Deputy Executive Director of Metro Planning & Policy

Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC)

San Francisco, California

Annual Salary: $269,500 - $322,089 DOE/DOQ

For a More Affordable, Connected, Diverse, Healthy, and Vibrant Bay Area!

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is seeking a Deputy Executive Director of Metro Planning & Policy. This executive-level position is key to the overall success of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and Association of Bay Area Governments organizations. MTC is the metropolitan planning organization (MPO) and regional transportation planning agency (RTPA) for the San Francisco Bay Area. The Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) is the council of governments (COG) for the Bay Area. The Deputy Executive Director is a newly created position and oversees 110 staff and a work program of over $200 million with a focus on initiatives that connect communities, house residents, and protect the environment.

The Deputy Executive Director will lead major policy and planning initiatives - including the development and implementation of activities associated with the region's long-range plan and regional housing needs assessment. They will recommend funding allocations and advocacy priorities that align and further the region's current long-range plan, Plan Bay Area 2050. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in metropolitan planning and policy, particularly in areas of transportation, land use, housing, and environmental sustainability practices, and have a keen understanding of the multifaceted challenges in large and diverse regions. These challenges may include connectivity, affordability, accessibility, financial constraints, and multi-layered partnership and decision-making. This leader will demonstrate enthusiasm for innovation, collaboration, process improvement, and streamlined systems. Apply now to strategize the future of transportation, land use, housing, and resilience in the Bay Area!

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