COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jack Marchbanks is stepping down from his position.
Gov. Mike DeWine announced on Friday that Marchbanks will move on from being director on Sept. 30. He added that Pamela Boratyn will replace him as ODOT starting Oct. 1.
“I want to thank Director Marchbanks for his leadership of ODOT since the beginning of my first term as governor,” said Governor DeWine. “Jack has shared my vision for increasing safety on Ohio’s roads and making sure that our transportation system works efficiently to serve our residents, businesses, and visitors. I am also pleased that Pam Boratyn has agreed to serve as ODOT’s new director. Pam has a passion for public service and a wealth of experience in the transportation sector.”
Marchbanks became ODOT director in 2019 after he earned a doctorate in philosophy at Ohio University. He said he plans to return to school in the future and devote time to promoting performing arts and African American culture.
Marchbanks said he will serve as a senior policy advisor to help with Boratyn’s transition into the director role.
“I take pride in what the ODOT team accomplished for the citizens of Ohio on my watch,” said Director Marchbanks. “And I thank Governor Mike DeWine for affording me the privilege to lead one of Ohio’s most important and impactful agencies.”
Boratyn has spent 30 years in public service and serves as the deputy executive director of the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund. She worked at ODOT in various positions, including assistant director and chief of staff.
