Systems Analyst IV – Artificial Intelligence Systems Analyst - (2602078)
Position Information
TxDOT's Information Technology Division is looking for an Artificial Intelligence Systems Analyst. Are you interested in AI? Join us as an AI Systems Analyst! You'll serve as the administrator of AI tools, supporting the development of AI solutions on AI business productivity platforms. We'd love to hear from you!
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 wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.
To learn more about TxDOT, we welcome you to watch a video on our South Austin Stassney Headquarters!
Minimum Salary: 100,000.00
Maximum Salary: 110,000.00
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
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 Total Compensation Package website
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Performs advanced computer systems analysis work in support of TxDOT ITD information technology systems. Coordinates work involving analyzing user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing systems. Coordinates technical support and advice involving the development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of AI solutions and AI systems. Responsible for administration of AI business productivity platforms such as Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini Enterprise. Keep division apprised of platform updates. Builds, supports, and maintains AI agents. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Duties:
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Oversees and implements governance processes and controls within the system.
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Coordinates and tests and diagnoses systems to ensure critical requirements are met.
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Coordinates with users to identify system requirements, develop functional design specifications to meet requirements, and solve complex operational problems.
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Coordinates research and analyzes and tests business procedures, information systems, programs or systems software.
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Coordinates requests or completes user security changes or additions and facilitates security authorizations for new users.
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Creates new standard reports; collaborating with end users to gather report requirements and ensure proper testing and validation.
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Monitors changes in hardware and software and provides current information to end users.
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Analyzes new or existing procedures, information systems, or utility programs for efficiency and effectiveness.
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Monitors and collects information to determine the strength, weaknesses and performance issues of existing technology.
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Designs, builds, tests, implements, and maintains both publish and ad hoc reports in response to customer change requests.
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Coordinates, plans, and schedules the installation or training for new or revised systems and defines business process requirements.
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Oversees the training of staff prior to the implementation of technical and/or computer systems and offers advice and guidance during the implementation process.
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Provides technical assistance of software applications.
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Reviews and analyzes reports and performance indicators to locate code problems and corrects errors by modifying or correcting code.
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Responds to incoming requests from business areas to design, build, maintain or repair reports and applications.
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Troubleshoots and analyzes technical problems associated with local applications.
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Writes and reviews technical specifications for programs and/or systems.
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Writes and updates computer and/or server application programs.
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Writes programs and/or queries for spreadsheet or database software to create reports and import/export data.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
3 years of experience in systems analysis, application systems support, or related work experience. (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.
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems
Experience with AI related technologies such as generative AI or machine learning AI
Experience with the following: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Copilot Studio, Google Gemini Enterprise
Experience building and/or maintaining chatbots or large language models
Experience with programming languages such as Python
Experience with Azure or Google cloud platforms
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IT/IS software and hardware development methodologies and standards
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Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related technologies
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Applicable computer software applications and hardware
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Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
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Maintaining effective working relationships with others
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Scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing computer programs/systems
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Troubleshooting computer systems
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Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data
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Communicating technical information effectively
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Using and supporting applicable computer systems
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Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
Job: Information Technology
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Aug 18, 2026, 10:31:31 AM
Unposting Date: Sep 2, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
State Job Title/s: Systems Analyst V
State Job Code/s: 0256
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
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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.
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