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How much do transportation director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for transportation director in Raritan, NJ is $110,110.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,900.00 and $126,500.00 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 Raritan, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,110 per year, or $52.9 per hour.

Director, Procurement

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

New York, NY • On-site

$125K - $146K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Metropolitan Transportation Authority rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 135 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 100 rated public transport

Job description

Description
Position at MTA Headquarters
JOB TITLE:
Director, Procurement
DEPT/DIV:
Procurement
SUPERVISOR:
Senior Director, Procurement
WORK LOCATION:
2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004
HOURS OF WORK:
8:00 am - 4:30 pm (7.5 hours/day) or as required
FULL/PART-TIME
FULL
SALARY RANGE:
$125,000 - $146,000
DEADLINE:
Until filled
This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.
Please note that this position is only open to MTA employees.
Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Job Summary:
This position reports to the Senior Director, Procurement and manages a staff of direct reports and subordinates. Responsible for providing user departments with the materials and services needed to meet business goals by directing the daily operations and activities of the procurement process, including: the development of procurement strategies, client consultation, inventory management, vendor negotiation, preparation and validation of procurement documents, contract interpretation, ensuring conformance with applicable laws and policies, management reporting, and market research to increase the level of competition.
Responsibilities:
  • Manages, trains, and develops personnel to effectively and efficiently carry out the functions of the unit. The functions may include procurement activity (rolling stock, technology contracts, inventory and non-inventory materials, and contracts for technical and professional services) for the User departments; negotiations of change order/AWO prices; cost/price analyses performed in support of the procurement activity, as well as the promulgation of procurement policy and procedures.
  • Responsible for ensuring post-award support for the user departments in their management of contracts. Accountable for ensuring that staff maximize, where possible, opportunities for full and open competition and liaise with vendors.
  • In coordination with the Senior Director (previously ACPO), selects, develops, and motivates personnel within the department. Provides career development for subordinates including prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline of employees when necessary. Reviews performance of staff. Creates a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
  • Assists in the development, review, and implementation of policy and procedural changes and alternate strategies regarding the procurement function based upon operational performance analysis to increase efficiency and effectiveness of available personnel.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of procurement policy and procedures within the framework of applicable FTA, state, city, and MTA regulations, statutes, and sound business practices; revision of procurement methods and procedures to incorporate changes based on regulatory and statutory changes; oversees the implementation of those revised procurement methods and procedures by staff into the procurement process.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Knowledge of public sector procurement management process; public accounting; advanced knowledge of contracting techniques, negotiation strategies, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization, including the MTA Board.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor's Office for New York State, New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.
  • Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
  • Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Required Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business, Law, Public Administration, or a satisfactory equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Minimum 10 years of related experience
  • Minimum 4 years in a managerial/supervisory position

The Following is/are preferred:
  • Master's degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) in a related field
  • Familiarity with the MTA's policies and procedures.
  • Familiarity with the MTA's collective bargaining procedures.

Other Information
May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.
According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

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