Under general direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director plans, organizes, directs and reviews the activities and operations of the San Joaquin Council of Governments; coordinates assigned activities with member agencies and the SJCOG Board of Directors; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the SJCOG Board. Here are just three examples of what the Executive Director’s responsibilities include:
» Developing, planning, and implementing agency goals and objectives; recommending and administering policies and procedures.
» Coordinating activities with Council of Governments (COG) member agencies and other outside
agencies and organizations; providing staff assistance to the COG Board; preparing and presenting staff
reports and other necessary correspondence.
» Directing, overseeing and participating in the development of the COG’s Annual Work Program; assigning work activities, projects and programs; monitoring workflow; reviewing and evaluating work products, methods and procedures.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic planning agency that serves as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and Local Transportation Sales Tax Authority for one of the fastest growing counties in California. They have been a leader in the development and implementation of innovative programs and projects in all areas of transportation. Through the region’s Measure K transportation sales tax program, SJCOG is administering the delivery of over $3 billion in transportation investments over the next 30 years including transit, state highways, local roadways, pedestrian/bicycle, and smart growth projects that include affordable housing
To learn more about SJCOG, the position, and selection process view our brochure. Please note that applications must be submitted to this website by the first resume review date of Monday, August 17, 2020.