Transportation Manager

Target Hiring Range: $ - $ Annually (DOQ)
Position Salary Range: $ - $ Annual

Relocation assistance may be offered for the successful candidate

The position is open until filled with first review occurring in January 2026.

Reporting to the Public Works Director, the Transportation Manager plays an integral role in the City and Public Works Department in terms of coordination with development and ensuring consistency with long-range plans, policies, and regulations. Beyond Public Works, the position works closely with public safety, risk management, and development services on specific projects and initiatives. Direct reports include the Streets Maintenance Supervisor, Traffic Engineer, and City Surveyor, and two Engineering Technicians II.

This is an exciting career opportunity for an experienced transportation professional looking to broaden their skill set to include street operations, project management, long-range planning and collaboration across multiple disciplines. The City is well-managed with a focus on customer service and led by an experienced team of department directors. Richland Public Works is a well-coordinated department which places a high emphasis on teamwork and service to the public.

The Transportation Manager is an integral part of the Public Works leadership group and a highly valued member of the City’s leadership team.

The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a comprehensive background check commensurate to the position.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, extended sick leave (ESL)
• PTO accrual increases with years of service:
  • 0–6 months: 13.33 hrs/month
  • 6 months - 9 years: 20.33 hrs/month
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage with substantial City-paid contributions
• City-paid life and AD&D insurance (2× annual salary) and long-term disability coverage
• Participation in the Washington State PERS retirement system
• Deferred compensation plans (457 and 401(a)) with up to 4% City match
• Additional City-paid 401(a) contributions: +4% Senior Management
• Flexible Benefits (Section 125) and Retirement Health Savings Plan

Performs complex administrative and engineering work planning, organizing and coordinating operations, activities, staff and resources associated with assigned divisions, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Public Works Director (supervisor). Divisional supervision is exercised over assigned personnel.

All employees are expected to model and foster the City of Richland’s core values in the performance of their duties and their interactions while representing the City. The values of Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence promote and maintain a high level of morale and productivity and are the tie that binds all City employees together, across all functions.

Special Requirements

• Washington State Professional Engineer’s License upon hire and maintain throughout employment. Out of State applicants must have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.
• Valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with coursework in civil engineering or related field, and six (6) or more years of experience in engineering design, including two (2) years in a supervisory role, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Additional duties of a similar nature and level may also be assigned. The City may make reasonable accommodations to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provides management oversight of the Street Maintenance Division including supervising the Streets Maintenance Supervisor, evaluating the techniques, programs, tasks, personnel needs, equipment needs, budget preparation, and implementation.
• Leads long-range transportation planning activities including six-year Transportation Improvement Program and participates in regional transportation planning…