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CapMetro

CapMetro

Public transit agency: buses, rail, paratransit

Administrator - Executive Office & Board Relations

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Austin, TX, USA
In Person

Expected to work in the office four or more days per week.

No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, Political Science, or a related field is required.
  • Six years of progressively responsible experience is required, including at least four years providing executive-level administrative, board governance, executive office, public sector, government affairs, or senior leadership support.
  • Experience must include coordinating meetings, managing confidential information, managing records, and working with executive stakeholders.
  • Ability to plan and effectively manage complex administrative issues for upper management.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and communicate effectively with staff, Board of Directors members, and other stakeholders.
  • Confidence in learning and mastering information technology systems to support Board meetings.
  • Knowledge of laws, practices, and procedures relevant to public meetings of the CapMetro Board.
  • Knowledge of practices and procedures related to basic records keeping and retention.
  • Ability to communicate tactfully and diplomatically, orally and in writing, while handling direct inquiries appropriately.
  • Skill in researching, evaluating, and identifying discrepancies in data.
  • Skill in using personal-computer word-processing, spreadsheet, database, project-management, and presentation software.
  • Ability to use initiative and independent judgment.
  • Ability to stand and sit frequently throughout an eight-hour period, reach vertically and horizontally, and use telephone or headset equipment.
  • Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 20 pounds, work at a computer terminal for 6–8 hours per day, and function in an environment with constant interruptions.
  • Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
  • Must support and follow safety and security policies and report safety and security concerns.
Responsibilities
  • Manage all Board of Directors and Board Committee meetings, including end-to-end agenda development, materials preparation, and alignment with agency policy and legal guidance.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the Agency and Board Members by coordinating communications, briefings, participation in agency activities, and follow-up on Board inquiries.
  • Oversee the planning and execution of Board meetings, including materials delivery, audiovisual setup, logistics, and public comment processes.
  • Maintain the Board calendar and ensure timely review of recurring policies, reports, and required Board actions.
  • Coordinate with the Chief of Staff, Chief Counsel, and Law Department to ensure proper Board procedures and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Federal Transit Administration, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Title VI requirements.
  • Ensure accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and archiving of Board materials, including resolutions, minutes, recordings, and action items.
  • Serve as the department records management coordinator and oversee document retention, retrieval, and destruction in accordance with policy.
  • Manage the budget associated with Board functions and activities.
  • Manage and respond to inquiries from internal teams, stakeholders, customers, and community members as directed by executive leadership.
  • Oversee daily administrative operations for the Executive Office, including President and Chief Executive Officer calendar management, travel coordination, and expense processing for executive leadership.
  • Draft and manage correspondence on behalf of the President and Chief Executive Officer and maintain records of stakeholder communications.
  • Review and prepare documents for executive signature.
  • Support Executive Team meetings through scheduling, agenda management, and documentation.
  • Partner with the Chief of Staff to manage the Executive and Board Relations Department budget and ensure expenses are accurate and processed according to policy.
  • Represent the Chief of Staff as needed in meetings or briefings with Board Members.
  • Provide cross-functional support to executive leadership, including meeting coordination, issue tracking, and backup support to administrative staff.
  • Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority's Safety Management Systems process by ensuring staff follow safety and security policies, consider safety in every action, and report safety and security concerns.
  • Perform other assigned duties as required.

About the company

CapMetro is the public transportation provider for Austin and Central Texas. It operates local bus routes, express services, and a rail line to connect surrounding areas with central Austin. For riders who cannot use fixed-route services, CapMetro Access provides a demand-response, shared-ride paratransit service. The agency is governed by an eight-member board appointed by local government entities. Riders can purchase fares and passes through various channels, and programs like Equifare assist eligible customers. Customer support includes a dedicated phone line for route information and trip planning.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • June and August 2026 service changes added Rapid 800, 837, and two Park Rides.
  • Stadler’s January 2027 Red Line maintenance contract should lift rail reliability.
  • FY2026 budget funds $155.0 million capital spending, including electrification, stations, and farebox replacement.

What critics are saying

  • ATU bargaining stalled on July 27, 2026; 1,400 workers threatened a strike.
  • July 13, 2026 fare-increase proposal signals pressure on riders and political backlash.
  • Construction detours everywhere on September 18, 2026 expose reliability weakness and chronic service disruption.

What makes CapMetro unique

  • CapMetro controls Austin’s fixed-route buses, Red Line rail, and Access paratransit network.
  • Transit Plan 2035 ties CapMetro directly to Project Connect’s board-approved expansion agenda.
  • Tap-to-pay, fare capping, and Umo integration modernize boarding across CapMetro buses.

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Company News

cash.ch
Sep 10th, 2026
Stadler Rail signs long-term service contract with CapMetro in Austin.

Stadler Rail signs long-term service contract with CapMetro in Austin. Stadler Rail has signed a long-term service contract with transit agency CapMetro for the maintenance of the GTW trains on the commuter line in Austin. From January 2027, Stadler Rail will provide on-site technical support as well as advice on spare parts procurement for the ten diesel-powered vehicles. 10.09.2026 08:53 The contract initially runs for five years and can be extended by up to two more years, according to a statement on Thursday. Stadler will provide a local team of three specialists for this purpose, which will handle technical support, spare parts management and training, among other things. The aim is to ensure the reliability and availability of the Red Line for passengers in the long term. With its fourth service contract in Texas, the company is underscoring its growing role as a partner for transit agencies in the state. awp-robot/ls

Apta Passenger Transport
Jun 24th, 2026
CapMetro launches Park & Rides and service enhancements to improve connectivity.

