Detailed Description (PDF) - Bob Murray & Associates

Pima Association
of Governments
Tucson, Arizona
Invites your interest
in the position of
Executive
Director

The Ideal Candidate
THE PIMA ASSOCIATION OF GOV-
ERNMENTS REGIONAL COUNCIL/
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AU-
THORITY BOARD seeks a skilled
leader to effectively engage
the Regional Council/Board
to serve the needs of
the region. The ideal
candidate will be a
proven leader who
sets a clear vision
for staff, builds upon
their talents and
encourages effective
staff productivity. The
individual will assist
the Regional Council/
Board in identifying regional
issues and building
consensus to address
the challenges. The
successful candidate will
be adept at balancing
the different perspectives
of PAG member agencies
on regional issues. This
position requires a person
who is politically adept but
apolitical in order to build
and achieve consensus.
The new Executive Director
should bring a broad range of
experience. The person should
demonstrate success in the field of
transportation, a strong knowledge
of transportation funding and a strong
knowledge of finance.
PAG/RTA prefers candidates with experience
working for regional transportation
agencies or similar organizations and
the ability to find solutions to complex
issues among competing interests.
The Community
THE GREATER TUCSON REGION, which has a diverse population
of nearly 1 million people, features a variety of amenities including
surrounding mountain ranges that provide easy access to such
places as Sabino Canyon to the north and Madera Canyon
to the south for hiking, picnicking or other fun exploration;
the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, Tucson
Botanical Gardens, Arizona State Museum, Titan
Missile Museum and the Mini-Time Machine
Museum, places that showcase such things as
the desert nature and wildlife, Southwestern
culture and art, and a look into the past and
future in miniature perspective; Saguaro National
Park, Ironwood Forest National Monument
and Catalina State Park are not only
home to the infamous saguaros but also to additional
pathways to serene desert waterways,
birds and reptiles; a little bit of the Wild West
with adventures at Old Tucson studios and, of
course, many restaurants featuring a mix of contemporary
and traditional foods, including some
of the best Mexican food you will find.
TUCSON IS THE SECOND LARGEST CITY in Arizona with a population of more than
520,000 (2010 Census). It is the home of the University of Arizona, a student-centered,
premier research institution, a strong defense and aerospace industry with the presence
of Raytheon, Bombardier Aerospace, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, the Tucson International
Airport, as well as a growing biotech industry.
DOWNTOWN TUCSON is experiencing urban revitalization with new restaurants,
destination retail shops and expanded entertainment choices, yet holds on to
small town atmosphere.
New condo and student housing developments are on the rise along the
new streetcar route. Now under construction, the Tucson streetcar system,
Sun Link, will run along a 3.9-mile route through downtown Tucson
with connections to the Mercado District on Tucson’s west side, the
4th Avenue shopping district and through the
University of Arizona campus and medical
facilities on the east end of the route.
Primary and secondary schools in the
region include award-winning public
schools, including the No. 1 school

district in
the state; nationally
ranked
charter schools, a
community college
and access to several
universities.
Major regional events
include the annual Gem,
Mineral & Fossil Showcase,
the Tucson Rodeo – La
Fiesta de los Vaqueros, the
annual Accenture Match Play
Championship, major league
soccer, a bi-annual air show,
the fifth largest Festival of
Books in the country, Dillinger
Days and the Fourth Avenue
Street Fair, featuring arts, food
and entertainment on one of
Tucson’s best known streets for
eclectic shopping.
The region is also home to
four major shopping centers
and a vast community of
small businesses.
Job Description
The Executive Director for PAG/RTA is appointed by and reports to a nine-member Regional
Council comprised of elected officials from the eight jurisdictions in the region and a representative
of the Arizona State Transportation Board. The Executive Director is responsible for
management, direction and planning all operations of PAG/RTA, overseeing a workforce
of approximately 53 FTEs. The 2013 PAG Operating Budget is approximately $8 million;
PAG’s overall work program includes transportation, environment, technical services,
social services and other regional planning such as the travel reduction program and
clean cities/solar partnership programs. PAG manages the RTA, which is the fiscal
manager of the 20-year, $2.1 billion RTA regional transportation plan. The locally
funded regional transportation plan was approved by Pima County voters in 2006,
and includes roadway, transit, safety, and environmental and economic improvement
projects.
The Executive Director serves as a high profile public advocate for regional issues,
interacting with elected officials and other representatives from agencies
and stakeholder groups. The Executive Director assists the Regional Council
in establishing long range goals and objectives for both PAG and the RTA. The
Executive Director is responsible for overall successful fiscal management of the
organization and ensures that operational and financial policies are consistent
with Regional Council direction.
As the MPO, PAG maintains federal certification of its planning and programming
processes. Federal, state and local requirements placed on PAG/RTA demand the
highest quality professional and technical staff. The Executive Director sets performance
targets to comply with applicable government mandates. The Executive
Director is responsible for direction, performance and accountability of all staff.
The preferred candidates will have experience in leading complex projects, planning
studies, and programs, preferably at an MPO, state or municipal
government, and also will demonstrate an understanding of transportation
systems, programs, and legislation. Excellent communication
and leadership skills are essential, including an
ability to establish and maintain a rapport with staff, electec
officials, agency staff and stakeholders across the region.
Minimum qualifications include a graduate degree with
seven years of related experience or an undergraduate
degree with nine years of related experience or equivalent.
Desired qualifications include experience in public
administration, planning, urban development, and
progressively responsible managerial or administrative
experience with a city, county, regional, state or federal
planning or administrative agency.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range is competitive, dependent on qualifications
and experience. PAG offers a generous benefits
package. Typical components of that package include:
HEALTH AND DENTAL INSURANCE:
Several plans are available for both
health and dental care.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
LONG-TERM DISABILITY:
Through the Arizona State
Retirement System
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF (PTO): 19
days first year, increasing by
years of service.
HOLIDAYS: Eleven (11) paid
holidays.
CREDIT UNION: Full-service, including
savings, checking and loans.
RETIREMENT: Arizona State Retirement
System; ICMA/RC Deferred
Compensation
To Apply
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED in this
outstanding opportunity, please visit our
website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to
apply online.
FILING DEADLINE:
May 15, 2013
Following the closing date,
resumes will be screened according
to the qualifications
outlined above. The most qualified
candidates will be invited
to personal interviews with
Bob Murray & Associates. A
select group of candidates will
be asked to provide references
once it is anticipated that they
may be recommended as finalists.
References will be contacted only
following candidate approval.
Candidates will be advised of the status of
the recruitment following selection.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to
call Mr. Bob Murray at:
(916) 784-9080
Organization
PIMA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS, a 501(c)4, is a
metropolitan planning organization with members from local,
state and tribal governments. PAG has Transportation Planning,
Sustainable Environment and Technical Services divisions, supported
by a communications department and human resources department.
Major planning projects include the long-range Regional Transportation
Plan (RTP) and the five-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
PAG also manages the 20-year Regional Transportation Authority, which was
approved by Pima County voters in May 2006. The $2.1 billion RTA plan has
safety, roadway, transit, and environmental and economic vitality elements. More than
500 projects have been completed to date. PAG also is the federally designated lead planning
agency for Water Quality Management, Air Quality and Solid Waste. PAG also manages the Clean
Cities program, as designated by the U.S. Department of Energy.