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Pet Food Experts

Transportation Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Partner with the DC Manager and corporate Transportation Director to analyze transportation expenses, address equipment needs, and resolve delivery or driver concerns. * Respond to transportation ...

Hayden School District

Route Driver

Hayden, CO

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Director of Maintenance, Operations & Transportation PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES * Transporting of passengers in a safe and timely manner in all weather conditions. * Observe safe driving practices.

Pet Food Experts Inc

Transportation Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Partner with the DC Manager and corporate Transportation Director to analyze transportation expenses, address equipment needs, and resolve delivery or driver concerns. * Respond to transportation ...

Pet Food Experts,LLC

Transportation Manager

Denver, CO

$90K - $110K/yr

Partner with the DC Manager and corporate Transportation Director to analyze transportation expenses, address equipment needs, and resolve delivery or driver concerns. * Respond to transportation ...

Hayden School District

Route Driver

Hayden, CO · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Director of Maintenance, Operations & Transportation PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES * Transporting of passengers in a safe and timely manner in all weather conditions. * Observe safe driving practices.

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How much do transportation director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for transportation director in Colorado is $113,065.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,200.00 and $129,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transportation director?

A transportation director is in charge of transportation logistics. They typically set up the distribution routes and oversee the delivery of goods or products. They do this by utilizing trucking or other transportation routes. A transportation director may also work for a municipal department, helping arrange public transit such as bus, ferry, or train routes. If they work for a school, job duties involve overseeing bus routes for students.

What does a transportation director do?

A Transportation Director is responsible for overseeing and managing all transportation operations within an organization, such as a school district, city, or private company. Their duties include planning routes, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, supervising staff, and coordinating the maintenance of vehicles. They work to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective transportation services to meet organizational needs. Transportation Directors often collaborate with other departments and external agencies to optimize transportation logistics and address any issues that arise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transportation director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transportation Director, you need expertise in logistics management, regulatory compliance, and budgeting, often supported by a bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation, or business administration. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), fleet tracking software, and relevant certifications like Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication set top candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for optimizing operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and leading teams in a dynamic transportation environment.

What are some of the primary challenges transportation directors face when managing large fleets and how can they address them?

Transportation Directors often encounter challenges related to maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing budgets within large fleet operations. Balancing timely deliveries, vehicle maintenance, and driver scheduling requires effective communication and strong organizational skills. Successful Transportation Directors leverage technology, such as fleet management software, and foster collaborative relationships with drivers, maintenance teams, and logistics partners to address these challenges. Proactively analyzing data and adapting processes helps them anticipate issues and improve overall transportation performance.
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Infographic showing various Transportation Director job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $113,065 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Director, Transportation Connections

The Boulder Chamber

Boulder, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Boulder Chamber
Position Description: Director, Transportation Connections
Revised August 2026
Job TitleDirector, Boulder Chamber Transportation Connections (BCTC)Reports ToThe Boulder Chamber President/CEO and Executive Director of the Boulder Chamber FoundationFLSAExemptFunction
  • Champions and implements innovative strategic initiatives associated with the Boulder Chamber's transportation policy, transportation demand management, and workforce mobility interests that align with the Boulder Chamber organizations and their mission, vision, and budget goals.
  • Facilitates external connections for partnerships, investors, grants, and sponsorships in relation to the Boulder Chamber's transportation policy, workforce mobility, and transportation demand management activities.
  • Manages the Transportation Connections staff team, Chamber Staff, and Consultants/Contractors to ensure efficient deployment of their time, facilitate positive team dynamics, and support their professional development.
  • Partners with the Boulder Chamber President/CEO, and other members of the leadership team to develop goals and implementation strategies for the Boulder Chamber, with a focus on transportation policy, workforce mobility, and transportation demand management activities.
  • Reports on progress toward achieving established strategic plan goals, the status of priority initiatives, and timely delivery of data and reports to funders and stakeholders.
ResponsibilitiesOrganizational
  • Manage and develop key external relationships, connections, and partnerships that enhance the BCTC status as a local and regional TMO and strategic partner for achieving sustainable mobility goals.
  • Lead the development of strategic goals and implementation plans for BCTC, while contributing to the overall mission, vision and strategic goals for the Boulder Chamber's organizations.
  • Reinforce the Boulder Chamber's standing as an effective, knowledgeable and valued regional mobility partner by considering:
    • BCTC's status as a local and regional leader in transportation policy, workforce mobility and transportation demand management.
    • Research and data analysis concerning BCTC's reach and effectiveness.
    • Benchmarking against other transportation management organizations and other chamber of commerce, and foundations.
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of current partnerships, contracts, and grants to ensure the Boulder Chamber's organizations are meeting their overall impact goals.
  • Create and provide status updates and detailed reports to the BCTC's partners, contractual parties, funders, and/or other stakeholders within the appropriate delivery timelines and with the level of detail that external stakeholders require.
  • Procure and build appropriate external partnerships and negotiate terms that align with the scope of executable outcomes that the Boulder Chamber can meet, address the organization budget goals, and are consistent with the character of BCTC's mission, goals and value proposition.
  • Develop a deep understanding of the Boulder Chamber's audience, programs, and internal operations to advance the organization's value proposition within the scope of BCTC mission.
  • Assist in the development of external revenue generation strategies that leverage BCTC assets and assist the Member Relations team in achieving the Boulder Chamber organization's revenue goals.

