The City of West Hollywood is seeking a strong Transportation & Mobility Manager with experience supervising staff and strategically managing a dynamic team through a diverse and fast paced work plan. The Transportation & Mobility Manager is responsible for managing the Division budget, personnel, report preparation and presentations, and must be able to effectively engage the community to assess community needs and successfully implement new programs. The Transportation & Mobility Manager must also have experience working directly with a City Council, including responding to Council requests and initiatives, attending City Council meetings, and making presentations. As the liaison to the Transportation & Mobility Commission, the Manager must also be able to facilitate meetings and build strong working relationships with staff, elected and appointed officials, and members of the public. The position is responsible for coordinating projects with other Departments and Divisions throughout the City and therefore must thrive in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate for Transportation & Mobility Manager will be a collaborative and inspiring leader with a demonstrated ability in leading and managing teams. They will be capable of mentoring and developing staff, skilled at strategically managing the many projects and programs within the division, and responsive to the unique challenges of local government. The Transportation & Mobility Manager will be an effective and articulate communicator, both verbally and in writing. They will have strong facilitation skills and the ability to forge agreements among stakeholders with differing priorities. They must be comfortable and confident in making presentations and communicating with elected and appointed officials, City staff, and residents, and facilitating project meetings with consultants and community members. The successful candidate will also possess a strong technical background in transportation and mobility. The successful candidate will demonstrate a respect for the City's rich history while implementing their knowledge, vision, and commitment for the improvement of city infrastructure, transportation systems, and community safety.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related field; and,
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible related experience; or,
• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certificate requirements depending upon assignment:
• Land Use/Transportation/Air Quality Planning Certificate (desirable)
• Transit/Paratransit Management Certificate (desirable)
• Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) (desirable)
• American Institute of Certified Transportation Planner (AICP) Certification (desirable)

Job Brochure Link: Transportation and Mobility Manager

Important Dates/Tentative Schedule

If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received:

• First round, virtual interviews will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
• Round two, in-person Finalist interviews will be held tentatively on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

Selected candidates will be notified once the dates are finalized. It is recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly.

For full position details, please click the job description: Transportation and Mobility Manager.

This position is eligible to work remotely for up to 50% of its time, subject to approval and based on the ongoing operational needs of the City.

Reports to: Public Works Director

Salary Range: $178,210.68 - $234,548.76 Annually

How to Apply: Submit an online application at weho.org/jobs by Friday, July 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time.