Salary : $114,424.19 - $166,670.37 Annually
Location : Centennial II, Human Resources Department, 805 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, OH
Job Type: Full-time Unclassified
Job Number: 26-03242 (U)
Department: Transportation & Engineering
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

General Statement of Duties

SPECIFIC STATEMENT OF DUTIES
The employee serves as Deputy Director of the Department of Transportation and Engineering (DOTE). This executive-level position works closely with the Director to lead and coordinate the City's multi-modal transportation system, including highway, aviation, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and utility networks.
The Deputy Director provides broad management oversight for several critical DOTE functions, including Traffic Services; Development, Permits and Urban Design; Aviation; and departmental administrative support services.
Key Responsibilities
The Deputy Director provides leadership and oversight in the following areas:
Executive Leadership Responsibilities

• Assists the Director in establishing and implementing departmental goals, objectives, policies, programs, and priorities.
• Develops and monitors annual operating and capital budgets.
• Provides oversight of capital improvement programs and major transportation projects.
• Coordinates with City departments, governmental agencies, utilities, consultants, City Council and its offices, community councils, and other external stakeholders.
• Provides leadership in addressing complex transportation, infrastructure, development, and operational issues.
• Directs, develops, and evaluates staff and provides leadership in recruitment, workforce development, and succession planning.
• Promotes collaboration across DOTE divisions and with external partners to advance the City's transportation priorities.
• Represents the Department in high-level meetings, initiatives, and projects as assigned by the Director.
• Performs other executive-level management duties as assigned.

Department Administration

• Provides executive oversight and coordination of DOTE's Human Resources, Accounting, and Information Technology functions.
• Promotes effective administrative operations and alignment with departmental priorities.

Traffic Services

• Directs oversight of the maintenance and operation of City street lighting circuits, traffic signals, pedestrian signals, school flashers, hazard signals, intelligent transportation systems, overhead signs, vehicle and pedestrian detection systems, and related traffic control infrastructure.
• Ensures effective planning, maintenance, and delivery of traffic-related services and infrastructure.

Development, Permits and Urban Design

• Provides oversight of regulatory affairs, right-of-way management, permitting, and regulatory functions.
• Coordinates the design, construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure.
• Provides leadership for the City's Bicycle Program and Pedestrian Safety Program.

Aviation

• Provides management oversight for the administration, operation, maintenance, planning, and development of Cincinnati Municipal Lunken Airport.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Employee functions in an administrative capacity carrying out special projects as assigned by the Department Director. Also, under general direction of the Director, this employee directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the assigned Department. This employee will assist with key departmental functions, including coordinating assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies. Provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of the assigned department.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of program development, implementation and administration.

Methods and techniques of statistical data collection and analysis.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Principles and procedures of financial reporting.

Principles and procedures of management systems and reporting.

Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

City personnel policies and procedures.

Principles and procedures for developing goals, objectives and management plans.

Public administration principles and processes.

Skill to:

Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.

Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.
Ability to:

Implement and maintain positive employee relations.

Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel.

Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs.

Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures, and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.

Analyze data and information; draw conclusions; propose responsive actions.

Identify and respond to sensitive organizational issues, concerns and needs.

Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.

Delegate authority and responsibility.

Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Maintain confidentiality of certain City information.

Work with diverse groups from the public, business, industry, and various local government agencies to evaluate methods for solving problems and improving service.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Examples of Work Performed

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the department.

Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.

Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.

Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepare statistical reports as required.

Prepare a variety of complex correspondence, memoranda and administrative staff reports; coordinate and participate in the preparation of agendas.

Participate in the development and administration of the department's annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.

Conduct a variety of organization studies, investigations and operational studies.

Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations as it related to department activities.

Serve as staff on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Arranges for the services of external consultants and agencies and acts as the City liaison.

Implements assigned department projects by coordinating the work of other department staff, citizen groups, and public and private agencies.

Assigns work to a professional staff, oversees work procedures, and inspects work in progress and upon completion.

Establishes and monitors management controls for administrative, program, and fiscal procedures.

Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Perform related duties as required.

HR CONTACT: [email protected]
Required Education and Experience
RESUME MUST BE ATTACHED

Each applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business, Marketing, or area of operational expertise and five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in the public or private sector related to assigned department activities is required. A Master's degree in the aforementioned or operational areas is strongly preferred.
Where a specialized certification or experience is required for the position, a substitution may be permitted to replace educational requirements.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must be an excellent communicator and team builder.
May require specific industry mandated or related certifications.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Background Investigation:
A criminal background investigation will be conducted for this position (according to Civil Service Commission Rule 15 - Sensitive Classifications/Positions and the Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2001 and the Patriot Act). The purpose is to detect security risks and prevent security threats posed by potential employees.

U.S. Citizenship:
All positions with the City of Cincinnati require that each applicant be a citizen of the United States or have a valid permanent resident card at the time of appointment (date of hire).
Working and Physical Conditions
Environmental Conditions:
Office environment: exposure to computer screens; some travel within the City required.
Physical Conditions:

Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity; may be required to operate assigned vehicle.
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees