Public Transportation Specialist II - Public Transportation Division - (2601684)
Position Information
TxDOT Public Transportation Division is seeking a collaborative and motivated professional to manage the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5304 Statewide Planning Program and the Rural Transit Assistance Programs (RTAP). This position provides an opportunity to be involved in how public transportation planning, technical assistance, and capacity-building activities are delivered across Texas, supporting transit providers, planning organizations, and local partners in communities of every size. The position oversees funding, provides technical assistance for regional coordination planning and transit agencies, coordinates with stakeholders throughout Texas, and ensures compliance with federal and state requirements.
Minimum Salary: 54,278.00
Maximum Salary: 87,046.00
Pay Basis: Yearly
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: 40 hours per week M - F
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Location Flexibility Details: TxDOT utilizes flexible work strategies consistent with department policy and 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
Administers complex state and federal public transportation grant programs and projects. Performs program and project oversight activities to include complex applications, grant agreements, procurements, reimbursements, audits and administrative requirements to determine compliance with federal and state requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives under direction from their supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
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Acts as district or division liaison in area of expertise.
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Plans, develops and recommends program guidelines, policies, procedures, enhancements and methodologies.
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Administers public transportation funds and related programs.
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Collaborates with program staff to provide technical assistance on program requirements to government agencies, transit providers, community organizations and the general public.
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Analyzes applications, prepares and makes recommendations on program funding; advises when
contracts/grants/projects/programs are approved, funding matters, status and when funds become available. -
Collaborates with program staff to conduct reviews to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, laws,
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Develops and prepares reports, and correspondence, hearing testimony and white papers.
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Recommends program guidelines, policies, procedures, enhancements and methodologies.
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Writes internal/external correspondence/reports/lists/forms/updates/memos concerning programs and projects.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration or an accounting related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 5 years experience in contract/grant/funding administration, planning, budgeting and/or working with state and federal funding. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
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Program planning, development and management methodologies
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Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies and procedures
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Contract development and oversight
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Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
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Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
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Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
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Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities
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Coordinating and directing multiple projects
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Collecting, sorting and compiling data
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Interpreting applicable information
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Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
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Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
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Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
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Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
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Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication
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Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Job: Plan/Aviation/Pub Trans/Legis
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jul 13, 2026, 8:44:55 AM
Unposting Date: Ongoing
State Job Title/s: Program Specialist V
State Job Code/s: 1574
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
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
Applicant Information
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
