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General Director, Campus Transportation

Classification Information

Campus Transportation
Campus Transportation is responsible for day-to-day operation and management of integrated campus transportation systems, services, and infrastructure. May manage, operate and maintain parking ramps, garages, surface parking, streets, sidewalks and plazas. Responsible for parking, transit, paratransit, bicycle, pedestrian and sustainable/alternative transportation programs.
Management / Leadership
Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.
Level 3
Director: Directs and controls the activities of multiple university units or leads a team of professionals with significant university wide impact. Typically has indirect reports. In charge of overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, etc. for the unit. Collaborates with executive leadership on establishing strategic goals across the function.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Director of Campus Transportation at Virginia Tech is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, management, and strategic direction of the university’s integrated transportation systems and infrastructure. This includes parking facilities, transit services, pedestrian and bicycle networks, and sustainable transportation programs. The Director ensures that the campus transportation services are efficient, accessible, and environmentally sustainable, supporting the university's goals for mobility, safety, and community engagement. Additionally, the position plays a key role in planning for future transportation needs as the campus evolves. In this leadership role, the General Director manages a diverse team of professionals who are responsible for the maintenance, operation, and development of transportation services across the university’s campus. This includes overseeing parking structures, managing transit systems, and coordinating bicycle and pedestrian pathways to ensure a seamless and inclusive campus experience. The Director will collaborate with other university departments, city officials, and external transportation agencies to align strategies, policies, and programs with broader university goals, sustainability targets, and public safety standards. As a senior leader, the General Director is accountable for setting the strategic vision for campus transportation, ensuring that all transportation-related services meet the evolving needs of the university community. This includes budget management, resource allocation, staff development, and establishing key performance indicators to measure the success of transportation programs. The Director will also provide regular reports to executive leadership, contributing to long-term campus planning efforts and driving continuous improvement in the efficiency and sustainability of the university's transportation systems.