State of Tennessee
TDOT STATEWIDE TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST - 01132026-74142
State of Tennessee, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Job Information
Opening Date/Time: 01/13/2026 12:00AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time: 01/26/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly): $7,458.00 - $9,697.00
Salary (Annually): $89,496.00 - $116,364.00
Job Type: Full-Time
City, State Location: Nashville, TN
Department: Transportation
Position Location LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, BUREAU CHIEF ENGINEERING, DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is located in the Asset Management Division - Performance/Quality Management Section.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree and 8 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description,
OR
Masters Degree and 7 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description.
Necessary Special Qualifications for Regional Technical Specialist Some positions in these classifications may have additional requirements such as:
Professional licenses and/or certifications
Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid for use in operating vehicles in the State of Tennessee
Any necessary special qualifications will be denoted in the position description.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies, and Tools/Equipment
Skilled in the project delivery methods, including design/bid/build and alternative delivery
Skilled in state and federal regulations/requirements for development and construction of projects
Skilled in using critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions, independently
Skilled in advanced technical writing
Skilled in review and assessment of draft legislative language Skilled in the ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
Skilled in working on project teams
Skilled in the ability to analyze a process and offer actionable feedback for use in improving the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the existing process
Skilled in the application of transportation finance principles
Skilled in the development of contract principles and applications
Skilled in the ability to identify and mitigate risk associated with transportation projects
Skilled in the ability to research and explore innovative technical concepts and develop applications for how to apply those concepts to transportation projects
Ability to research and explore innovative technical concepts and develop applications for how to apply those concepts to transportation projects
Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal/written and public speaking skills, interacting with others in a professional and courteous manner, including internal/external stakeholders, consultants, landowners, and governmental agencies
Ability to resolve conflicts, coach and motivate others, build high-performing teams, and create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment
Conditions of Employment
Incorporating overtime, weekends, and night shifts into their schedules as work schedules dictate
Extended durations outdoors in extreme weather conditions
Working in and around construction and vehicular traffic
Walking on uneven terrain
Climbing ladders and construction scaffolding
Carrying equipment and samples in excess of 25 pounds
Driving long distances as required to perform daily duties
Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn
Sitting for extended periods while driving or working on computers
Standing for extended periods while working outdoors or in a laboratory setting
Overview The Statewide Technical Specialist is a recognized subject matter expert within their specific discipline and contributes to national technical committees within their area of technical expertise. The Statewide Technical Specialist provides discipline-specific technical expertise to divisions within TDOT as well as assistance to consultants, contractors, suppliers, federal and state agency partners, local governments, transit agencies, aviation authorities, utility companies, and developers as part of enhancing TDOTs transportation infrastructure network.
Statewide Technical Specialists are responsible for overseeing transportation professional planning and public outreach, as well as the collection and analysis of data and information for the development of technical reports, grants, and contracts used as part of TDOTs infrastructure for all modes of transportation. This position is expected to use engineering judgment and decision-making skills in providing for the interpretation of state statutes, regulations, policies, plans, specifications, standards, grants, and contracts.
This position assists Project Teams in navigating change throughout the life of a project by providing innovative solutions for the resolution of complex issues; safeguarding statewide consistency, ensuring exceedingly complex program issues are routinely communicated; risk, quality, and change management are addressed; and policies, procedures, and standards are consistently applied.
This position is expected to take an active role in the Alternative Delivery program, ensuring statewide consistency, staying relevant and engaged as part of their specific discipline, reviewing alternative technical concepts, and adapting new technologies and best practices in driving TDOT's transportation projects forward.
Responsibilities NOTE: The position responsibilities listed are representative of the work performed by positions within the Technical Specialist classification series. The responsibilities listed are not all inclusive for every position nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every responsibility.
Serve as a subject matter expert in the applicable discipline specific area
Research, develop, and implement discipline specific technical guidance to address recurring issues on projects and programs
Read, interpret, and apply statutes, regulations, policies, plans, specifications, standards, grant language requirements, contract requirements, and funding applications
As part of a matrix organization, coordinate with the Project Manager and Project Team regarding potential impacts to the scope, schedule, and/or budget for projects and programs
Perform applicable discipline-specific activities on exceedingly complex projects and statewide programs having the highest degree of risk
Assist with multidisciplinary reviews for projects as part of the Quality Assurance process on exceedingly complex projects and statewide programs
Participate in Risk Management Assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies
Identify conflicts in proposed designs, make recommendations, and coordinate proactive solutions with other disciplines to ensure the needs of the project are met in all phases of the project
Participate in the scope development, selection, and administration of alternative delivery contracts on all phases of the project
Attend, serve at, and facilitate public meetings as a department representative, proactively addressing customer needs and concerns
Lead and participate in national technical committees
Review draft legislative language and regulatory public notice announcements that could potentially impact TDOT's ability to deliver projects and programs and provide the Executive Leadership Team and the motoring public feedback on potential ways to mitigate these impacts
Serve as a mentor in supporting career development and cultivating the communication and leadership skills of others at TDOT
Provide feedback to Regions, local government partners, consultants, contractors, and legislators on grants, projects, and programs and provide resolution for highly complex issues
Operate light‑duty vehicles
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Opening Date/Time: 01/13/2026 12:00AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time: 01/26/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly): $7,458.00 - $9,697.00
Salary (Annually): $89,496.00 - $116,364.00
Job Type: Full-Time
City, State Location: Nashville, TN
Department: Transportation
Position Location LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, BUREAU CHIEF ENGINEERING, DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is located in the Asset Management Division - Performance/Quality Management Section.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree and 8 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description,
OR
Masters Degree and 7 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description.
