TxDOT's Beaumont District Construction Office is looking for a Transportation Specialist III or IV, based in Beaumont, TX. We have a diverse workforce, with opportunities for growth and development. If you want to become part of a team of professional that take pride in the work that they do and you want to build an exciting career, let’s talk!

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include telework flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentives, in house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Transportation Specialist III (B20)
Minimum Monthly Salary $3,763.17/mo
Maximum Monthly Salary $6,149.00/mo

Transportation Specialist IV (B21)
Minimum Monthly Salary $4,023.17/mo.
Maximum Monthly Salary $6,579.42/mo.

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 employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

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 multiple design and/or advanced 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 oversight, 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Specialist III:

• Assists in overseeing project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.
• Provides technical expertise and oversight/coordination of transportation programs in a district or division in the following functional activities: Design, Construction, SWPPP, Work Zone Traffic Control, Dispute Resolution
• Coordinates and performs interim and final inspections to identify deficiencies
• Coordinates engineering field staff activities and provides technical assistance in resolving construction problems.
• Coordinates field review inspections conducted by Federal Highway Administration and Construction Division engineers to ensure all negative findings receive proper response.
• Coordinates with roadway design on schematics and reviews in-house and consultant traffic control plans or traffic projects.
• Inspects construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install, maintain and repair traffic control/data collection related equipment or facilities in accordance with plans, specifications and contract requirements.
• Monitors material testing requirements and results for compliance with specifications.
• Performs field reviews of construction projects to assist area engineers and project engineers in resolution of construction problems.
• Reviews area office contract submissions and coordinates process with area engineers.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Specialist IV:

• Coordinates engineering field staff activities and provides high-level technical assistance in resolving construction problems.
• Performs complex field reviews of construction projects to assist area engineers and project engineers in resolution of construction problems.
• Provides technical assistance in resolving construction problems related to contract administration.
• Coordinates and performs interim and final inspections to identify deficiencies.
• Coordinates with staff and/or area engineers regarding construction operations as they relate to contract administration, programming, planning, design, right-of-way and maintenance operations.
• Inspects construction methods, workmanship and maintenance procedures to ensure contractors build, install, maintain and repair traffic control/data collection related equipment or facilities in accordance with plans, specifications and contract requirements.
• Monitors audits of monthly and final estimates change orders, supplemental agreements, and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.
• Monitors contracting, construction record-keeping and construction records auditing activities for multiple construction projects.
• Responds to public concerns regarding construction and provides or recommends correct, cost effective solutions to issues raised during the administration of a construction project.
• Reviews formal contract disputes and claims; recommends or develops timely solutions that comply with plans, specifications and policy and serve as precedent for other projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

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 III:

Licenses and Certifications:

**Safety Impact Certificate

• Valid Driver's License at time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Safety Impact and Commercial Driver certifications are not required at the time of application. As required, the Safety Impact and Commercial Driver certifications will be issued by TxDOT at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Competencies:

Transportation Specialist III:

• Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• Quality assurance and control processes and procedures
• Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures
• Contract development and management policies and procedures
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Construction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devices
• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
• Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
• Communicate effectively
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Transportation Specialist IV (additional competencies):

• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Highway construction and maintenance
• Design, testing and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and related structures
• Construction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devices
• Competitive bid processes, rules and regulations
• Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures
• Contract development and management policies and procedures
• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
• Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures
• 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:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• 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 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/alcohol testing during employment.
• 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.
• Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.

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/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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