Associate Director

Department :

Transportation-225701

Career Area :

Parking and Transportation

Posting Open Date : 10 / 06 / 2025

Application Deadline :

10 / 20 / 2025

Open Until Filled : No

Position Type :

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title : Associate Director

Appointment Type : EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number : 01004594

Vacancy ID : NF0009321

Full Time / Part Time :

Full-Time Permanent

FTE : Hours per week :

40

Position Location : North Carolina, US

Hiring Range : $105,000 - $125,000

Proposed Start Date :

11 / 03 / 2025

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The UNC Chapel Hill Department of Transportation and Parking is an essential part of UNC Chapel Hill and is responsible for coordinating all traffic, parking and transportation services for UNC Chapel Hill’s campus. The department strives to provide a high level of service to students, employees and visitors who work, live, and visit the University and UNC Health Care System. Transportation & Parking (T&P), partners with stakeholders and customers to manage this key University infrastructure system effectively and efficiently balancing limited resources and the diverse needs of the campus community. The department manages 10 parking decks and 160 surface parking areas with approximately 23,000 parking spaces providing employee, student, patient / visitor, and event access to the UNC campus. The University and UNC HealthCare System rely on a multi-modal transportation system that is heavily dependent upon local and regional transportation to provide access to the campus and hospitals. UNC partners with local and regional transit agencies to provide fare free at boarding local transit and subsidized regional transit opportunities for employees and students. T&P services and partners include Chapel Hill Transit, Triangle Transit Authority, Piedmont Area Rapid Transit, and Chatham Transit Network in addition to the UNC P2P Express and P2P On-Demand services. T&P also offers a UNC Commuter Alternative Program (CAP) that incentivizes commuting opportunities including off-campus park & ride with frequent transit, Zip Ride (car rental by the hour), Zim Ride (ride sharing service), and van pool subsidy and coordination. T&P plans, manages, and implements traffic, transit, and parking services on a daily basis and during major campus events such as large-scale athletic events, performing arts, Commencement, and VIP visits occurring at UNC.

Position Summary :

Associate Director of Transportation and Planning :

The person in this position is directly responsible for strategic planning, including representation on regional and local committees acting as a University / department liaison on policy and service development associated with transportation services. The position also is directly responsible for the areas of Transportation Demand Management (TDM); Planning, Construction, and Sustainable Technology; Maintenance; and Point to Point (P2P) Services. The position reports to the Director of Transportation and Parking in the Division of Finance and Administration and serves as a principal deputy to the Director.

Primary duties include : (1) Serve as a core member of the campus master plan team. Contribute professional advice on master plan options and concepts to ensure and enhance access, connectivity, and pedestrian safety. Develop comprehensive elements of the campus master plan dealing with access, parking, transportation, vehicles, mass transit, and other alternative modes. Lead the efforts to negotiate transportation-related elements of development plans with the Town of Chapel Hill. (2) Understand local and regional planning in conjunction with University planning and development strategy to provide insight and recommendations regarding the how regional transit affects the University. Represent the University on local, regional, and statewide planning groups and task forces studying and making recommendations on transportation strategies to improve access and connectivity in the community and throughout the region. (3) Prepare the annual budget for the Planning Division of Transportation and Parking. Research and monitor federal and state grant funding opportunities and apply for external funding whenever possible. Manage the budget throughout the year to ensure adequate resources are available to perform the required work. Analyze and evaluate expenditures of division budgets and make budget adjustments as necessary to address changing priorities. (4) Operations Management and Communications : Oversee major transportation areas that include 38 permanent staff and approximately 10 temporary positions, including : Transportation Demand Management (TDM), which includes the Commuter Alternative Program (CAP); Planning, Construction, and Sustainable Technology; Sustainable Technology Development, which includes light-emitting diode (LED) initiatives, electric vehicle charging, solar panel installations, and other environmental initiatives; Maintenance, including parking decks, facilities, and equipment; Point to Point (P2P) Services, including the P2P staffing / service / financial model.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

A minimum of 10 to 12 years of experience in transportation planning, parking services administration, or related fields such as planning, policy, change management, environmental or resource management, or facilities; 8 to 10 years of experience is acceptable for candidates with an advanced degree.

The successful candidate must possess demonstrated leadership and team-building skills; advanced knowledge of urban planning or transportation planning and best practices; political acumen in understanding and negotiating organizational complexity; experience with short- and long-term budget forecasting; advanced project management experience; and exceptional communication, customer service, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Master’s degree in city and regional planning, transportation planning, or other closely-related field.

Experience in a university or non-profit setting.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.