A safe, efficient, and effective transportation system is critical to the growth and stability of the U.S. economy, America's ability as a nation to compete in increasingly competitive global markets, and as a commuter network that provides access to jobs and recreational facilities that are important to quality of life for all Americans. The continued effectiveness of the national transportation system depends on the ability to develop and maintain a highly skilled and qualified workforce, now and for the future. More than 13 million Americans are currently employed in transportation-related jobs. That includes civil engineers, architects, plane and ship pilots, transit system managers, transportation planners, and intelligent transportation systems design engineers and technicians. America's community colleges can play a central role in keeping these vital professionals trained, prepared, and up to the task. The author discusses the challenges and opportunities of the transportation workforce and defines the road forward for careers in transportation fields.