Are you driven by the challenge of shaping how people move through cities and rural communities? Do you thrive at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and public service? If so, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the transportation landscape of our state!

As the Advance Transportation Planning Director, you’ll take the helm of the APD section within the Transportation Planning & Development (TP&D) team. You’ll lead a dynamic group of planners and visionaries responsible for crafting multi-modal transportation plans that span urban centers and rural regions alike. From highways to bike paths, transit corridors to freight routes—you’ll help design the systems that connect people, goods, and opportunities

Why this role matters:

• You’ll guide long-range planning efforts that influence billions in infrastructure investment.

• You’ll collaborate with local governments, regional partners, and community stakeholders to build inclusive, forward-thinking transportation solutions.

• You’ll be at the forefront of shaping policy and programming that supports economic growth, sustainability, and mobility for all.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead transformative change and leave your mark on the future of transportation.

Salary Plan/Grade:

District Advance Transportation Planning Director (B28): $92,600 - $156,612/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 Total Compensation Package website

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

Oversees the development of transportation planning functions in a district. Reports to the Director of Transportation Planning and Development, Deputy District Engineer, District Engineer. Manages a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees engaged in transportation planning activities. Work requires contact with governmental officials and the public. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

• Oversees data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development.
• Oversees district participation in development, coordination and implementation of the Unified Transportation Program, the State Transportation Plan and action plans for specific projects.
• Oversees long-range and short-range transportation planning and coordinates with Regional Mobility Authorities/Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) to develop the annual Transportation Improvement Program and Metropolitan Transportation Plans.
• Represents the district at various meetings and public hearings.
• Serves as liaison with local officials and the public concerning proposed project development and planning.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Transportation planning, public transportation, engineering. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in transportation planning (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.

• Must have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid driver’s license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in plan development, schematic development and environmental permitting.

Competencies:

• Extensive knowledge of:

• Applicable analysis methodologies
• Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
• State, county and local government operations and metropolitan planning organizations or regional mobility authorities affecting highway and transportation development and operations
• Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
• Budgeting methods and procedures

• Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies and procedures

  Expert skill in:

• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

• Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities

  Proficient skill in:

• Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals

• Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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

Conditions of Employment:

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

• This is a Safety Impact position and you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test 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.

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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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