Transportation Specialist I or II - Traffic Operations

Transportation Specialist I or II - Traffic Operations - (2602610) Position Information Would you like to have the opportunity to improve our effectiveness of our highway transportation system? Does improving the safety of our highway and making a positive impact on the traveling public in our community sound appealing to you? Are you interested in learning the traffic operations and highway safety improvements? TxDOT’s Laredo District is looking for a Traffic Systems Specialist based in Laredo, TX. We have a workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let’s talk! Salary Range for each position level Transportation Specialist I B19, $48,244 - $76,028 Transportation Specialist II B20, $51,158 - $81,351 ****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. Minimum Salary : 48,244.00 Maximum Salary : 81,351.00 Pay Basis : Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt Work Locations : Laredo District Headquarters 1817 BOB BULLOCK LOOP Laredo 78043 Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Location Flexibility: Onsite 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 Assists with administering contracts for installation and maintenance of traffic systems and/or traffic data collection Devices. Assists with coordinating and/or monitoring Community Traffic Safety Programs and activities involving preparation of the District Highway Safety Plan. Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections. Coordinates traffic studies, analyzes traffic data, determines need and prepares plan layouts for traffic projects including signs, signals, illumination devices or traffic data collection devices. Investigates and responds to public complaints on traffic signals, signs, railroad crossings, pavement markings, traffic management systems or other traffic related items. Makes recommendations to replace or modify signs, signals and illumination devices. Monitors operations of the ITS for an area-wide transportation system. Prepares and distributes strip maps for speed zones. Researches and evaluates data, interprets and analyzes results, prepares repor…

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