Team, Budget, and Grant Management Duties
  • Participate as a member of the Boulder Chamber Leadership team in all annual Strategic Planning, Work Plan, and Budgeting update efforts, including all weekly activity tracking meetings.
  • Own the development, management, and ongoing monitoring of BCTC's annual budget, in line with approved strategic goals and approved work plan, including tracking expenditures and revenue against grant, contract, and funder-designated budgets.
  • Own the full grant lifecycle for BCTC funding, including proposal development and submission, award administration, compliance tracking, and the preparation and timely delivery of progress, outcomes, and financial reports to grantors and funders.
  • Hire, supervise, and support the professional development of the BCTC team, including regular performance feedback, workload management, and coaching.
  • Serve as BCTC's primary representative to funders, grantors, and partner organization leadership.
  • Oversee the BCTC team's use of the Boulder Chamber's CRM (GrowthZone), Sharepoint, Microsoft Teams, DocuSign and other technical tools to ensure compliance with organizational policies and standards.

General Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Responsibilities
  • Recognize target audiences and design programs and presentations to promote the visibility and benefits of the Boulder Chamber, its Foundation, and BCTC's initiatives and value proposition.
  • Oversee BCTC event logistics and manage team involved in transportation-related events, including two annual Bike to Work Day Breakfast Super Stations and four (quarterly) Connect Boulder events.
  • Participate in local and regional transportation meetings as the primary representative of the Boulder Chamber and BCTC to advance strategic programming goals.
  • Work with other BCTC and advocacy staff to assist regional employers in transportation solutions, workforce mobility training, and TDM program implementation.
  • Assist businesses and new commercial property owners, including new commercial property developments, with TDM planning.
  • Lead community organizing, outreach and information gathering that advances the Boulder Chamber's transportation policy, workforce mobility and transportation demand management goals.

General Project Assistance
  • Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Transportation Demand Management Knowledge - Understanding of transportation, sustainability, public health, and healthy lifestyles as they relate to commute mode choice and workforce mobility.
Project Management - Managepriorities, processes, contracts, timelines, and task deliverables across a variety of overlapping projects.
Program Management - Manage priorities of internal organization deliverables, external stakeholder deliverables, and timelines across various competing projects and priorities.
Business Development and Fundraising - Form and nurture long-term partnerships that lead to program growth opportunities and revenue development.
Organization and Multi-tasking - Be able to organize in a thorough and detail-oriented way to carry out various tasks in a fast-paced environment to meet multiple deadlines.
Technological Proficiency - Knowledge of, and comfort with, technology, including software platforms (Microsoft Office, CRM, time-tracking tools, PowerPoint, and AirTable a plus), website tools, social media tools, and video/webinar engagement systems.
Public Speaking and Presentation - Excellent written and verbal communication abilities that command audience respect as a content authority.
Data Collection and Interpretation - Strong ability to collect, interpret and tell a meaningful story using regional transportation data.
Knowledge of local and regional workforce environment - Understanding of the Boulder regional business and workforce landscape and factors that impact the mobility needs of Boulder's workforce.
Team Leadership and Management - Ability to manage inter-team dynamics, lead and communicate with staff team, and support direct reports' career development.
Strategic Planning - Experience with strategic planning, as well as development and management of annual work plans.
Inclusivity - Must be able to interact well with others and support the Boulder Chamber's priorities around diversity and inclusivity, such as respecting all staff members' pronouns and identities.
Bilingual/bicultural applicants encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
The Boulder Chamber will consider candidates for this position who hold a bachelor's degree in sustainability planning, urban and regional planning, public administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. TDM-CP certification preferred but not required.
8-15 years of experience in transportation demand management, urban/regional planning, or nonprofit management, including at least 4-5 years in a role with ownership of transportation's budget, ownership of grant and contract revenue and deliverables, and ability to manage workforce hours for deliverables and staff management responsibilities.InclusivityMust abide by and agree to the Boulder Chamber's Community Agreements.
Also, support the Boulder Chamber's values, including priorities around diversity and inclusivity.
Bilingual/bicultural applicants encouraged to apply.
Benefits
  • Employer subsidized Health, Dental, vision.
    Including options for a spouse or a domestic partner, and dependents.
  • HSA or FSA
  • Private Paid Family Leave Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Life Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • 401k offering. Those employees who participate, there is Employer Matching of 4% of annual salary with immediate vesting for Full-time.
  • Technology Reimbursement Program
  • Access to Care Share, eBike, and an RTD EcoPass

PTO (subject to change based on management decision)
  • PTO that increases with progressive increments over the years.
  • Paid Holidays that exceed the standard.
  • Winter Break from December 24th - January 1
  • Summer Flex Fridays
Sick, Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting LeaveWorking EnvironmentWe trust and empower our staff members to work with their managers and team to identify what their department needs.
We provide flexibility and empowerment to work through hybrid roles if consistent with the needs of the organization.
Hybrid consists of an in-office presence of a minimum of two days per week at the office. Available during core hours and on-camera for virtual meetings and consistent availability during core business hours typically between 8am-5pm with a steady presence.
Position requires professionalism in appearance and actions.
Requires flexibility as you may have occasional early morning and evening hours for meetings and/or events. Typical Physical Demands
Will need to pick up materials, such as tents, tables, or boxes up to 50 pounds.
Attendance at Boulder Chamber's signature events as support and/or speaking and booth opportunities are expected. compensation
  • $75,000 - $90,000 Grade 8

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