Assistant Director of Facilities and Transportation Systems

Assistant Director -Facilities and Transportation Systems
(9743CE Campus Plan/Eng Safety Spec)
Parking and Transportation Services
Position Description
University of Minnesota

Background
Parking and Transportation Services is a self-supporting unit of the University of Minnesota within Auxiliary Services. The department is responsible for the administration, operation and maintenance of reliable and efficient transportation services on the Twin Cities campus including transit, parking, fleet, streets, walkways and way-finding.
PTS Mission
Facilitating safe and effective integrated transportation systems that provide services for pedestrians, bicycles, transit and vehicles.
Responsibilities

50% Capital Project & Transportation Infrastructure Administration
Provide the expertise and transportation oversight to advise University leadership regarding internal and adjacent community developments.
Prepare and manage annual and long-range capital improvement budgets.
Monitor Capital Project Management projects for PTS needed involvement.
Plan, administer and supervise various capital projects from conceptual design, specification review and construction.
Manage the design and construction of campus transportation infrastructure:
o Roadways
o Bridges
o Traffic control systems
o Signs and pavement markings
Serve as the department lead in other jurisdictions' projects related to the Parking and Transportation department including University, Metro Transit, City, County and State jurisdictions.
Design parking facilities that are operationally sound, safe, and aesthetically pleasing.
Manage the structural and functional repair and restoration of parking facilities.
Ensure that the campus is accessible to the physically challenged in cooperation with other campus agencies.
Manage efforts related to city and regional transportation projects as they affect the University.

35% Facility Maintenance/Transportation Systems Oversight
Plan and direct the maintenance program of 120 surface parking facilities, 17 structured facilities, 11 miles of campus streets, campus transit and bicycle facilities, campus wayfinding signage and over three million square feet of campus sidewalks and plazas.
Manage and direct the Twin Cities campus Hardscapes maintenance committee.
o Ensure annual inventory updates and sidewalk/plaza condition evaluations
o Coordinate with FM and prioritize annual repair work
o Maintain and improve ongoing documentation and assessment program.
o Create a multi-year plan to prioritize larger-scale campus projects (that may require project specific funding as opposed to annual repair budgets).
Manage and direct the design, implementation and operation of a comprehensive electronic traffic management system for the campus using the latest technologies in messaging systems, traffic control, and traffic monitoring for both event traffic and daily AM/PM peak travel.
Prepare and manage the facilities area operating budget, including capital costs for equipment.
Maintain facilities that are operationally sound, safe, and aesthetically pleasing.
Manage and direct University's transportation demand management program, bike program, car share, rideshare and micro mobility programs.
Coordinate with climate action plan and sustainability efforts, including electric vehicle charging infrastructure planning.
Manage and direct department facility space inventory, card access, and coordination with Tririga management system.
Supervise and manage projects and transportation staff.

15% Campus Infrastructure Coordination
Manage the coordination of the construction and/or repairs of outside agencies' projects/systems on or through campus.
Serve as department liaison for the University regarding the Washington Avenue Transit Mall.
Serve as department liaison for University and outside projects relating to parking and transportation.
Coordinate daily and event transportation impacts with outside agencies for efficient and effective results, including traffic signal timing, light rail operations, temporary traffic plans, designate street use and other issues as identified. Including but not limited to: MnDOT, Hennepin County, Ramsey County, City of Minneapolis, City of St. Paul, Falcon Heights and the Minnesota State Fair.

Work Environment________________________________________________________

Work is performed in both an office and field environment. Position requires the strength and agility to exert up to 20 pounds of force frequently.

Classification #: 9571M3 - Camp Plan/Eng/Safe Spec 3
Salary Range: A1 / 53
Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or other applicable field with at least 10 years of experience. Most often runs a department that requires in depth understanding of two or more subject areas, or oversees a highly specialized/technical area; often has developed a specialty area (or areas of expertise) in which he/she is particularly proficient and recognized.
Six (6) years of professional experience in performing administrative, budgetary, operational or similar analysis and/or programs, including two (2) years of supervision
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials and methods pertaining to transportation planning and engineering systems.
Knowledge of traffic operations including traffic control signal systems, traffic signal timing and traffic management system operations.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota is highly desirable.
Knowledge of and experience with a large organization or University policies, systems and procedures.
Strong commitment to customer service.
Knowledge of principles and practices of budget development and administration.
Knowledge of current developments, literature, and sources of information in transportation engineering and parking structure design and maintenance.
Knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations related to parking structures/facilities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, subordinates, public officials and the general public contacted in the course of work.
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and to work with/from engineering plans.
Ability to perform complex analyses and determine and prioritize feasible alternatives.
Ability to balance multiple work demands and to thrive in a changing environment.
Well-developed computer proficiency in effectively using MS Office Suite software and/or industry-specific systems as deployed in the department for work initiatives.

Pay Range: $125,671-$149,000 depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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