The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) is on the prowl for a new head honcho. The regional planning powerhouse has officially put out the call nationwide, looking to fill the big shoes of their next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Eager applicants have until February 23 to throw their hats in the ring for this prime position.
The search aims to find a leader who will not only navigate but also unite under the complex canopy of transportation issues that span the diverse needs of the region's populace. The new CEO must deftly maneuver the political landscape, to effectively build consensus among board members. SANDAG has made it clear they're after someone with a solid track record in transportation, regional planning, and capital development chops.
According to the recruitment brochure on the organization's website, this isn’t just any bus-driving gig. The future executive will oversee an impressive budget north of a billion dollars and a workforce 400 strong. These folks are the lifeline of the agency, supporting the vast and ever-expanding tapestry that makes up the San Diego region’s infrastructure. The Board of Directors, composed of elected officials from the area's local governments, will be the CEO's direct report card.
SANDAG isn't just looking for a pencil pusher; they want a pathfinder with the foresight to innovate and support sustainable and multimodal transportation initiatives that align with climate planning efforts. Integrity and trustworthiness are the names of the game, and the ideal candidate will bring to the table the expertise required to lead and a fervent passion to earnestly serve the community's multifaceted needs. SANDAG isn't just paying lip service to diversity, equity, and inclusion—they expect tangible evidence that their new CEO can walk the talk.
Aspiring candidates can find all the nitty-gritty details and application guidelines on the CPS HR website. Make your move and be part of shaping the future of transportation in San Diego. The Board's sights are set on anointing the region's transportation czar in May 2024—just in time to steer this ship into its next chapter of innovation and community-focused planning.