CapMetro launches Park & Rides and service enhancements to improve connectivity. In Austin, TX, Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CapMetro) completed its eighth Project Connect program as it opened two new Park & Rides and increased frequency on two bus lines. The program utilizes voter-approved investments to transform public transportation across Central Texas. At a launch event, CapMetro President and CEO Dottie Watkins said, "With the opening of the Expo Center and Goodnight Ranch Park & Rides, along with the expanded Rapid service, we're continuing to deliver the kind of frequent, reliable transportation our region needs. These enhancements make it easier for more people to connect to jobs, education, healthcare, and opportunities throughout East Austin, while supporting a more sustainable future." Watkins was joined by leaders from the City of Austin, Austin Transit Partnership, and Travis County, as well as federal and state representatives. Travis County Commissioner and CapMetro Board Chair Jeffrey W. Travillion said, "This is going to revolutionize opportunity in this area." While the county is building affordable housing, he explained that affordable housing alone is not enough. Public transportation provides "the means of getting people to where they need to go." Service changes taking place in June include increasing frequency on the Rapid 800 and 837 lines to every 10-15 minutes during peak hours. In addition, 79 bus stations were upgraded with a lower roof and perforated panels to help protect against weather elements, digital signage to provide real-time updates, and security cameras and lighting. The Expo Center and Goodnight Ranch Park & Rides, which serve as key transit hubs, include end-of-line charging infrastructure to support the agency's electric bus fleet. At the event, speakers remarked that the project represents both an investment in long-term connectivity and improvements for riders today.

Progressive Railroading
Jun 15th, 2026
Rio Grande Pacific to provide maintenance for Texas commuter-rail line.

Rio Grande Pacific to provide maintenance for Texas commuter-rail line. Austin, Texas-based Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CapMetro) has awarded a long-term contract for the maintenance of its Red Line between Leander and Austin to Rio Grande Pacific Corp. (RGPC). Under the contract, RGPC will provide maintenance-of-way (MOW) and signal systems services through RGPC subsidiaries, including Pacific Transit Group and Rio Grande Pacific Technology. RGPC will provide all necessary equipment, parts, supplies, qualified personnel, administrative, regulatory compliance and management services, CapMetro officials said in a press release. The contract includes track, right of way, bridge and signal system inspection and maintenance services for the 32-mile commuter-rail section of CapMetro's railroad corridor. "We look forward to bringing our considerable freight and commuter rail experience to this procurement and providing seamless and professional engineering and signal practices and knowledge to CapMetro," said RGPC CEO Richard Bertel in a press release. "We see this as an opportunity to provide a true partner to CapMetro while also expanding RGPC's footprint in the transit operations and maintenance marketplace."

Digital Signage Today
Feb 6th, 2026
Clear Channel Outdoor teams with CapMetro with multi-year contract

Clear Channel Outdoor teams with CapMetro with multi-year contract. Photo: Clear Channel Outdoor Clear Channel Outdoor is partnering with CapMetro, the public transportation authority serving Austin and Central Texas, to modernize transit advertising during a multi-year contract. This partnership opens a major new avenue for brands to engage on-the-go consumers and daily commuters across Austin's busiest corridors and surrounding suburbs, according to a press release. Clear Channel Outdoor will manage and grow ad sales across 400-plus buses operating on 71 routes and 10 rail stations that together move more than two million monthly riders. Key components of the modernization strategy include: * Enhanced creative capabilities to support high-impact campaigns. * A robust transition and installation plan to ensure a seamless launch in 2026. "Our partnership with CapMetro will help brands connect in even more meaningful ways with Austin's vibrant and growing community," Michelle Costa, regional president, Clear Channel Outdoor, said in the release. "As Austin continues to expand as a cultural and economic hub, brands will benefit from the high-impact transit advertising solutions we'll bring to bear to drive measurable campaign results."

PIPELINE Advisors LLC
Jan 30th, 2026
CapMetro launches tap-to-pay fare system across all bus routes

CapMetro launches tap-to-pay fare system across all bus routes. CapMetro will introduce a Tap to Pay system on all its buses starting February 1, 2026. The new payment method will allow riders to pay fares by tapping a contactless debit or credit card, or using a mobile wallet such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, directly on the onboard fare validators. This change means customers no longer need to download an app or preload a fare card to board. Most major credit cards and banks will be accepted with the exception of American Express. According to CapMetro, this option is aimed at making boarding faster and more convenient for different groups of riders, including occasional users, local residents who prefer convenience, tech-savvy commuters who use their phone or smartwatch for payments, and visitors who may not be familiar with the local fare system. Samantha Baez, CapMetro's Chief Experience and Engagement Officer said: "The introduction of tap to pay on our buses is our latest step toward modernizing our fare payment system to improve the customer experience. We expect this contactless payment option on board will increase accessibility, reduce barriers, and make it easier for both locals and visitors to choose CapMetro." Tap to Pay is available only on CapMetro buses at this time. Customers using this feature will benefit from daily fare capping; they will not pay more than $2.50 in one day when using the same credit card or mobile wallet. Riders who qualify for discounted fares must continue using their Reduced Fare ID, the Umo app, or a reloadable fare card linked to their Umo account. Existing Umo customers are required to re-enter their payment details following a recent system update; however, those adding cash through the app or reloadable cards are not affected. CapMetro serves Austin and Central Texas by providing public transportation services that emphasize safety and community engagement while supporting millions of trips each year through its board-governed structure (official website). The organization focuses on accessibility and inclusivity across diverse communities (official website), aiming to empower and enhance regional connectivity (official website). More than 31 million boardings occur annually throughout its service area (official website). For further information about fares and payment options visit capmetro.org/fares. Related organizations: