Texas Department of Transportation
Transportation Specialist I, II, or III- District Design
Texas Department of Transportation - Beaumont, Texas, United States, 77708
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TxDOT's Beaumont District is looking for a Transportation Speciailist I, II, or III to join our Design team in our Transportation Planning and Development (TP&D) office.
As a key player in the project delivery process, this role goes far beyond plan reviews-it demands precision, coordination, and a deep understanding of transportation project lifecycles. From preparing detailed construction documents to orchestrating the timely submission of all Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) to the Division at the Ready to Let (RTL) milestone, this position ensures projects stay on track and ready for bidding. It's where technical expertise meets strategic execution. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, apply today!
Physical Work Location:
8350 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX, 77708
Salary Plan/Grade:
Transportation Specialist I (B19):
$48,244- $76,028/yearly
Transportation Specialist II (B20):
$51,158 - $81,351/yearly
Transportation Specialist III (B21):
$54,278 - $87,046/yearly
The Texas Department of Transportaion 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.
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 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)
Position Description
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 and II:
Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects. Assists with project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway. Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts, typical sections. Coodrinates compilation of complete plan packages for plan submission to the responsible engineer or architect for review and signature. Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, constultants, and contractors. Coordinates with roadway design on schematics and reviews in-house and consultant traffic contrrol plans or traffic projects. Evaluates and analyzes design issues. May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks. Researches and analyzes incomoing correspondence, reports, and other written material. Researches and evaluates date, interprets and alayzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems. Reviews and oversees plan packaged submitted by consultants. Reviews and revises Plans, Specifications, and Estimates and project designs for traffic control devices, signals, signs, marking, detours, traffic control plans, roadway illumination, traffic management systems or Intelligent Transportaion Systems (ITS). Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Transportation Specialist III:
The above listed and:
Assists in overseeing design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors. Assists in overseeing project design involving design calcuations and sketches of plans, layouts, and typical sections. Evaulates and analyzes complex design issues Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks. Researches and analyzes incoming correspondence, reports, and other written material. Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems. Reviews and oversees plan packages submitted by consultants. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education :
Transportation Specialist I, II, and III:
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 design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Transportation Specialist II : 4 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Transportation Specialist III : 5 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (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.
Competencies:
Transportation Specialist I, II and III:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements Design and plan preparation methods and requirements Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Interactive graphic design information systems Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development Design, testing, and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and realted structures Competitive bid processes, rules and regulations Quality assurance and control processes and procedures Concepts,techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database managements systems and related technologies Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Researching, analyzing and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Writing, reviewing, and revising documents to include engineering roles, specifications, standards, and procedures Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines Planning, assigning, directing coordinating and reviewing the work of professioanl, administrative and technical employees Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Using computers, applicable programs, applications and systems Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; make decisons that support business objectives and goals
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication 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 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.
For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.
TxDOT's Beaumont District is looking for a Transportation Speciailist I, II, or III to join our Design team in our Transportation Planning and Development (TP&D) office.
As a key player in the project delivery process, this role goes far beyond plan reviews-it demands precision, coordination, and a deep understanding of transportation project lifecycles. From preparing detailed construction documents to orchestrating the timely submission of all Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) to the Division at the Ready to Let (RTL) milestone, this position ensures projects stay on track and ready for bidding. It's where technical expertise meets strategic execution. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, apply today!
Physical Work Location:
8350 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX, 77708
Salary Plan/Grade:
Transportation Specialist I (B19):
$48,244- $76,028/yearly
Transportation Specialist II (B20):
$51,158 - $81,351/yearly
Transportation Specialist III (B21):
$54,278 - $87,046/yearly
The Texas Department of Transportaion 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.
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 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)
Position Description
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 and II:
Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects. Assists with project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway. Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts, typical sections. Coodrinates compilation of complete plan packages for plan submission to the responsible engineer or architect for review and signature. Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, constultants, and contractors. Coordinates with roadway design on schematics and reviews in-house and consultant traffic contrrol plans or traffic projects. Evaluates and analyzes design issues. May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks. Researches and analyzes incomoing correspondence, reports, and other written material. Researches and evaluates date, interprets and alayzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems. Reviews and oversees plan packaged submitted by consultants. Reviews and revises Plans, Specifications, and Estimates and project designs for traffic control devices, signals, signs, marking, detours, traffic control plans, roadway illumination, traffic management systems or Intelligent Transportaion Systems (ITS). Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Transportation Specialist III:
The above listed and:
Assists in overseeing design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors. Assists in overseeing project design involving design calcuations and sketches of plans, layouts, and typical sections. Evaulates and analyzes complex design issues Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks. Researches and analyzes incoming correspondence, reports, and other written material. Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares reports and recommends solutions to problems. Reviews and oversees plan packages submitted by consultants. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education :
Transportation Specialist I, II, and III:
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 design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Transportation Specialist II : 4 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Transportation Specialist III : 5 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (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.
Competencies:
Transportation Specialist I, II and III:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements Design and plan preparation methods and requirements Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Interactive graphic design information systems Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development Design, testing, and quality control of materials used in the construction and maintenance of highways and realted structures Competitive bid processes, rules and regulations Quality assurance and control processes and procedures Concepts,techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database managements systems and related technologies Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Researching, analyzing and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Writing, reviewing, and revising documents to include engineering roles, specifications, standards, and procedures Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines Planning, assigning, directing coordinating and reviewing the work of professioanl, administrative and technical employees Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others Using computers, applicable programs, applications and systems Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; make decisons that support business objectives and goals
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication 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 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.
For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.