United States Deputy Secretary of Transportation

United States Deputy Secretary of Transportation
Seal of the Department
Flag of the Deputy Secretary
since April 14, 2021
United States Department of Transportation
StyleMadam Deputy Secretary
Member ofthe United States Cabinet
Reports toUnited States Secretary of Transportation
SeatWashington, D.C.
AppointerThe President of the United States
with Senate advice and consent
Term lengthNo fixed term
49 U.S.C. § 102
First holderDarrell M. Trent
SalaryExecutive Schedule, level II
Websitewww.transportation.gov

The deputy secretary of transportation advises and assists the secretary of transportation in the supervision and direction of the Department of Transportation (DOT). The deputy secretary would succeed the secretary in his or her absence, sickness, or unavailability.