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The Director, Transit Services is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for the City of Grande Prairie’s transit system, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient service for all passengers. This role involves managing all aspects of transit operations, including route planning, scheduling, maintenance of vehicles, budgeting, and compliance with regulations. The Director works closely with municipal leadership, community stakeholders, and transit staff to develop and implement policies that support the City’s mobility goals and environmental sustainability initiatives.

In addition to operational management, the Public Transit Director plays a key role in long-term strategic planning, including service expansion, technology integration, and performance improvement initiatives. The position requires strong financial acumen to manage multimillion-dollar budgets as well as leadership skills to foster a collaborative, customer-focused culture. Effective communication and stakeholder engagement are critical, as the Director represents the transit system in public forums, council meetings, and partnerships with regional transportation agencies.