Executive Director

Posted: 24-Jul-26

About the role

The Executive Director is appointed by and reports to the Policy Board and is responsible for the leadership and administration of the OahuMPO, which is designated to carry out the federally mandated, multimodal framework for involvement in and funding of surface transportation for the Island of Oahu. That framework — known as the Continuous, Coordinated, and Comprehensive (3-C) Planning Process — is established by U.S. statute and regulations (23 CFR 450 Subpart C) and for the State of Hawaii, contained in the enabling legislation found in HRS 279D.

Central to the Executive Director’s responsibilities is the coordination of planning among and in cooperation with the major partners, including the Hawaii State Department of Transportation, the City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services, and the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART), to ensure Oahu’s regional transportation program meets all federal requirements and achieves OahuMPO’s vision and goals for a coordinated and comprehensive multimodal transportation system.

The Executive Director is the face of OahuMPO and advises the Policy Board on federal and state requirements and other transportation planning practices; and communicates on its behalf to federal, state and county government agencies, the private sector and the public on the region’s long-range transportation plans, programs, and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and administer the OahuMPO, ensuring compliance with federal and state transportation planning mandates.
• Coordinate planning efforts with key partners, including the Hawaii State Department of Transportation, City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services, and Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART).
• Advise the Policy Board on federal and state requirements, transportation planning practices, and regional initiatives.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for OahuMPO, representing the organization to government agencies, the private sector, and the public.
• Recruit, hire, and manage a team of professional, technical, and administrative staff.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in transportation planning, civil engineering, or a related field.

Pay

$117,852-$188,532 per year, based on experience and qualifications.