Deputy Director of Multimodal Development

The Palm Beach TPA is seeking an outstanding planning leader to join the team responsible for collaboratively planning, prioritizing and funding the transportation system of Palm Beach County, FL.

The Position

The Deputy Director of Multimodal Development directs the planning activities for the TPA related to the multimodal transportation planning initiatives.

Primary responsibilities include leading the consideration and implementation of a dedicated local transportation revenue source, overseeing TPA efforts to advance public and private transit projects; overseeing TPA efforts for non-motorized infrastructure and activities; overseeing multimodal initiatives, including corridor studies, Complete Streets, TOD, Shared Mobility, and first-last mile connections; and performing other tasks as detailed at www.PalmBeachTPA.org/jobs.

Work is performed with a great deal of independence and initiative under the direction of the Executive Director.

Candidates

Successful candidates will have seven (7) or more years of professional planning experience, including three (3) years supervisory experience, and a Bachelor’s Degree in urban/regional planning, transportation engineering, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ideal candidates will:

-Have experience planning and implementing premium transit systems;
-Have experience planning and implementing pedestrian and bicycle facilities;
-Be familiar with Complete Streets, Vision Zero, & Safe Routes to School initiatives;
-Have knowledge of Federal and State funding programs and regulations;
-Have knowledge of Florida Design standards for state and local roadways;
-Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in readily understandable plans and reports;
-Be skillful using Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite;
-Possess a related graduate degree and/or AICP certification;
-Be committed to effective working relationships with people of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds without discrimination; and
-Have experience working with a Metropolitan Planning Organization.

Benefits

The TPA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package including ample paid leave and TPA-funded insurance, retirement, transportation and tuition reimbursements.

About the TPA

The TPA is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for Palm Beach County, Florida, providing the forum that brings county commissioners, city officials, seaport commissioners and transportation professionals together to implement a safe, efficient, connected, and multimodal transportation system. Come join our team!

To Apply

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, samples of completed work and completed application (available at www.PalmBeachTPA.org/jobs) to humanresources@PalmBeachTPA.org.