Under the executive appointment of the Mayor, the Assistant Director - DDOT Operations/Maintenance assists in planning, directing and coordinating operations in the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT). This position is also responsible for providing leadership to attain the goals and objectives of the department.

• Oversee management of staff and the day-to-day activities of the administrative division of DDOT including direct responsibility for the marketing, media, customer service, outreach, compliance, and grants departments.
• Implement policies, procedures, and standards for the efficient, safe, and effective operation of the municipal public transit system.
• Assist in preparing operating statistics, reports, and cost analyses.
• Assist in determining the impacts of changes and procedures on services, costs, purchasing requirements, and personnel/budget requests.
• Participate in fiscal management, budgetary planning, and staffing analysis.
• Assign and oversee special projects to division managers and staff.
• Represent the department at City Council meetings and interface with City agencies, other public officials, and key stakeholders to ensure departmental programs and activities are aligned with related City priorities in the absence of the Director and Associate Director.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in the administration and management of transportation systems.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in a leadership capacity.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations governing the use and operation of a public transit system.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public transit operations and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in public transit operations and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point