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Superintendent of Transportation

Broward County, Florida
$81,248.38 - $129,671.76 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
115 South Andrews Avenue (Show on map)
Dec 23, 2025
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES Benefits of Broward County Employment High-Deductible Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums: Single $10.90 - Family $80.79 Includes County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,000 Annually Consumer-Driven Health Plan - Bi-Weekly Premiums: Single $82.58 - Family $286.79 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation Employee Match Eleven (11) Paid Holidays Each Year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 Weeks Per Year Up to 40 Hours of Job Basis Leave for Eligible Positions Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K Annually) Paid Parental Leave THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. The Broward County Transportation Department (BCT), a public transportation agency under the Broward County Board of Commissioners based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, offers fixed-route, paratransit, community shuttle, and micro transit services within Broward County, as well as certain services to the neighboring counties. In addition, BCT will implement other modes of transit to become a multimodal agency with commuter rail, light rail, bus rapid transit and high-frequency bus service to our transit network. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Superintendent of Transportation. General Description Assists in the management of the Operations Section of the Transit Division, responsible for administering, organizing and implementing training programs for supervisory personnel and Bus Operators. Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in transportation, public or business administration or closely related field. (1 year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.) Requires 4 years in transit management and/or transit administration, including at least 2 year of lead/supervisory experience in public transit or transportation operator specific to area of assignment. Special Certifications and Licenses Required Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License for duration of appointment. May require valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Passenger and Airbrake Endorsements (with No Restrictions) based on area of assignment. Preferences EPA 608 (40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F (608) Federal License for Handling Refrigerants) EPA 609 Certification ASE Certification in A3 Manual Transmission, A4 Steering and Suspension, A5 Brakes, or A7 AC OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.178 Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklift Compliance) 1 or more years Maintenance Management Software (Asset Works or comparable) experience 1 or more years Time & Attendance (Kronos or comparable) experience 1 or more years experience working in a supervisory capacity in a union environment and/or union negotiation 1 or more years transit electric vehicle operation or maintenance experience 1 or more years farebox maintenance/repair or automotive paint/body maintenance/repair experience Technical Trade School Program Certification, Associate Degree, or higher in field of study related to the area of assignment SCOPE OF WORK The 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. Supervises the daily operations of the Transit Division's Communications Center and Field Operations; responds to major accidents and incidents involving bus operations during work hours and after work hours; supervises and monitors performance of subordinates: issuing daily work assignments, ensuring that all assignments are completed on a timely basis. Coordinates the Operators Run Selection pick process to ensure accuracy and efficiency; distributes reports containing statistical information regarding hours of service, passengers per hour, and runs types by percentage, payroll details, etc. Responds to Commissioners, Administrative, Marketing, Maintenance, Operations sections and comments from the internet with any concerns, suggestions or other information that may be relevant to the Scheduling Section. Maintains and updates seniority lists, and official picking lists for operators run selections; manages hiring process for new Bus Operators including screening, testing, interviews and selection of candidates. Supervises activities of Transit Instructors; administers, organizes and implements training programs for new hires and current Transit employees; facilitates training sessions as personnel manpower dictates; develops, plans and organizes training and retraining lesson plans and programs for all Transit personnel. Conducts reviews for Bus Operators who have been involved in accidents, incidents, or have committed a policy violation; writes a synopsis for all reviews; reviews downloaded video from buses for complaints, incidents, and accidents. Acts as Transit Manager in his/her absence; assists in administering the labor contract including conducting administrative reviews; reviews absence reports and assist with payroll reconciliation; assists in making budget recommendations. Performs related work as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical 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 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. 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 INFORMATION Competencies Business Insight Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals. Shows considerable business insight, beyond the fundamentals. Asks probing questions and draws on a variety of sources to gain insight and to explore business drivers or industry trends. Financial Acumen Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Swiftly assembles and fluently interprets the financial data and metrics relevant to the role. Draws rich insights from financial and quantitative data. Adheres to relevant budgetary guidelines. Manages Complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms. Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions. Directs Work Provides direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. Delegates tasks, providing generally clear expectations to staff. Coordinates and integrates the team's work, reducing duplication. Measures team progress using the right indicators; recognizes when problems or shortfalls occur. Plans and Aligns Plans 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 Processes Knows 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 Accountability Holds 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. Drives Results Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Holds self to high standards of performance; sets some challenging goals; wants to achieve meaningful results; pursues initiatives/efforts to successful completion and closure. Focuses on key goals, even during setbacks and obstacles. Communicates Effectively Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Disseminates knowledge, insights, and updates in a polished, precise, and compelling manner. Demonstrates a deep interest in others' comments. Creates rich documents and reports. Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Actively seeks feedback from a variety of sources; asks clarifying questions to understand and improve own impact on others or on team performance. Reflects on and learns from own mistakes. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.