planning (sustainability and climate change)
o Public Life Planning (street and urban design)
o Urban Planning Initiatives (neighborhood plans large area redevelopment)
o Transportation Engineering (transit, bicycle, pedestrian, vehicles)
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o Special Projects/Street Use (signal design, street use permitting, truck routing/permitting, special events management)
o Traffic Routing (for on-street construction)
o Field Operations (signs, meters, signals, pavement markings)
o Off-Street Parking (in City-owned garages and lots)
o School Safety (traffic controls, crossing guards, Safe Routes to Schools)
o Accident/Safety Monitoring, Evaluation and Remediation
· Directs the development and implementation of the Division’s goals, strategic plans, policies, procedures and work standards
· Leads, manages and motivates the Sustainable Streets team
· Monitors and evaluates performances based on Agency-wide goals
· Conducts status review meetings with management and staff
· Monitors organizational structure, staff assignments and administrative systems required to accomplish the goals and mission
· Develops and manages the Division’s capital and operating budget; forecasts budget needs and implements budgetary adjustments
· Evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of Sustainable Streets Division operations; identifies and implements changes to address planning, engineering design, project delivery, costing and maintenance issues
· Interfaces with teams across the Agency to ensure successful delivery of products
· Confers and negotiates with City administrative officials, City Attorney’s office, elected public representatives and others regarding issues related to the Division’s activities
· Prepares and presents reports to the SFMTA Board of Directors, management and staff
· Represents the Agency before legislative bodies, administrative officials, public agencies, community groups, labor organizations and technical and transportation industry organizations
· Provides policy direction and final staff level approval on physical street design
· Directs the development of professional and technical reports concerning fleet, facilities and transit operations, vehicle, bicycle, pedestrian, and taxi plans related to the capital investment program
· Performs related duties as required
Desirable Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of executive level experience
· Master’s degree in transportation planning, transportation engineering, transportation management or a related field is preferable
· Expertise in transportation planning and/or transportation engineering
· Experience administering and delivering at least five large, multi-modal, multi-phased transportation projects and programs that enhance economic, environmental, and social sustainability goals
· Experience working for or with public sector transportation agencies facing the opportunities, political challenges and financial hurdles found in the San Francisco Bay Area
· Demonstrated acumen for dealing with political and community issues
· Commitment to reside in the City and County of San Francisco
· Understanding, respect and appreciation for the role of each discipline housed within the Division – all of which are required to build a sustainable San Francisco.
How To Apply:
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency employment applications for this position will be accepted through an on-line process only. Resumé and cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications must be attached to the application.
