Transportation Mobility Programs Manager

Summary

The Transportation and Mobility Department’s Mobility Programs Manager oversees various Multimodal Mobility Programs supporting safe and comfortable travel for people of all abilities across all travel modes. The role advocates to increase walking, biking, rolling, and transit trips and reduce single occupant driving trips, helping the City meet its mobility targets. This highly collaborative position focuses on implementation of the Transportation Systems Plan, the Safety Action Plan, and other transportation related goals.  The Transportation Programs Manager oversees consultant contracts, self-performs projects and programs, coordinates with others, and supervises staff assigned to multimodal mobility programs.  This position reports to the Assistant City Engineer – Transportation.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application packet that includes the following:

• The online application completely filled out via Government Jobs/NeoGov (access also available on City of Bend website under Human Resources/Job Openings)
• Attached Cover Letter (required)
• Attached Resume (required)
• Attached valid Credentials, Certifications and Licensing (if applicable)

Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive Veteran’s Preference.

Applications received by Friday May 9, 2025 (05/9/2025) at 12:00 pm (noon) Pacific Time will receive preference for initial review, but position will remain open until filled.

Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions Include:

The information provided below encompasses the essential functions and capabilities linked with this position.

Duties and Responsibilities
The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities:

• Manage, develop, implement, track, and update Mobility programs including but not limited to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Programs, the Transportation Safety Action Plan, the Traffic Data Program, and the Travel Options program.
• Supervise direct reports including prioritization and assignment of work, training, managing and evaluating their performance.
• Create, implement, and maintain education and encouragement programs and events in support of the transportation programs and new infrastructure projects.

• Work collaboratively with Streets Operations, Community Development, Engineering, other city Departments, other agencies, and the public to manager and administer multi-modal programs.
• Serve as a technical resource, following relevant national and international research and development to stay current with transportation best practices.
• Utilize data from sources such as GIS, Power BI and others to develop, implement and advocate for transportation planning.

• Seek and manage grants to leverage existing funding for transportation projects and programs.

• Develop and administer budget as it relates to all Multi-Modal Mobility programs.
• Represent the City in meetings and participate on committees and boards as assigned; Make presentations at public meetings and hearings.
• Address inquiries, provide, interpret, and present simple and complex transportation information to the public in clear, understandable language.
• In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities, and infrastructure.
• Performs related duties as necessary to achieve the objectives of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

Skill Profile
The individual in this position is expected to possess and exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Expert knowledge of current issues, trends, practices and principles of transportation planning, mobility, and operations.
• Principles, practices, and knowledge of transportation safety and active transportation.
• Familiar with Oregon land use and transportation laws and model traffic code.
• Ability to perform data analysis utilizing Power BI, GIS, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to track assets, perform transportation data analysis and reporting.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public, local businesses, and community groups.
• Able to build consensus with diverse groups
• Analyzing and compiling technical and statistical data.
• Communicating clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
• Proactively devising, negotiating, communicating and implementing solutions to complex issues.
• Supervising employees, delivering feedback and creating a team environment to produce high quality results.

Ability Requirements 
The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to manage a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services.

• Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 25 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Maintain sustained concentration on computer screens and use keyboards and a variety of peripherals
• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods of time, occasionally stand, walk, stoop, or kneel for extended periods of time.

Education, Experience, Certifications and/or Licenses
The following are the qualifications for this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description.
• 2 to 3 years’ experience with multimodal transportation projects and programs in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks
• 1 year of managerial experience
• Current and valid Driver’s license per City policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal Education: Bachelor degree in planning, engineering, or related field with a focus on transportation or a combination of education and experience in transportation and mobility programs that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description.
• Experience: 4 to 6 years’ experience managing multimodal transportation projects and programs.
• Supervising: 2 years or more of managerial experience