Employment

12/01/2026

Rural Alternative for Transportation (RAFT)

Berthoud, Colorado

RAFT (Rural Alternative for Transportation) is a charitable, nonprofit corporation providing
transportation services through a Volunteer Driver Program for older adults (60+) and
adults with disabilities who cannot drive. We are based in Berthoud Colorado.

Position Objective
Provide executive leadership and implement strategic direction for RAFT while overseeing
all operational, financial, and administrative functions. The Executive Director reports to
the Board of Directors and serves as the primary liaison to municipal partners, including
managing contracts such as the Town of Berthoud transportation services agreement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership, vision, and direction for RAFT operations and long-term
growth
- Oversee all transportation services, including scheduling, dispatch, and service delivery
performance, (must drive clients when needed)
- Recruit volunteers and oversee background checks
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local transportation regulations and safety
standards
- Develop, implement, update and maintain organizational policies, procedures, manuals
and operational systems
- Manage the RAFT budget, contract funds, grants, and other revenue sources
- Monitor financial performance, input financial spreadsheets and ensure fiscal
accountability and sustainability
- Manage and timely process payroll for employees, process reimbursement checks for
volunteer drivers
- Serve as primary contact for municipal, county, state and federal contracts and ensure
compliance with all agreements
- Build and maintain partnerships with local municipal, county, state and federal agencies,
nonprofits, and community stakeholders
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate staff, including operations personnel and drivers
- Develop staff training programs focused on safety, customer service, and regulatory
compliance
- Oversee fleet management, including maintenance, replacement planning, and insurance
- Lead fundraising efforts, including grant writing, donor development, and public funding
opportunities
- Prepare reports and present updates to the Board of Directors

- Represent RAFT at community meetings, events, and regional coordination efforts
- Ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and documentation of services
- Address operational issues, service disruptions, and organizational risks
- Support and promote a positive organizational culture and mission-driven service delivery
- Along with Board Chairperson coordinate and schedule monthly Board meetings

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong leadership and organizational management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Strong financial management and budgeting skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Knowledge of transportation systems, nonprofit management, and regulatory
requirements
- Ability to think strategically while managing day-to-day operations
- High level of problem-solving, decision-making, and adaptability
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn operational software systems
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and maintain professionalism

Desired Training and/or Experience
- Executive or senior leadership experience in nonprofit, transportation, or public sector
organizations
- Experience managing government or municipal contracts
- Grant writing and fundraising experience
- Budget development and financial oversight
- Supervising staff and organizational development
- Knowledge of rural or community-based transportation systems
- Familiarity with DOT, ADA, and related regulatory frameworks

Hours and Schedule
Full-time (approximately 40 hours per week); primarily office-based with required
attendance at meetings, community events, and occasional evening or weekend
commitments.

Pay
Range 55K -72K year, commensurate with experience.

Benefits
- 8 paid holidays aligned with RAFT schedule
-15 hours/year of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually (inclusive of sick leave)

- Monthly medical reimbursement
- Performance reviews which may result in salary adjustments or bonuses

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Steven Conaway

(970) 391-8898

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08/16/2026

Colorado Department of Transportation

Denver, CO

About the Work Unit
Would you like to be an integral part of shaping the future of transit in Metro Denver? The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is starting final design work to build a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route on Federal Boulevard. Federal Boulevard is one of the busiest transit corridors in Metro Denver and currently buses on the corridor experience significant delays, resulting in long travel times. The goal of the BRT project is to reduce travel times and improve reliability, and requiring constant collaboration with local partners, property owners, business owners, and more as it spans up to 18 miles of Federal Boulevard from 120th Ave in Westminster to Dartmouth Ave in South Denver. To learn more, please go to the project's website: https://www.codot.gov/projects/studies/denvermetrobrt/federalbrt .

About the Position
CDOT has a vacancy for a licensed Professional Engineer to provide transportation engineering construction oversight and expertise, while serving as the point person for the Federal Boulevard BRT project’s construction. This is a multi-year, extensive project that spans one of the busiest transit corridors in Metro Denver and will use the Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) alternative delivery method.

Required Licensure and Experience:
Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors;
AND two (2) years of professional experience in transportation engineering construction of which one (1) year must have been as a licensed professional engineer.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/5425917/federal-blvd-bus-rapid-transit-brt-construction-engineer

Amanda Parkhurst-Strout

(303) 757-9685

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09/08/2026

Yampa Valley Regional Transportation Authority

Craig, CO

Organization: Yampa Valley Regional Transportation Authority
Position Title: Executive Director
First Review: September 8, 2026
Salary Range: $150,000 to $180,000

The Yampa Valley Regional Transportation Authority in Craig, Colorado is seeking its first Executive Director to lead this newly formed public transportation agency. Located roughly three hours northwest of Denver, the Yampa Valley is a scenic mountain region shaped by the Yampa River and home to nearly 39,000 people. Sitting at an elevation of roughly 6,700 feet across Routt and Moffat counties, the valley is characterized by working ranchlands, mountain towns, rugged peaks, and broad stretches of public land.

