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The San Mateo County Transit District serves nearly 100,000 customers each weekday on its SamTrans buses, Redi-Wheel paratransit vehicles, Caltrain commuter rail cars and shuttles, as well as a robust capital program. The Transit District, which is in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, also is the managing agency for the San Mateo County Transportation Authority. Staff enjoys a dynamic organization that fosters personal development and professional advancement of its staff. The Transit District's core values include integrity, customer focus, respect, quality, teamwork, leadership and accountability. Excellent benefits are provided. DIVISION Planning, Grants, and Transportation Authority EMPLOYMENT TYPE Exempt APPLICATION DEADLINE Open Until Filled (1 st Cutoff - Thursday, December 31, 2020) Interviews scheduled for week of January 11, 2021 Other Information Located in San Carlos, CA JOB SUMMARY The Deputy Director, Transportation Authority Program reports to the Director, Transportation Authority Program and is responsible for directing activities related to Measure A and W Programs, focusing on the delivery of the Short Range Highway program for the San Mateo County Transportation Authority. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Sufficient education, training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to: Bachelor's degree in Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Administration or a related field. Six (6) years full-time professional experience working in transportation planning, design and implementation. Three (3) years of experience in supervising professional and technical staff. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Registration as a professional civil engineer in the State of California. Familiar with principles of transportation planning engineering and project delivery. Knowledge of Caltrans project development procedures. Effective communication skills both orally and written. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES Assist in the development, management and project administration of the TA program. Oversee the planning, environmental, engineering design and construction/implementation of a wide array of transportation projects and programs covered under Measure A and W Programs. Responsible for the implementation of projects identified in the Short Range Highway Plan, as well as other projects funded from grants or other outside sources. Develop, implement and monitor internal controls for projects and programs to ensure alignment with the goals and core principles of the Measure A and W Programs respectively. Partner with the San Mateo County Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (SMCEL-JPA) on the expansion and build out of the express lanes network in San Mateo County, in addition to a variety of stakeholders such as the California Department of Transportation, the City/County Association of Government, and the County's congestion management agency. Report to the TA Board, Executive Committee and members of the public on the status of transportation projects and programs. Supervise staff. Hire, mentor and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Ensure EEO and affirmative action policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection, coordinates staff training and professional development, Establishes performance objectives, monitor and evaluate employee performance. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Develop scope of work and associated cost and schedule estimates for a wide array of highway project development deliverables (e.g. project initiation documents, environmental, design and construct administration). Evaluate projects that come before the TA for funding consideration and manage the development of additional funding sources. Analyze transportation related policies and proposed legislation and recommend position to be taken by the TA Board. Prepare, negotiate and execute consultant service contracts including invoice processing supporting the implementation of the TA Program. Manage, track and develop progress reports for the capital program. Consult with local agencies/project sponsors on the eligibility of expenditures. Negotiate funding and cooperative agreements and ensure the recipients of funds comply with Authority policies and procedures. Evaluate job performance of staff which also includes the professional development of staff through the identification of on-the-job and other professional development opportunities. Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one's self, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents. Perform other duties as assigned. How To Apply To apply, please visit the www.smctd.com/jobs.html . Complete an online employment application by 11:59 pm on Thursday, December 31, 2020. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (650) 508-6308. San Mateo County Transit District celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encourage to apply. PAY RANGE $2,342 - $3,513 ($121,792 $182,688 Estimated Annual) CURRENT EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS Holidays: Seven paid holidays, plus up to four floating holidays per year Time Off: Paid Time Off: up to 26 days per year Cafeteria Plans: Medical, dental, vision care, group life insurance and more Transportation: Free Bus Transportation for employees and qualified dependents Pension: Social Security and California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS) Classic Members - 2% @ 60 benefit formula, 3 year average of highest compensation New Members - 2% @ 62 benefit formula, 3 year average of highest compensation