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Loudoun County Government · 1 day ago

Assistant Director-Transportation Planning & Traffic Engineering

Leesburg, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Loudoun County Government has been recognized as one of Forbes' 2025 Best Large Employers. The Assistant Director will lead the Transportation Planning and Traffic Engineering division, overseeing data collection, capital investment strategies, and collaboration with regional agencies while managing a team of professionals.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain standardized systems for data collection and performance metrics to assess projects for potential inclusion in the CIP

Analyze data and present findings to recommend the best investment strategies for infrastructure projects, such as roads, intersections, sidewalks and trails, as well as Board member initiatives

Coordinate with regional transportation agencies and neighboring jurisdictions on plans, studies, and funding

Lead and manage a team of planning, engineering, and project management professionals

Coordinate the procurement of professional services contracts

Advise Department and County Leadership on policy matters

Coordinate with other county departments for planning and zoning requirements, land use, GIS, and mapping

Routinely update the Countywide Transportation Plan

Evaluate and coordinate transportation grant funding with project schedules

Manage and coordinate emergency or ad hoc projects designated by the Director

Provide strategic planning for the department’s long and short-term goals and objectives

Make presentations to the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission and other public forums on a wide variety of transportation matters

Employ exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders, community members, and decision-makers. Facilitate collaborative discussions, address concerns, and foster consensus among diverse groups

Maintain a professional work environment in accordance with County policies and procedures

Qualification

Transportation planningTraffic engineeringData analysisCapital investment strategiesGISMappingProject managementTeam leadershipPublic speakingInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solvingConflict resolutionTime management

Required

Masters degree in Planning, Engineering, Business, Public Administration, or related field

Five (5) years of directly related, progressively responsible work experience including three (3) years in a supervisory or management role preferably in a government setting

A proven track record of success in leading and managing a team of professionals in the transportation planning and traffic engineering industries

Robust experience in transportation planning and capital investment prioritization strategies

The ability to standardize traffics planning and studies processes and procedures

Knowledge of the theory, principles, practices and techniques of transportation planning, multi-modal systems and traffic engineering operations including the ability to solve all common and unusual problems encountered, as well as developing models to forecast traffic demand

Knowledge of all applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes and ordinances

The ability to analyze unusual circumstances, variations in approach, and incomplete or conflicting information, and defend and negotiate recommendations concerning road safety issues

The ability to analyze conflicts and facilitate resolutions

The ability to develop programmatic and administrative management plans and employee performance standards

The ability to determine best use of human, fiscal and material resources

The ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing

The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, County and State officials, contractors and the general public

The ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ability to prioritize work for self and staff and manage multiple projects and tasks

Candidates must hold a valid driver's license

Employment is contingent upon successful background checks to include criminal, credit, and driving record checks