THE YAMPA VALLEY REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

The Yampa Valley Regional Transportation Authority (YVRTA) is a newly established regional transportation authority serving communities across Routt and Moffat Counties in northwest Colorado. Created under Colorado statute, its mission is to provide sustainable, equitable, and efficient transportation connecting residents, workers, and visitors throughout the Yampa Valley.

Following voter approval in 2025, YVRTA was formed through an Intergovernmental Agreement among its six constituent members: Routt County; the Towns of Hayden, Yampa, and Oak Creek; and the Cities of Craig and Steamboat Springs. The Authority is governed by a six-member Board of Directors, with one representative from each member jurisdiction, reflecting its collective intent to foster collaboration and consensus-based governance. The Executive Director will be YVRTA’s first employee and will build the organization’s operational, financial, and administrative foundation. YVRTA anticipates serving approximately 34,000 residents across a potential network spanning roughly 110 miles of roadway.

THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Reporting to the YVRTA Board of Directors, the Executive Director will serve as the Authority’s founding chief executive and lead the organization from start-up. Working closely with the Board, the Executive Director will establish YVRTA’s culture, strategic direction, administrative systems, financial framework, and approach to regional service delivery. The position is based in Craig and requires frequent travel and sustained engagement throughout the service region.

WHY APPLY

This is a rare opportunity for an entrepreneurial and collaborative leader to lead one of Colorado’s most exciting new regional initiatives. YVRTA’s first Executive Director will build a regional transportation system from scratch, shape mobility across one of Colorado’s most beautiful and dynamic regions, and make a lasting impact on community equity, economic vitality, and quality of life for northwest Colorado. This role blends startup leadership with public-sector expertise and requires a builder’s mindset, political savvy, and the ability to navigate multi-jurisdictional governance. Known for its strong community identity and collaborative spirit, the Yampa Valley is ready for transformative transit—and the Executive Director will lead the way.

View the full position profile, job description, and benefits at gmphr.com.

More Information: GMP Consultants is assisting Yampa Valley Regional Transportation Authority with this search. Learn more at gmphr.com. YVRTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First Review is September 8, 2026.

https://www.gmphr.com/job-postings/1261-executive-director-yampa-valley-regional-transportation-authority-craig-co/

Brenda Gabbitas

(801) 473-6092

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08/31/2026

Arkansas Transit Association (ATA)

North Little Rock, Arkansas

The Executive Director of the Arkansas Transit Association (ATA), serves the public transit community by providing strategic leadership, organizational management, legislative advocacy, member services, and statewide collaboration to advance safe, accessible, and effective public transportation throughout Arkansas.

Working under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Executive Director leads one of the largest statewide nonprofit transit associations in the nation providing education, technical assistance, workforce development, advocacy, safety programs, and operational support to nearly 250 member organizations, including urban and rural public transit systems, human service transportation providers, state agencies, and industry partners.

The Executive Director serves as the ATA’s primary representative before state and federal agencies, elected officials, and industry organizations while ensuring the ATA remains financially sound, strategically focused, and responsive to the evolving needs of Arkansas’ public transportation community.

This leadership role combines scheduled office time with remote work flexibility, while maintaining a strong in-person presence to foster collaboration, engage stakeholders, and lead the organization effectively.

Arkansas Transit Association’s staff includes an Operations Director, Communications Coordinator, Safety and Training Director, and Workers’ Comp Administrator.

Position Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000 (dependent upon experience)

See the full job description and brochure for more information. If interested, please email your resume and cover letter to Project Director: Kristen Joyner, Apply Today. Use the subject line: ATA Executive Director

If you’re ready to lead, influence, and make a lasting difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help ATA continue its mission of excellent training and technical assistance to advance safe public transportation in Arkansas. More about ATA.

https://www.kjbackpack.com/job/executive-director-of-the-arkansas-transit-association-ata/

Kristen Joyner

(303) 839-5197

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08/31/2026

North Carolina Public Transportation Association (NCPTA)

North Carolina

The North Carolina Public Transportation Association (NCPTA) is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This is your opportunity to advance “Excellence in Public Transportation” while shaping mobility for communities across North Carolina.

NCPTA is the statewide voice for more than 90 public transportation systems serving all 100 counties, along with nearly 100 business and community partners. Together, we advocate for safe, accessible, and reliable transportation that connects people to employment, healthcare, education, and opportunity.

As Executive Director, you will provide strategic leadership, champion legislative advocacy, build influential partnerships, grow member engagement, and guide the Association’s long-term success. Working with an engaged Board of Directors and key transportation stakeholders, you will help shape policies and initiatives that improve quality of life throughout the state.

We’re looking for a collaborative, visionary leader with public transportation experience, exceptional communication skills, strategic insight, and a passion for serving communities. Salary range: $95,000 – $120,000.

See the full job description and brochure for more information. If interested, please email your resume and cover letter to Project Director: Kristen Joyner, Apply Today. Use the subject line: NCPTA Executive Director

If you’re ready to lead, influence, and make a lasting difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help NCPTA continue its mission of achieving Excellence in Public Transportation across North Carolina. More about NCPTA.

https://www.kjbackpack.com/job/executive-director-north-carolina-public-transportation-association-ncpta/

Kristin Joyner

(303) 839-5197

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