| Location | Clemson, South Carolina |
JOB SUMMARY:
The Executive Director provides strategic leadership for Clemson University's comprehensive parking, transportation, and mobility programs, including parking operations, campus transit, transportation demand management, financial stewardship, technology systems, customer experience, and long-range planning.
JOB DUTIES:
The Executive Director will:
JOB CODE:
UP03
EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Regular FTE Staff
Lead the Future of Mobility at Clemson University
Clemson University seeks an innovative and visionary leader to serve as its next Executive Director of Parking and Transportation Services.
This is more than a leadership position—it is an opportunity to shape the future of mobility at one of the nation's leading public universities.
Clemson has evolved beyond traditional parking management into a nationally recognized mobility program that integrates parking, transit, technology, sustainability, accessibility, and customer experience. The next Executive Director will inherit an exceptional foundation and the opportunity to define what comes next.
We are looking for a leader who sees transportation as more than moving vehicles. We seek someone who is passionate about improving how people connect with campus through innovation, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.
A Nationally Recognized Program
The next Executive Director will lead one of higher education's most innovative mobility programs, including:
Clemson's transportation program has earned national recognition, including IPMI Accredited Parking Organization (APO) status, an IPMI Award of Excellence, and the 2026 IPMI Apex Award for Innovation & Technology.
The next Director will build upon this momentum and help define the future of university mobility.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working Environment
The Director works in a dynamic, customer-focused environment requiring collaboration across the University and with external partners. The position requires sound judgment, effective decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while responding to operational and emergency situations.
About Parking and Transportation Services
Parking and Transportation Services supports Clemson University through parking management, campus transit, commuter services, accessible transportation, and mobility programs that provide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Who Will Thrive Here
The ideal candidate is both a strategic leader and an innovator, someone who embraces technology, values collaboration, and is committed to creating exceptional customer experiences.
They ask not only how transportation works today, but how it should work tomorrow.
Leave Your Mark
Great leaders don't simply manage operations; they shape institutions.
Clemson is looking for someone who will build upon a nationally recognized foundation, inspire a talented team, and create the next generation of mobility solutions for our campus and community.
If you're ready to lead, innovate, and leave a lasting legacy, we invite you to join Clemson University and help define the future of campus mobility.
How to Apply
Applications and nominations will be accepted until a new Executive Director is selected. Interested parties must apply electronically via Workday and submit a cover letter and resume by September 27th, 2026, to assure full consideration.
For nominations or questions regarding this position, please email Brennan Ledford, Executive Talent Partner at
bnhaski@clemson.edu?subject=Executive%20Director%20PATS%20-%20Clemson
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages work of others including hiring, terminating, training and developing, providing constructive feedback, establishing and reviewing employee complaints, recommending rewards and recognition and administering corrective action for staff. Plans organizational structure and job content.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides input into the budgeting process, and manages fund allocation over $500,000.00
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 100%
WORKING CONDITIONS:
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours:
37.5
COMPENSATION INFORMATION:
Expected Salary Range
Commensurate - ExperienceSalary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:
Essential Support - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is necessary to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.
JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Open until filled.
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact hrjob@clemson.edu with any questions or issues.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.