Job Description

Special Projects Coord II- Special Jobs Office (Austin District) - (2602448)

Position Information We are seeking a motivated and highly organized professional to join the Special Jobs Section at Austin District Headquarters as a Special Projects Coordinator II. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating unique projects, managing multiple priorities, and working with a variety of internal and external partners. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, along with a commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and excellent customer service. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, adaptable, and ready to contribute your talents to a dynamic team while supporting important projects across the Austin District, we encourage you to apply!Salary/Grade: B21 - $54,278 - $87,046/annually

Minimum Salary

: 54,278.00

Maximum Salary

: 87,046.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations

Austin District Headquarters

7901 NORTH IH 35

Austin 78753

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40-hour work week - (4) 10-Hour Days, Mon-Thurs Location Flexibility: Onsite Location Flexibility Details: Locations and Shifts may vary based on project and location.

Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:Retirement PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 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)

Position Description

This position performs advanced professional, administrative and consultative work in support of a program or project. Facilitates the planning, development, and implementation of goals, objectives, guidelines, procedures, schedules, priorities and methods for achieving program or project goals. Work requires extensive contact with department management, and external governmental agencies and organizations. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.Essential Duties:Assists in identifying the need for new programs.Determines trends and prepares administrative reports, studies and specialized research projects.Evaluates, develops and interprets policies/procedures.Oversees planning, preparation and coordination of special meetings, workshops and conferencesConducts program or project analyses and develops and recommends solutions/methods to increase productivity/efficiencyAnalyzes policies and operations, identifies strategies to make improvements, and facilitates collaboration among

different groups to resolve issues.Evaluates statistical data and interprets results; prepares reports on program and project activities.Interprets and disseminates legislative information and prepares operational and financial impact analyses of

legislative proposals.Performs budget-related review, planning and development activities.Performs site visits to provide staff assistance or in support of various management issues.Prepares and presents information on various programs, projects and activities to executives, departmental staff and at professional meetings, seminars and conferences.Prepares sensitive and high-level correspondence and administrative or technical reports.Provides training or technical support and assistance in program or project areas.Serves as point of contact and liaison for programs or special projects with other departmental staff, governmental entities and the public.Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration, or a related discipline. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsExperience: 4 YEARS of experience in business analysis, project or program administration, or related 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:Applicable analysis methodologiesApplicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systemsProgram/project planning, development, and management methodologiesHuman resources management policies and practicesAuditing and investigative methods, practices and proceduresEstablishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and

adjusting for problems/roadblocksDeveloping, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical informationNegotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening

techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic mannerResearching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional

areaPublic relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and

externalCoordinating labor, materials, and equipmentPersuasion, negotiation, and communication of critical issuesAnalyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical dataAdministrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording

meeting notes, record keeping and records managementEvaluating technical and financial informationInterpreting and analyzing legislation, rules, and regulationsMeeting deadlinesPreparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reportsUsing computers, applicable programs, applications, and systemsExercises 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:Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small toolsLight work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbsSitting - prolonged periods of timeTalking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken wordsClose 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.Must be able to report for emergencies within 30 minutes

Job

: Exec/Admin/Clerical/Legal

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Sep 22, 2026, 2:18:04 PM

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

State Job Title/s: Program Specialist V State Job Code/s: 1574

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 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. Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

Applicant Information 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.Additional Applicant Information