Transportation Operations Division Chief - EDS
Required skills
- civil engineering
- transportation engineering
- traffic engineering
- Professional Engineer license
- South Carolina driver’s license
Nice to have
- traffic signal system
- transportation studies
- infrastructure programs
- capital projects
- traffic operations
- development-plan review
Role summary
The Town of Mount Pleasant seeks an experienced Transportation Operations Division Chief to lead its traffic and transportation operations. This role involves managing the town's traffic signal system, transportation studies, infrastructure programs, and capital projects, while supervising professional and technical staff. The position requires close collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance transportation safety, mobility, and infrastructure. Key responsibilities include traffic operations, development plan review, traffic calming, pedestrian and bicycle improvements, project and budget management, and presenting to committees and the Town Council. A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, five years of relevant experience, and professional engineering licensure are required.
Engineering & Development Services
Shape the Future of Transportation in One of South Carolina's Fastest-Growing Communities!
The Town of Mount Pleasant is seeking an experienced transportation engineering professional to lead its traffic and transportation operations. The Transportation Operations Division Chief manages the Town’s traffic signal system, transportation studies, infrastructure programs, and assigned capital projects while supervising professional and technical staff.
The position works closely with Town leadership, elected officials, residents, developers, consultants, contractors, and partner agencies to improve transportation safety, mobility, and infrastructure throughout the community. Key responsibilities include traffic operations, development-plan review, traffic calming, pedestrian and bicycle improvements, project and budget management, and presentations to the Transportation Committee and Town Council.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and five years of transportation or traffic engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Professional Engineer license
- Professional Traffic Operations Engineer certification, or ability to obtain within two years
- Road Safety Professional Level 1 certification, or ability to obtain within two years
- Valid South Carolina driver’s license
Why Join the Town of Mount Pleasant?
The Town offers meaningful public-service work and a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 37.5-hour workweek
- Flexible scheduling and hybrid remote-work options
- Generous medical and dental insurance
- 12 paid holidays plus one personal day
- Three weeks of vacation accrued annually
- Tuition reimbursement program
Review the full job description here: Transportation Operations Division Chief_EDS_CPT_9.3.2026.pdf
Benefits Summary: TOMP Benefit Summary.pdf
To deliver superior performance in a manner that is distinctive and impactful to each person served and that establishes a standard for quality that endures for generations.
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