Transportation Director
City of Mesa, AZ

The City of Mesa is seeking an innovative, strategic, and dynamic leader to serve as its next Transportation Department Director. This executive-level role oversees a $57.6M operating budget, nearly 200 personnel, and implementation of Mesa’s bold 2050 Transportation Master Plan—a roadmap designed to enhance mobility, safety, and connectivity for one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities. 

The Director will lead a multi-disciplinary team responsible for traffic engineering, multimodal planning, operations, and infrastructure maintenance. This highly visible position works closely with City leadership, regional partners, and the community to deliver a safe, efficient, and forward-thinking transportation network. 


Location: Mesa, Arizona
Salary: $150,217.60-$202,176.00
Final filing date: Friday, September 26, 2025

Please make sure to have your Resume, Cover Letter, and List of References ready for upload before you start the application process. One combined document that includes all three items is preferred.