Fleet Operations Director 6/17/26

Posting number: FO211093

Department: Fleet Operations

Job classification: Fleet Operations Director - 5/19/2022

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Community Services, Fleet Services, Management, Business, Communications

Summary

The Fleet Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and administration of Charleston

County’s fleet operations, including the maintenance, repair, replacement, and utilization of vehicles and heavy

equipment. The position develops and directs fleet policies, procedures, programs, budgets, and operational

objectives to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective service delivery. The Fleet Director serves as the

County’s principal advisor and subject matter expert on fleet management, equipment maintenance, asset

management, and related regulatory and operational matters.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Examples of duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)

• Directs and oversees the financial management of Fleet Operations, including the development, administration, and monitoring of operating and capital budgets. Reviews and approves expenditures; ensures fiscal accountability and compliance with County policies; maintains accurate fleet asset, equipment, and parts inventories; analyzes operational and lifecycle costs; and prepares and administers the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), capital replacement schedules, and budget requests to support long-term fleet sustainability and organizational needs.

• Manages the County’s fuel program and fueling infrastructure to ensure a reliable, secure, and cost-effective fuel supply for County operations. Oversees fuel procurement, storage, dispensing systems, inventory controls, environmental compliance, and facility maintenance; monitors fuel consumption and costs; and develops strategies to improve efficiency, resiliency, and operational readiness.

• Collaborates with Procurement and County departments to implement strategic sourcing and procurement best practices for fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, parts, supplies, maintenance services, and related contracts. Develops technical specifications, evaluates vendor proposals, negotiates contract requirements, ensures compliance with applicable procurement regulations and policies, and promotes cost-effective purchasing strategies that maximize value and operational performance.

• Develops, implements, and maintains a comprehensive strategic plan for Fleet Operations that aligns with County goals and service delivery objectives. Establishes short- and long-term priorities, performance measures, asset management strategies, replacement schedules, sustainability initiatives, and operational improvement plans. Monitors program effectiveness, evaluates emerging technologies and industry trends, and recommends innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, safety, reliability, and customer service.

• Serves as the Emergency Support Function (ESF-1) Transportation Chief during emergency management and contingency operations, including activations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Directs and coordinates transportation resources and logistics in support of emergency response, recovery, and continuity of operations activities; consolidates and prioritizes transportation requests; coordinates with local, state, federal, and regional agencies; and ensures the availability and deployment of fleet assets, personnel, and transportation resources necessary to support emergency operations and public safety missions.

• Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field of study required.
• Minimum of eight (8) years or more of progressively responsible fleet management experience, including demonstrated leadership in personnel supervision, budget administration, and project management.
• Certified Automotive Fleet Manager preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft 365. 
• Must have a clean criminal background and driving record. 
• Must poss