Executive Director – Transit Authority ( Part Time Consultant Role)

Executive Director – Transit Authority (Consultant Role) Location:Del Norte County, California (Hybrid) Job Type:Contract Contract Duration:3 Years + 2 Optional Extensions (Max 5 Years) Work Model:Hybrid (Onsite + Remote) Workload:~125 Hours per Month Positions:1TheExecutive Directorwill serve as theprimary leader (equivalent to CEO)of the Redwood Coast Transit Authority, responsible for managing all operational, strategic, and administrative functions of the transit system. This is ahigh-impact leadership rolerequiring expertise inpublic transportation systems, governance, financial management, and stakeholder engagement . The selected consultant will work closely with the Board of Directors and oversee contractors responsible for operations and maintenance.Key Responsibilities Leadership & Operations Management • Oversee day-to-day transit operations and administration • Manage contractors responsible for operations and maintenance • Ensure system efficiency, reliability, and service delivery Strategic Planning & Governance • Lead long-term planning and organizational strategy • Work closely with Board of Directors to achieve agency goals • Represent the agency at local, state, and federal levels Financial & Administrative Oversight • Manage budgeting, financial planning, and funding allocations • Oversee grants, procurement, and compliance activities • Ensure financial sustainability of the transit system Stakeholder & Community Engagement • Act as public representative of RCTA • Coordinate with government agencies, partners, and community stakeholders • Support regional transportation initiativesMust-Have Qualifications • Minimum5+ years of leadership experiencein similar roles • Strong experience inpublic transit / transportation / government operations • Proven expertise instrategic planning, financial management, and governance • Experience managingvendors, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams • Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skillsPreferred Qualifications • Background inPublic Administration / Transportation / Business Management • Experience working withtransit agencies or public sector organizations • Familiarity withfederal/state regulations and compliance • Experience ingrant management and funding programsCore Competencies • Executive leadership & decision-making • Strategic thinking & planning • Financial and operational management • Stakeholder communication • Problem-solving & adaptabilityWork Environment • Hybrid role (onsite presence required + remote flexibility) • Collaboration with Board, contractors, and stakeholders • Travel/field coordination as neededAdditional Requirements • Must be able to work~125 hours/month (part-time engagement) • Must comply withfederal, state, and RCTA procurement requirements • Ability to manage confidential and public-sector responsibilities