The Right of Way Division is seeking a detail-oriented and critical thinker to join our Commercial Signs Regulatory Program team. This role plans and conducts routine site inspections to ensure statewide enforcement of federal and state laws pertaining to commercial
signs and junkyards. Reviews permit applications to conduct site inspections and collect detailed information related to the requests. Must interact professionally with the public, local governmental and commercial entities.

Key Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough reviews and data collection for permit applications for commercial signage. Research and interpret relevant codes, policies, and commercial sign regulations. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze requests and ensure compliance. Communicate clearly and professionally with sign owners, operators, and other stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate:
Demonstrates strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Has excellent written and verbal communication skills. Can manage multiple tasks of a demanding workload while meeting deadlines. Enjoys collaborative work while being able to work independently. The position offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful regulatory work.

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)

Conducts routine site inspections to ensure statewide enforcement of federal and state laws pertaining to commercial signs and junkyards. Coordinates the review, authorization, and issuance of permit and license requests. Work is broad in scope and requires contact with private entities, local officials, as well as governmental agencies. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the section director or lead worker.

Essential Duties:

• Applies rules, procedures, and policies pertaining to the commercial signs regulatory program.
• Assists in special inventories and projects related to the commercial signs regulatory program section when necessary.
• Assists in the collection of field data and compiles data into statewide database.
• Communicates and applies various city zoning ordinances as they pertain to Commercial Signs Regulatory Program.
• Reviews and analyzes various county appraisal district maps.
• Performs the review of Impacted Signs requests.
• Performs GIS related activities.
• Explains laws and regulations relating to commercial signs program and junkyards to property owners and general public.
• Documents and maintains findings in program database.
• Conducts Internet research as needed to secure the identity, location, ownership, and other background information.
  about individuals, business entities, and properties.
• Ensures Commercials Signs inventory is accurate and maintained.
• Informs supervisor/management of ongoing activity and critical matters affecting the operation and well being of the Commercial Signs Program.
• Monitors due dates for pending applications and when signs are erected.
• Observes proactive enforcement activities in the field, to discover unlawful signs, junkyards and other violations of federal and state laws.
• Performs inspections for possible violations and submits appropriate written reports.
• Prepares detailed reports of inspection and submits for review by the central office.
• Reads and interprets highway plans and property plats to calculate right of way lines and determine the legality of commercial signs.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience 2 years of experience in compliance, enforcement, regulatory activities or inspection work. (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:

• Communicate effectively with all people including dissatisfied customers
• Research and analysis methodologies
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Highway Beautification Act of 1965
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Analytical and critical thinking skills
• Problem solving skills and creating efficiencies
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and harmonious working environment
• GIS methodologies

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• 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