Transportation Specialist I or II - TP&D - Advanced Planning

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• 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.

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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.

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Transportation Specialist I\: 
Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving design, 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 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 perform work independently on assignments; however, all  unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Transportation Specialist II\: 
Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and/or 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 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 perform work independently on assignments; however, all  unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

    The essential duties for the Transportation Specialist I include:

• Assists with project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.
• Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Coordinates programs and projects to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.
• Coordinates with roadway design on schematics and reviews in-house and consultant traffic control plans or traffic projects.
• Develops site layouts utilizing engineering workstations and software.
• Ensures compliance with specifications for devices; safety laws, rules, and regulations; and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development.
• Prepares and makes transportation-related presentations at various conferences and meetings.
• Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

   

   

  
  The essential duties for the Transportation Specialist II include:

   

   

• Assists with project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.
• Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Coordinates programs and projects to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.
• Coordinates with roadway design on schematics and reviews in-house and consultant traffic control plans or traffic projects.
• Develops site layouts utilizing engineering workstations and software.
• Ensures compliance with specifications for devices; safety laws, rules, and regulations; and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development.
• Prepares and makes transportation-related presentations at various conferences and meetings.
• Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

The Laredo District is looking for a Transportation Specialist to work in the Advanced Planning Section based in Laredo, TX.  With the vital support from this position in a rapidly expanding border District, TxDOT is designing, building, and maintaining the essential roadway/bridge infrastructure serving the Citizens of Texas.  The Laredo District is part of a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you would like to be a part of a special team that is shaping today’s innovative transportation system, let’s talk.  

Salary Grade

Transportation Specialist  I\:   B19/$48,244 - $76,028
Transportation Specialist II \:  B20/$51,158 - $81,351

***The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

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

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 for Transportation Specialist\: 

• Transportation Specialist I = 2 years experience*  
• Transportation Specialist II\: 4 years experience*

*Experience must be in transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid U.S. driver’s license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Safety Impact Certificate.

Currently Military or Veterans\: US Military CDL Equivalent Conditions of Employment\: US Military License candidates must successfully obtain Texas Class “A” CDL within 120 days of employment. https\://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/military-skills-test-waiver

Competencies:

The required competencies for the Transportation Specialist I include:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements

Some knowledge of:

• Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related technologies

Proficient skill in:

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• 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
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively

Other Attributes:

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

The required competencies for the Transportation Specialist II include:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes

Proficient skill in:

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• 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
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively

Other Attributes:

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

• Light work\: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

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.