Transportation Director
City of Mesa, Arizona
Transportation Director
Salary: $150,217.60 to $202,176.00 DOE
The city provides an exceptional benefits package.
Filing deadline: Friday, September 26, 2025.
The City of Mesa is seeking an innovative, strategic, and dynamic leader to serve as its next Transportation Department Director. This executive-level role oversees a $57.6M operating budget, nearly 200 personnel, and implementation of Mesa’s bold 2050 Transportation Master Plan–a roadmap designed to enhance mobility, safety, and connectivity for one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities.
The Director will lead a multi-disciplinary team responsible for traffic engineering, multimodal planning, operations, and infrastructure maintenance. This highly visible position works closely with City leadership, regional partners, and the community to deliver a safe, efficient, and forward-thinking transportation network.
Key Priorities:
Drive innovation in transportation systems and complete networks
Lead implementation of Mesa’s long-range vision for mobility
Manage multimodal planning, infrastructure delivery, and strategic partnerships
Serve as an advisor to City leadership on policy and funding strategies
The Ideal Candidate:
Brings technical knowledge and political savvy
Excels in strategic planning, community engagement, and collaborative leadership
Inspires cross-functional teams and fosters innovation
Why Mesa?
As Arizona’s third-largest city, Mesa combines a vibrant economy with a high quality of life, affordable living, strong schools, and a commitment to innovation. Join a forward-thinking organization shaping the future of transportation across the region.
For more details and to apply, visit: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2527
For more information contact:
Abby Ackers
Senior Executive Recruiter
CPS HR Consulting
(916) 471-3422
[email protected]
To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://online.flipbuilder.com/kper/qwnz
City of Mesa, AZ website: https://www.mesaaz.gov
The City of Mesa is an equal opportunity employer.
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