JOB TITLE: Chief Executive Officer
AGENCY: North County Transit District
LOCATION: Oceanside, CA
FILING DEADLINE: October 27, 2023
SALARY RANGE: $266,614 – $426,674 Annually
THE POSITION
Reporting to the NCTD Board of Directors (Board), the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) plans, organizes, directs, and administers all functions of the NCTD; imparts transportation expertise and develops recommendations for action for the Board and executes decisions of the Board. The CEO is responsible for all aspects of the administration, management, finance/budget and development of NCTD’s multimodal regional public transit system including both bus and rail operations. Experience and expertise in the planning, operations, design and construction of transportation projects is highly beneficial, as well as a background in legislative and public affairs, working with local, state and federal appointed and elected officials.
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Serve the Board in the development and implementation of strategies and initiatives to foster the continued provision of a safe and efficient public transportation system.
- Build solid relations and consensus among the Board, staff, labor, internal committees, and external stakeholders.
- Develop an understanding of the interests and ramifications of actions which affect customers, local business and industry, community groups, local, state and the federal government.
- Ensure that functions that impact administrative, technology, capital program and transit services are conducted in an efficient, effective, and connected manner. These include transportation planning and operations, land use, and transportation systems improvements.
- Ensure the performance, quality management and continued safety and reliability of the system and its positive perception by the public.
- Promote the needs of NCTD to local, state, and federal governments.
- Ensure the on-going development and implementation of strategic and capital plans that support the advancement of NCTD’s mission and goals and oversee the adequacy and soundness of NCTD’s financial structure.
- Ensure that effective programming and available funding programs support the needs of NCTD to achieve and implement its Strategic Plan Goals.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Chief Executive Officer will be a dynamic, articulate, results-oriented leader with excellent communication skills necessary to develop and maintain strong professional relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of financial administration and project delivery, awareness of transportation issues facing the region, and knowledge of California’s unique policy and regulatory environment. The successful candidate must be able to manage people and the creative process with inspiration, show capacity to multi-task and manage diversity of activities, programs and people, while leading with diplomacy, inclusive communication, and a positive motivational leadership style. Effective communication and interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively and persuasively with elected officials, other agencies, the business community, organized labor, senior and disabled communities, public constituencies, and the press are a must.
Key Skills, Attributes and Characteristics
- Excellent business acumen and operational judgement related to the changing needs and goals of the public.
- A solid leader with a positive presence, demonstrates initiative, is action-oriented, exercises good judgment, treats others with respect, and is open and approachable.
- Strategic long-term fiscal planning and cost management; creative financial methodologies; and information management systems.
- Knowledge of economic, political and social factors related to the use of public transportation.
- An active problem solver who anticipates and responds to problems in a timely manner, develops alternative solutions, and is able to bring resolution to issues quickly, involving others as needed.
- A relationship builder who cultivates productive relationships with the Board, Executive Team, elected officials, employees,
organized labor, external agencies, and the public.
- An outstanding manager of people who provides guidance and professional support to staff, offers regular feedback to employees and serves as a mentor in providing training and growth opportunities.
- Service-oriented with a track record of providing outstanding service to internal and external customers.
- Models behaviors that will foster a culture based on diversity, equity, inclusion, innovation, collaboration, transparency, and
continuous improvement.
- A leader who is collaborative and supportive in working with the Board and ensuring the organization works toward a
common goal.
- An excellent communicator willing to listen and able to build trust.
- Able to work in a collaborative manner with the General Counsel, who also reports to the Board of Directors, to support effective and efficient operations of NCTD.
THE REGION
Anchored by historic Highway 101 and with near perfect weather, this stretch of California coastline has some of the best surfing anywhere in the world and a laid-back, SoCal vibe all its own. Here you’ll find plenty of dining options and shopping opportunities including the Cedros Avenue Design District, the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, several upscale malls and unique, local boutiques. North County has everything from five-star fare at Addison to authentic traditional Mexican food, along with craft brew tasting rooms, urban wineries, and seaside watering holes. If you’re looking for outdoor adventures in San Diego, the north region has plenty. From hiking and horseback riding in Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve and stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking in Carlsbad Lagoon, to biking along the coast, or sport fishing, whale watching or surfing, from La Jolla to Oceanside outdoor enthusiasts are sure to be entertained.
For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Rev3-North-County-TD-CEO.pdf.
To be considered, please electronically submit your resume, cover letter and a list of five professional references (references will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) to: https://koffassociates.com/nctd-ceo/
Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held, as well as size of staff and budgets you have managed.
For additional information, please contact:
Frank Rojas
Phone (510) 495-0448
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://koffassociates.com/