Fleet Administration Section Director - Fleet Operations Division

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.