Manager of Transportation Engineering

Join the Region's Innovation Engine — Become NOACA's Next Manager of Transportation Engineering!The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) is where big ideas meet real-world impact. As the Metropolitan Planning Organization and Areawide Water Quality Management Agency for a dynamic five-county region of Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina Counties, NOACA leads the charge in designing smarter, safer, more sustainable transportation systems for 2.1 million residents.We are looking for a visionary, technically exceptional, people-centered Manager of Transportation Engineering to help shape the future of mobility in Northeast Ohio.About the RoleThe Manager of Transportation Engineering is a key leader in driving some of the region's most important and innovative transportation planning and engineering initiatives.You willProvide leadership, development, and supervision to engineering and planning staffDesign, manage, and deliver advanced transportation planning and traffic engineering projectsLead programs in community-level traffic operations, transportation safety, and signal timing optimization; Intelligent Transportation Systems and planning for Connected and Autonomous VehiclesOversee the Transportation Asset Management Program, which focuses on pavement and bridge condition analyses and prioritization reportsBuild and manage project work plans, budgets, and new initiatives that expand the Division's capabilitiesConduct advanced research and analysis, producing high-quality reports and recommendationsCollaborate with federal, state, regional, and local partners, including USDOT, ODOT, local governments, consultants, and NOACA staffThis is a full-time, FLSA-exempt leadership position that plays a central role in improving mobility, safety, and quality of life across Northeast Ohio.Leadership Philosophy — Servant Leadership AccountabilityAt NOACA, leadership is not about authority—it's about service. The Manager of Transportation Engineering is expected to lead with NOACA's Servant Leadership Accountability approach, which means:Creating psychological safety and trustCoaching, developing, and empowering staffListening first, acting thoughtfully, and supporting team successHolding yourself and others accountable with transparency and fairnessModeling humility, respect, and ethical decision-makingIf you are energized by helping others excel while delivering outstanding technical work, you will thrive here.Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field and 10 years of relevant transportation or traffic engineering experienceMaster's degree may substitute for one year of experience; PhD for an additional yearOhio Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferredExperience with traffic engineering simulation software preferredFamiliarity with Highway Safety Manual standards (AASHTO) preferredAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft OfficeStrong research, data analysis, communication, and organizational skillsProven leadership and people-management abilitiesMust be authorized to work in the U.S.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $88,894.85 – $113,340.94 (commensurate with education, experience, and certification)Generous paid time off including 12 holidays plus vacation, sick leave, and personal timeComprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescription coverageEmployer-sponsored life insuranceParticipation in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)Support for professional development, certifications, and membershipsAdditional voluntary benefitsWork EnvironmentNOACA offers a hybrid work model, including:Telecommuting on Mondays18 additional flexible telecommute days per yearIf you are motivated by purpose, thrive in collaboration, and possess both the technical depth and leadership heart to guide transformational transportation work, we want to meet you.Join us. Lead with service. Engineer the future.J-18808-Ljbffr