Necessary Special Qualifications for Regional Technical Specialist Some positions in these classifications may have additional requirements such as:
Professional licenses and/or certifications
Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid for use in operating vehicles in the State of Tennessee
Any necessary special qualifications will be denoted in the position description.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies, and Tools/Equipment
Skilled in the project delivery methods, including design/bid/build and alternative delivery
Skilled in state and federal regulations/requirements for development and construction of projects
Skilled in using critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions, independently
Skilled in advanced technical writing
Skilled in review and assessment of draft legislative language Skilled in the ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
Skilled in working on project teams
Skilled in the ability to analyze a process and offer actionable feedback for use in improving the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the existing process
Skilled in the application of transportation finance principles
Skilled in the development of contract principles and applications
Skilled in the ability to identify and mitigate risk associated with transportation projects
Skilled in the ability to research and explore innovative technical concepts and develop applications for how to apply those concepts to transportation projects
Ability to research and explore innovative technical concepts and develop applications for how to apply those concepts to transportation projects
Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal/written and public speaking skills, interacting with others in a professional and courteous manner, including internal/external stakeholders, consultants, landowners, and governmental agencies
Ability to resolve conflicts, coach and motivate others, build high-performing teams, and create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment
Conditions of Employment
Incorporating overtime, weekends, and night shifts into their schedules as work schedules dictate
Extended durations outdoors in extreme weather conditions
Working in and around construction and vehicular traffic
Walking on uneven terrain
Climbing ladders and construction scaffolding
Carrying equipment and samples in excess of 25 pounds
Driving long distances as required to perform daily duties
Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn
Sitting for extended periods while driving or working on computers
Standing for extended periods while working outdoors or in a laboratory setting
Overview The Statewide Technical Specialist is a recognized subject matter expert within their specific discipline and contributes to national technical committees within their area of technical expertise. The Statewide Technical Specialist provides discipline-specific technical expertise to divisions within TDOT as well as assistance to consultants, contractors, suppliers, federal and state agency partners, local governments, transit agencies, aviation authorities, utility companies, and developers as part of enhancing TDOTs transportation infrastructure network.
Statewide Technical Specialists are responsible for overseeing transportation professional planning and public outreach, as well as the collection and analysis of data and information for the development of technical reports, grants, and contracts used as part of TDOTs infrastructure for all modes of transportation. This position is expected to use engineering judgment and decision-making skills in providing for the interpretation of state statutes, regulations, policies, plans, specifications, standards, grants, and contracts.
This position assists Project Teams in navigating change throughout the life of a project by providing innovative solutions for the resolution of complex issues; safeguarding statewide consistency, ensuring exceedingly complex program issues are routinely communicated; risk, quality, and change management are addressed; and policies, procedures, and standards are consistently applied.
This position is expected to take an active role in the Alternative Delivery program, ensuring statewide consistency, staying relevant and engaged as part of their specific discipline, reviewing alternative technical concepts, and adapting new technologies and best practices in driving TDOT's transportation projects forward.
Responsibilities NOTE: The position responsibilities listed are representative of the work performed by positions within the Technical Specialist classification series. The responsibilities listed are not all inclusive for every position nor is it expected that all positions will be assigned every responsibility.
Serve as a subject matter expert in the applicable discipline specific area
Research, develop, and implement discipline specific technical guidance to address recurring issues on projects and programs
Read, interpret, and apply statutes, regulations, policies, plans, specifications, standards, grant language requirements, contract requirements, and funding applications
As part of a matrix organization, coordinate with the Project Manager and Project Team regarding potential impacts to the scope, schedule, and/or budget for projects and programs
Perform applicable discipline-specific activities on exceedingly complex projects and statewide programs having the highest degree of risk
Assist with multidisciplinary reviews for projects as part of the Quality Assurance process on exceedingly complex projects and statewide programs
Participate in Risk Management Assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies
Identify conflicts in proposed designs, make recommendations, and coordinate proactive solutions with other disciplines to ensure the needs of the project are met in all phases of the project
Participate in the scope development, selection, and administration of alternative delivery contracts on all phases of the project
Attend, serve at, and facilitate public meetings as a department representative, proactively addressing customer needs and concerns
Lead and participate in national technical committees
Review draft legislative language and regulatory public notice announcements that could potentially impact TDOT's ability to deliver projects and programs and provide the Executive Leadership Team and the motoring public feedback on potential ways to mitigate these impacts
Serve as a mentor in supporting career development and cultivating the communication and leadership skills of others at TDOT
Provide feedback to Regions, local government partners, consultants, contractors, and legislators on grants, projects, and programs and provide resolution for highly complex issues
Operate light‑duty vehicles
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