Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility

Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility

Join the City of Miami Beach as an Assistant Director of Transportation and Mobility and help shape a high-profile, multimodal transportation program that moves millions of people each year and enhances the daily life of residents, visitors, and the workforce.

• Lead program delivery across the Department’s traffic and transit divisions.
• Oversee the planning, design, and construction of a multi‑million dollar portfolio of capital projects.
• Translate complex engineering and operational issues into clear, compelling narratives for elected officials, community groups, and agency partners.
• Represent the Department with elected officials, community and advocacy groups, agency partners, and stakeholders, stepping in for the Director when needed.
• Manage a demanding and fluctuating workload with professional composure under pressure.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Seven (7) years of professional experience in transportation/traffic engineering, transportation planning, and transit service planning/operations.
• Engineer Intern (EI) and/or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.

The salary range for this position is $144,910 to $262,175 annually, with an expected starting salary between $160,000 and $190,000, depending on qualifications and experience. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefit pension plan and other competitive benefits.

Highly qualified and interested candidates should apply online by January 19, 2026 with a resume, cover letter, contact information for five professional references, and veterans’ preference documentation, if applicable, at  For questions or more information, contact Yolanda Howze, Director of Executive Recruitment, at .

* Veterans Preference awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. Resident preference awarded according to City policy. The City of Miami Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The State of Florida has strong public records laws. Candidates should be aware that all aspects of this recruitment are open to public records requests throughout the process.