TxDOT's Austin District Portfolio Office (Central Design) is looking for a Transportation Specialist IV or V position in Austin, Texas. This position provides technical computer aided drafting expertise and coordination for design and development of transportation projects involving multiple design and advanced drafting techniques. This position will involve active roadway design and project management for internally developed projects. Some of these projects will consist of complex urban and rural safety improvement projects, mobility projects, as well as innovative intersection improvements, main lane widening, retaining wall design, freeway ramp reversals, bridge replacements and complex drainage projects.

Assists with project planning and oversight, and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

This position is for ONE (1) Transportation Specialist IV or V. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of the position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Salary Plan/Grade:

Transportation Specialist IV: B22 ($57,614 - $93,138/yearly)
Transportation Specialist V: B24 ($65,104 - $106,634/yearly)

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

This position provides high-level technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and advanced building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance of highways and facilities, or bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and oversight and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

The essential duties for a Transportation Specialist IV and V include:

Assists in overseeing project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.
Assists in overseeing project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Additional essential duties for a Transportation Specialist V include:

Evaluates and analyzes highly complex design issues.
Develops site layouts utilizing engineering workstations and software.
Reviews and oversees plan packages submitted by consultants.
Reviews and revises Plans, Specifications & Estimates and project designs for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, roadway illumination, traffic management systems or Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
Serves as technical member on transportation-related projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Transportation Specialist IV and V: 5 YEARS transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Competencies for a Transportation Specialist IV and V include:

Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Quality assurance and control processes and procedures
Interactive graphic and design information systems
Contract development and oversight
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Maintaining effective working relationships with others
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures
Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps
Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
Interpreting applicable information
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Additional Competencies for a Transportation Specialist V include:

The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
- Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

Transportation Specialist IV or V: District Portfolio Office (Austin District)