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Home My WebLink AboutMPOJC Executive DirectorUpdated: March 2024 CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Posi�on Title: MPOJC Director Department: Neighborhood & Development Services Division: MPOJC Supervisor: Neighborhood & Development Services Director FLSA: Exempt Civil Service: No Pay Grade: 31 Job Number: 3103 Job Summary Directs the opera�onal, financial and personnel ac�vi�es of the Metropolitan Planning Organiza�on of Johnson County (MPOJC). Serves as execu�ve director of the MPOJC as well as the Transporta�on Planner for the City of Iowa City and supervises Iowa City-specific programs and services. Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Directs the ac�vi�es and programs of the Metropolitan Planning Organiza�on, MPOJC, which services twelve municipali�es, the University of Iowa, and Iowa Department of Transporta�on; provides leadership for all MPOJC opera�ons and administra�ve func�ons. • Prepares and manages budget for the MPOJC division and par�cipates in capital improvement planning. • Directs and assists in project work in transporta�on planning; offers traffic planning services to all MPOJC en��es; provides transit planning and grant administra�on services to three public fixed-route transit systems; coordinates transporta�on and land use planning for the urbanized area. • Oversees and directs staffing and support for the MPOJC Urbanized Area Policy Board and other MPOJC commitees, including agenda prepara�on, informa�on packet prepara�on, minutes and other ac�vi�es as directed by the Board. • Coordinates and administers grant applica�ons on behalf of Iowa City for transporta�on- related projects and for other MPOJC en��es upon request. • Assists in daily opera�ons of the department; assists in coordina�on and integra�on of work tasks of MPOJC with other departments. • Coordinates directly with the Iowa City Public Works department on right of way signage and signals. • Responds to requests, comments and inquiries from the public, Council members, the media and members of various boards, commissions, and inter-governmental agencies for all MPO and transporta�on related inquiries. Updated: March 2024 • Coordinates/nego�ates and maintains posi�ve working rela�onships with federal and state transporta�on officials, and officials from other Iowa municipali�es; assures compliance with all applicable regula�ons of the Federal Highway Administra�on, the Federal Transit Administra�on and the Iowa Department of Transporta�on, including long- and short-range analysis and required administra�ve documents such as the Transporta�on Improvement Program, Transporta�on Planning Work Program and Long Range Transporta�on Plan. • Researches and provides analysis for public en��es in the Metropolitan Planning Organiza�on including, but not limited to traffic studies, traffic analyses, traffic calming, traffic signal �ming, etc. • Manage Right of Way signs, traffic signals and overhead streetlights and provide development review for transporta�on concerns in Iowa City. • May perform du�es of Neighborhood & Development Services Director in his/her absence. • Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. • Performs other du�es as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and three to five years of related experience; or a Master’s degree and one to three years of related experience; or seven to nine years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or related. Experience in municipal planning, transportation planning, construction or building trades. • Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with sa�sfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Master’s degree from an accredited educational institution and five years of related experience; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Supervisory experience. • American Ins�tute of Cer�fied Planners (AICP) Cer�fica�on. Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es • Ability to analyze a variety of alterna�ves and make long range planning recommenda�ons based on benefits to the community. • Ability to apply concepts such as frac�ons, percentages, ra�os, and propor�ons to prac�cal situa�ons. • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. • Ability to develop and present mathema�cal budget informa�on and benefit/cost analysis. Updated: March 2024 • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instruc�ons in mathema�cal or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. • Ability to make effec�ve and persuasive speeches and presenta�ons on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors, commissions, or elected officials. • Ability to read and understand technical materials, reports and journals, and analyze the most complex documents. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es. • Ability to respond effec�vely to the most sensi�ve inquiries or complaints. • Ability to work with mathema�cal concepts such as probability and sta�s�cal inference. • Ability to write speeches and ar�cles using original or innova�ve techniques or style. • Knowledge of municipal planning techniques and principles and the general workings of state and federal programs in transporta�on and land use. • Knowledge of relevant provisions of federal, state and local law and current administra�ve techniques and prac�ces. • Skill in planning, reasoning, conflict resolu�on, and verbal and writen communica�ons. • Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word, Excel, Outlook). Supervision Assists with the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of a program function or unit for the department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include supervising direct reports including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; writing and delivering performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and terminating employees. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable Updated: March 2024 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Duties are generally performed in an office setting with a controlled environment. The job requires sitting for extended periods of time and the work may expose the employee to unpleasant social situations and significant work pace pressure. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Tracy Hightshoe, Neighborhood & Development Services Director (4/2024) I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________