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Job Opening for Transit Director

Lee-Russell Council of Governments is seeking a Transit Director to manage the  Lee-Russell Public Transit (LRPT) and Phenix City Express (PEX) systems. Lee-Russell Public Transit operates a demand response system in the City of Auburn and Opelika and limited access in Lee and Russell Counties. Phenix City Express operates a fixed route and paratransit service in the City of Phenix City, Alabama and limited service in Columbus, GA. The systems combined have a total of 33 vehicles and 26 employees.
                 
Responsibilities include overseeing day-to-day operation of both transit systems; negotiating and managing user and provider contracts; managing relations with passengers; developing and monitoring budgets; ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinating advertising/marketing efforts; preparing state/federal reports and grants; working with community officials and citizens in promoting transit systems and COG; providing direct supervision to Transit Department to include transit management staff, bus drivers and interns; attending professional meetings; and performing other duties as required. 

Requirements:  Must have a Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning, public administration, urban/community planning business administration or closely related field.  Three to five years of experience is required in operating and managing a transit system.  Experience with utilizing RouteMatch Scheduling software and/or other bus scheduling software is a plus. Must have strong managerial, administrative and organizational skills. 

Salary Range:  $47,591 - $71,384

Send resume and references to: Suzanne Burnette, Executive Director, Lee-Russell Council of Governments, 2207 Gateway Drive, Opelika, AL 36801, Phone (334) 749-5264, Fax (334) 749-6582.  

Position will remain open until filled. LRCOG is an equal opportunity employer.