Transportation Policy and Program Manager

Deliverable to residents:
The Transportation Policy and Program Manager leads the development and implementation of policies and programs that improve the efficiency, resilience, and sustainability of the City’s vehicle fleet and transportation infrastructure. This role focuses on integrating energy efficiency, resilience, and operational best practices into transportation-related investments and service delivery. Positioned within the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, the role supports cross-department coordination and ensures transportation initiatives align with citywide operational, fiscal, and sustainability goals.

Reporting Structure: Reports to the Chief Resilience Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and support policies, programs, and initiatives that improve energy efficiency and resilience across the City’s vehicle fleet and transportation infrastructure.
• Support City departments in the planning, construction, procurement, and implementation of internal transportation and energy efficiency initiatives related to fleet operations, facilities, and service delivery.
• Coordinate with departments such as Public Works, Property Management, Finance, and Procurement to integrate efficiency and resilience measures into transportation-related projects and purchasing decisions.
• Manage transportation- and energy-related funding programs, including grants and external resources, ensuring compliance with funding agency requirements and reporting standards.
• Track program performance and outcomes, developing metrics to evaluate effectiveness, cost savings, and operational impacts.
• Oversee consultants, contractors, and vendors as needed to support program and project delivery.
• Prepare clear internal and external reports that communicate progress, compliance status, and program outcomes to city leadership and funding partners.
• Identify opportunities to scale successful programs and align transportation initiatives with broader city sustainability and resilience objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning, engineering, public policy, environmental studies, public administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• At least 7 years of experience in transportation policy, infrastructure programs, energy efficiency, or related public-sector initiatives.
• Experience managing grants, funding programs, and compliance and reporting requirements.
• Strong project management and coordination skills, with the ability to work across multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of fleet management, transportation infrastructure, and energy or resilience practices.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into practical guidance for operational teams and decision-makers.

Benefits

Benefits information will be available in the future.