Fleet Administration Section Director - Fleet Operations Division

Directs and oversees the Fleet Administration Section, which is comprised of the Fleet Services, Strategy and Analytics, Business

Operations and Acquisitions teams within the Fleet Operations division. These teams are responsible for developing the fleet

acquisitions strategy, implementation of fleet systems and enhancements, capital planning, strategy, and finance. Develops and

implements department policies, programs, and strategies consistent with federal and state law as well as directives issued by the

Commission regarding fleet systems operations. Work requires routine interaction with high-level executives, governmental

officials, private entities, internal agency audiences, and the public at large. Reports to the Deputy Director of Fleet

Operations Division, but is virtually self-supervising and assumes direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

• Reviews and analyzes project performance and objectives to determine opportunities for improvement across personnel, processes, and technology.
• Coordinates and monitors activities associated with administrative support functions.
• Directs and oversees administrative and business functions to include contract administration, purchasing, budget, facilities management, forecasting, planning, inventory control, reporting, and coordinating and monitoring functional activities.
• Guides data-driven strategic, financial and operational decisions across the entire fleet organization.
• Identifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.
• Supervises a group of professional and technical employees.
• Reviews and analyzes project performance and objectives to determine opportunities for improvement across personnel, processes, and technology.
• Coordinates and monitors activities associated with administrative support functions.
• Directs and oversees administrative and business functions to include contract administration, purchasing, budget, facilities management, forecasting, planning, inventory control, reporting, and coordinating and monitoring functional activities.
• Guides data-driven strategic, financial and operational decisions across the entire fleet organization.
• Identifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.
• Supervises a group of professional and technical employees.

Minimum Qualifications: Education:

Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in business operations and strategy. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent) Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
• Must have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications: Competencies:

Extensive knowledge of:

• Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development
• Federal, state, and local laws and regulations relevant to program areas and of the principles and practices of public administration and management
• Communication strategies, policies and methods
• Fleet management and operations
• Budgeting methods and procedures

Expert skill in:

• Communicating vision and direction of how an organization should function or a system should work under ideal conditions and conveying to others
• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
• Persuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issues
• Analytical thinking and problem solving

Proficient skill in:

• Supervising professional and technical staff
• Supervising, assigning, reviewing and monitoring the work of others
• Maintaining a safe working environment

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively

Other Attributes:

• Provides organizational leadership; fosters collaborative relationships; initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services
• Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals
• Continually develops and coaches staff
• Collaborates and cooperates with others and builds effective working relationships with internal and external members to accomplish organizational goals

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

Position Information

Are you a visionary leader who excels at driving strategic initiatives, leading diverse teams, and delivering operational excellence? The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking a Fleet Administration Section Director to provide executive leadership for the department's statewide fleet administration functions, including Acquisitions, Business Operations, Fleet Services, and Strategy & Analytics. This leadership role is responsible for shaping and executing enterprise fleet strategies that support one of the nation's largest public-sector transportation fleets while advancing innovation, operational effectiveness, fiscal stewardship, and customer service.

Working closely with executive leadership, district partners, and external stakeholders, the Fleet Administration Section Director will lead efforts to optimize fleet investments, enhance operational performance, leverage data-driven decision making, and ensure the delivery of efficient and reliable fleet services across Texas. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of fleet management through strategic planning, business transformation, and the development of high-performing teams that directly support TxDOT's mission of connecting Texans safely and reliably.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead a statewide organization that directly supports TxDOT's operational and transportation goals.
• Influence enterprise fleet strategy, governance, and long-term planning initiatives.
• Drive innovation through data analytics, process improvement, and business transformation efforts.
• Lead diverse teams across Acquisitions, Business Operations, Fleet Services, and Strategy & Analytics.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to guide major investments, operational priorities, and organizational initiatives.
• Shape customer-focused fleet solutions that improve service delivery and operational efficiency statewide.
• Develop and mentor future leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished executive leader with experience managing complex operational organizations and developing strategic business solutions. They possess a demonstrated ability to translate organizational priorities into actionable plans, lead cross-functional teams, and drive measurable results through innovation, analytics, and continuous improvement. They have experience overseeing budgets, strategic initiatives, operational performance, and organizational change while balancing competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

The successful candidate is a collaborative relationship-builder who communicates effectively with employees, customers, executive leadership, governmental partners, and industry stakeholders. They are a strategic thinker with strong business acumen, a commitment to customer service, and a passion for developing people and building high-performing organizations that deliver exceptional results.

Benefits And Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our Total Compensation Package website

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Job

Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Manager

Job Posting

Nov 2, 2026, 9:34:35 AM

State Job Title/s

Director IV

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

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Applicant Information

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Additional Applicant Information