TxDOT's Beaumont District is looking for an ITS Analyst I to join us in our Traffic Signal Department. If you’re driven by the challenge of shaping smarter, safer, and more connected transportation networks, this role puts you at the center of that mission. As a key contributor to our Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) initiatives, you’ll design, refine, and implement the automated systems that keep traffic flowing and communities moving. You’ll work independently on meaningful technical projects, collaborate with public and private partners, and help steward the technology that powers our Intelligent Transportation Operations Center. It’s a chance to turn complex data and infrastructure into real-world impact.

Salary Plan/Grade:

ITS Analyst I (B21): $54,278 - $87,046/yearly

Physical Work Location: 8350 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX, 77708

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)

Develops and revises new and existing intelligent transportation system(s) (ITS). Performs responsible technical work including the analysis, design and implementation of automated traffic management systems. May be responsible for administering information resources and telecommunication hardware/software located within an Intelligent Transportation Operations Center. Work requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists programmers with system problems related to flow charts, diagrams, and project design.
• Assists with planning and scheduling the installation and testing of hardware/software and troubleshooting computer/telecommunications related problems.
• Develops ITS which includes writing design documentation and methods, preparing work diagrams and data flow charts, evaluating systems hardware and hardware, analyzing user requirements, testing software and performing field tests.
• Keeps abreast of new technology to improve current and projected systems.
• Prepares and presents demonstrations on ITS.
• Provides technical assistance and supports for ITS.
• Represents the department on ITS related matters.
• Reviews traffic management plans and inspects project sites to ensure compliance with system requirements.
• Serves on committees regarding ITS.
• Provides technical assistance and inspections in the field as needed.
• Performs other job responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

1 year experience in system analysis, design, computer programming. (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:

• Intelligent transportation and traffic management systems.
• Systems development using analysis, design and documentation methodologies.
• Applicable computer programming techniques and languages.
• Applicable computer software applications and hardware.
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment.
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment.
• Developing and giving presentations.
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Maintaining a safe working relationship with others.
• 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:

• 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/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.

• To be selected for and continue employment in this position, the selected incumbent must maintain the security or integrity of the agency’s critical infrastructure and will be subject to regular assessments of criminal history and/or reviewed for connections to foreign adversaries

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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