Executive Leadership

John Halikowski

John S. Halikowski
Director

John served for twelve years at the Arizona House of Representatives as Director of Research where he was responsible for drafting, presenting, researching and working with affected constituencies on transportation related legislation. He was involved in major legislation that included the Maricopa County Transportation plan, State Highway Construction Acceleration, Privatization, DUI, Transportation Finance and Graduated Driver Licensing.

John H. Nichols

John H. Nichols
Deputy Director of Business Operations

John has worked for the State of Arizona since 1994 after completing a 21 year career with the US Air Force. John currently serves as Deputy Director for Business Operations overseeing the Administrative Services Division, Arizona Highways Magazine, Budget, Planning & Research, Financial Management Services, Human Resources and Performance Measures.

Floyd Roehrich Jr.

Floyd Roehrich Jr
Deputy Director of Policy

Floyd currently serves as Deputy Director for Policy for the Arizona Department of Transportation. As such, he is responsible for all transportation planning and assist with Public/Private Partnership activities within the Department.  He also serves as the primary liaison between the Department and the State Transportation Board, and assists the Director in various policy matters.

Jennifer Toth

Jennifer Toth
Deputy Director of Transportation
State Engineer
Intermodal Transportation Division and Multimodal Planning Division

Jennifer was appointed as State Engineer in 2011 and leads ITD in constructing, maintaining and operating more than 6,000 miles of interstate and state highways in Arizona.  Her division also completes the project development process for highway improvements involving engineering and environmental studies, design, land acquisition and construction.  

Matt Burdick

Matt Burdick
Assistant Director
Communication and Community Partnerships

Matt leads Communication and Community Partnerships and has been part of the agency's communication team since 1996.  He oversees communication with the public, communities and counties about ADOT and the agency's transportation activities.  He also is responsible for partnering with government agencies and businesses to improve working relationships and coordination on transportation projects.

Terry Conner

Terry Conner
Assistant Director
Enforcement and Compliance Division

Terry Conner leads the new Enforcement and Compliance Division that consists of the Office of the Inspector General, the Executive Hearing Office and the Motor Vehicle Enforcement Services.  Terry has a 35-year career with the Arizona Department of Public Safety and retired as commander in 2007.

Kevin Biesty

Kevin Biesty
Assistant Director
Government Relations and Policy Development Office

Kevin as Director of Government Relations leads the proactive and effective process through which ADOT communicates with and serves Congress, the Legislature and the people of Arizona.

Stacy Stanton

Stacey K. Stanton
Assistant Director
Motor Vehicle Division

Stacey leads the state's Motor Vehicle Division and was appointed December 2, 1999. She is responsible for the daily management and oversight of over 1600 employees and an annual operating budget of $72 million.

Scott Omer

Scott Omer
Assistant Director
Multimodal Planning Division

Scott leads the state's Planning Division and was appointed September 26, 2011.  He oversees the Department's development of multimodal plans and programs through a collaborative process.  He also oversees the research activity of the Department that enables innovation in transportation.

For more information regarding the Executive Leadership, please contact us at 602-712-7355.