The Corpus Christi Area Office is seeking a Transportation Specialist who enjoys working on a broad range of transportation projects including roadway rehabilitation, bridge construction, roadway construction and preventative maintenance. The candidate will also aid in the development of plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E). This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with licensed engineers, engineering assistants, construction inspectors, and other area office staff to deliver high-quality transportation projects.

Annual Salary Ranges:
Transportation Specialist I (B19) - $48,244-$76,028
Transportation Specialist II (B20) - $51,158- $81,351
Transportation Specialist III (B21) - $54,278- $87,046
Transportation Specialist IV (B22)- $57,614- $93,138

This position is for one (1) Transportation Specialist I, II, III, or IV. 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.

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)

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.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Specialist I:

• Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Coordinates compilation of complete plan packages for submission to the responsible engineer or architect for review and signature.
• Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Coordinates with staff and area engineers regarding construction operations as they relate to contract administration, programming, planning, design, right-of-way and maintenance operations.
• 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.
• Evaluates and analyzes design issues.
• Monitors the design and execution of state-funded rehabilitation and preventive maintenance projects.
• Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Specialist II (In addition to the above):

• Coordinates engineering field staff activities and provides technical assistance in resolving construction problems.

Transportation Specialist III (In addition to the above):

• Assists in overseeing design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Assists in overseeing project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.

Transportation Specialist IV (In addition to the above):

• Assists in overseeing complex design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Coordinates complex traffic studies, analyzes traffic data, determines need and prepares plan layouts for traffic projects including signs, signals, illumination devices or traffic data collection devices.
• Performs complex field reviews of construction projects to assist area engineers and project engineers in resolution of construction problems.

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

Transportation Specialist I: 2 years*
Transportation Specialist II: 4 years*
Transportation Specialist III & IV: 5 years*

*Experience in transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection( Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate, issued upon employment.

Competencies:

Transportation Specialist I:

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Roadway construction, inspection and evaluation methods and procedures
• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• 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
• Interpreting applicable information
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Transportation Specialist II (In addition to the above):

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Roadway construction, inspection and evaluation methods and procedures
• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Highway construction and maintenance
• Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• 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
• Interpreting applicable information
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Transportation Specialist III (In addition to the above):

• Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures

Transportation Specialist IV (In addition to the above):

• Applicable analysis methodologies
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Roadway maintenance concepts, methods and procedures
• Highway construction and maintenance

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment

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.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
  

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