Executive Director

Overview: Transportation and Parking Services (TPS) administers the University’s parking and campus transportation programs, oversees the management of the University’s 900-vehicle fleet, and leads the University’s planning for pedestrian and bicycle facilities on campus and in coordination with local agencies in multijurisdictional areas. TPS is responsible for all transportation demand management and mobility programs—including the University’s Revise Your Ride commuter incentive programs and bikeshare and carshare services—as well as assigning and permitting University parking, providing event support, parking enforcement, and operating the campus shuttle system, TigerTransit. SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Executive Director for Transportation and Parking Services (TPS) is responsible for the overall strategic planning and operation of Princeton University’s many and evolving transportation services, programs, and facilities. The Executive Director is responsible for setting and executing a vision of transportation and mobility on the Princeton campus that champions innovation, sustainability, and special sensitivity to equity. This position serves a critical leadership role in partnership with a wide range of other University leaders and stakeholders and public agency partners to implement Princeton’s ambitious campus plan. The Executive Director oversees all campus mobility services (including TigerTransit, a free and public transit system carrying over 500,000 passengers annually); manages the University’s 6,000 commuter and residential parking spaces; develops strategies to improve Princeton’s transportation demand management (TDM) programs; recruits and develops the TPS team; and maintains a constant emphasis on safety, customer service, and cost efficiency. The Executive Director oversees the daily TPS operation by managing and developing a team of transportation professionals. The Executive Director is responsible for setting overall expectations for staff performance and oversees an annual performance review process, in addition to supporting ongoing professional development and training for the TPS team. This position must build a culture of data-driven and transparent decision making on all aspects of Princeton’s transportation operation with clear goals of improving the user/passenger experience. The Executive Director will lead the University’s broader vehicle electrification program, assessing and managing a fleet of 900 vehicles with a goal of reducing the need for motorized fleet vehicles on campus and replacing existing gas-powered vehicles with low or zero emissions alternatives. The Executive Director also serves on the University Services Emergency Operations group, working closely with the offices of Public Safety and Environment Health and Safety to plan for and respond to emergency situations. Responsibilities: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Planning: Responsible for the overall strategic direction and long-range planning for TPS identifying the current needs of today’s users of the mobility network. The Executive Director collaborates at an executive level to provide transportation industry expertise to all University campus planning and capital projects; Ensures through thoughtful planning the overall connectivity of the multimodal campus and commuter transportation network; Manages robust data analytics tools to inform strategic planning processes; Participates in safety and accessibility planning committees and projects to ensure safe and accessible transportation access. Establishes the University’s fleet management and electrification program in support of University net zero emissions goals by 2046; Defines shared transportation and mobility goals with public agencies and community stakeholders. Management and Administration: Responsible for hiring, managing, and developing all TPS staff; Oversees the full transportation and parking operation, including TigerTransit, shared mobility services, parking permitting and programming; Develops data-driven methodologies for managing and adjusting all campus mobility, parking, and commuter programs; Oversees the TPS budget and forecasting; Leads collaborative partnerships with Facilities and other departments; Participates in leadership role in campus emergency planning exercises; Provides and/or delegates project management for fleet management and electric vehicle infrastructure implementation; Responsible for supervising work related to all technology and information systems. Stakeholder Engagement and Communications: Serves as the executive-level representative to both internal and external stakeholders on transportation issues; Represents TPS at departmental meetings across campus; Engages and provides updates to local, county, state, and regional planning organizations; Collaborates with University colleagues and external traffic consultants; Oversees a dynamic communication plan to provide constituents with updates on transportation issues; Provides regular public engagement opportunities to receive feedback. University Services Leadership: Serves as member of the University Leadership Team, working collaboratively with colleagues on cross-cutting programs and initiatives. AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY: The Executive Director has authority and responsibility for the budget of Transportation and Parking Services, working with the Assistant Vice President for Campus Services and Assistant Vice President for Finance and Technology to forecast and track transportation-related spending. Qualifications: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 10+ years of senior leadership in transportation programs, policy, and operations; Bachelor’s degree in public administration, urban planning, engineering, management, or equivalent field; Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills; Demonstrated experience of customer service; Demonstrated experience of managing or supervising staff; Experience leading organizations through change; Demonstrated expertise in transportation industry issues and trends; Strong project management experience; Clear understanding of diversity and inclusion efforts; Valid Driver’s License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience managing a multimodal University transportation system; Advanced degree in public administration, urban planning, engineering, or related field; Certified Administrator of Public Parking (CAPP); Experience working in higher education. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Standard Weekly Hours: 36.25 Eligible for Overtime: No Benefits Eligible: Yes Probationary Period: 180 days Essential Services Personnel: Yes Physical Capacity Exam Required: No Valid Driver’s License Required: Yes Experience Level: Director. #J-18808-Ljbffr