Director of Transportation

Company: Hope Network West Michigan
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Director of Transportation We are all equally human. Join us. At Hope Network , over 2,800 compassionate professionals serve individuals across 125 locations statewide—each playing a vital role in creating powerful comebacks. Whether through hands-on care or essential behind-the-scenes support, every team member contributes to a greater purpose: transforming lives. ??Watch how we create comebacks. Why Join Our Team? We’re proud to offer a robust and meaningful benefits package to support your career growth and overall well-being: Salary range starting at $90,000 annually, with compensation commensurate with experience Medical, Vision, & Dental Care 403(b) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Educational Reimbursement Career-Pathing Paid Training Employee Referral Bonus With your help, we can take on the challenges, the barriers, the statistics, and the seemingly impossible. What You’ll Do Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Transportation Department, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality services. Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including FTA, MDOT, funder, and licensing requirements. Develop, manage, and oversee the annual operating and capital budgets, including financial forecasting and variance management. Lead department-wide performance management through review of operational metrics, safety indicators, and customer satisfaction trends. Drive continuous improvement and change management initiatives to enhance service quality, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility. Build, equip, and develop transportation leadership and management staff through coaching, succession planning, and performance management. Oversee vehicle management, fleet safety, maintenance coordination, and long-term capital planning within approved budgets. Manage transportation grants and contracts, ensuring timely applications, accurate reporting, and full compliance with funder requirements. Represent Hope Network with funders, regulatory agencies, community partners, and external stakeholders with professionalism and accountability. Collaborate with internal departments to strengthen operational alignment, improve efficiencies, and support organizational growth. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Administration, or a related field required Minimum of five (5) years of experience in transportation operations, with progressive leadership responsibility required. Demonstrated experience with annual budget development and financial management. Experience with FTA Section 5310 programs, transportation grants, or contract management preferred. Strong strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage audiences from frontline staff to executive leadership and external partners. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record per Hope Network policy. Our Commitment to Inclusion Our strength lies in our diversity —empowering us to meet the unique needs of over 34,000 individuals we serve each year. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the diverse perspectives that each team member brings to our mission.

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