Job Information
Opening Date/Time
08/25/2026 12:00AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time
08/31/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly)
$7,458.00 - $9,697.00
Salary (Annually)
$89,496.00 - $116,364.00
City, State Location
Nashville, TN
Department
Transportation
LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is in the Asset Management Division - Transportation Data Systems - Data Governance Section.
For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/Asset-Management-Division-Transportation-Data-Systems-Section-Statewide-Technical-Specialist-V01.pdf
This position has a starting salary of $8,569 monthly / $102,828 annually.
This position is eligible to work from home two (2) days a week and must report to the office three (3) days, after an initial training period.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description,
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Master's 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:
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Professional licenses and/or certifications.
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Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid for use in operating vehicles in the State of Tennessee.
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Any necessary special qualifications will be denoted in the position description.
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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies, and Tools/Equipment.
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Skilled in the project delivery methods, including design/bid/build and alternative delivery.
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Skilled in state and federal regulations/requirements for development and construction of projects.
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Skilled in using critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions, independently.
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Skilled in advanced technical writing.
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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.
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Skilled in working on project teams.
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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.
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Skilled in the application of transportation finance principles.
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Skilled in the development of contract principles and applications.
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Skilled in the ability to identify and mitigate risk associated with transportation projects.
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Skilled in the ability to research and explore innovative technical concepts and develop applications for how to apply those concepts to transportation projects.
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Ability to research and explore innovative technical concepts and develop applications for how to apply those concepts to transportation projects.
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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.
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Ability to resolve conflicts, coach and motivate others, build high-performing teams, and create a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment.
Conditions of Employment
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Incorporating overtime, weekends, and night shifts into their schedules as work schedules dictate.
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Extended durations outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
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Working in and around construction and vehicular traffic.
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Walking on uneven terrain.
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Climbing ladders and construction scaffolding.
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Carrying equipment and samples in excess of 25 pounds.
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Driving long distances as required to perform daily duties.
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Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn.
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Sitting for extended periods while driving or working on computers.
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Standing for extended periods while working outdoors or in a laboratory setting.
Overview
The Statewide Data Governance Technical Specialist is pivotal in establishing and maintaining TDOT's comprehensive data governance framework. This position involves developing user-friendly tools, such as data dictionaries and metadata repositories, to ensure consistent and accessible data usage across departments. The Specialist collaborates with IT and stakeholders to implement secure, compliant software solutions that integrate seamlessly with TDOT systems, enabling effective data visualization, predictive analytics, and evidence-based decision-making.
The Statewide Data Governance Technical Specialist addresses complex data challenges and enhances asset management practices. This role involves conducting data quality initiatives and comprehensive analyses to ensure compliance with TDOT policies and legal requirements, focusing on data retention, auditing, and disaster recovery protocols. The specialist provides actionable insights to advance TDOT's statewide asset management strategies, aligning data management practices with departmental goals. Key responsibilities include training stakeholders and fostering collaborative relationships with internal and external teams. By improving the reliability, efficiency, and accessibility of TDOT's data systems, the specialist contributes to the agency'' operational excellence and long-term success.
Responsibilities
Establish and oversee a comprehensive data governance framework by developing and maintaining user-facing tools, including a data dictionary and metadata repository, to promote consistent and accessible data usage across departments. Ensure asset management data sets comply with TDOT policies and are effectively visualized through user-friendly and compliant front-end software solutions that enhance analytics and reporting capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data presentation for predictive and prescriptive analytics, enabling clear and actionable insights into asset management operations.
Collaborate with TDOT's IT department to develop and implement a strategic data management plan that ensures seamless integration of systems and data sets, secure and compliant back-end software tools, and protocols for data security, performance optimization, and interoperability, supporting reliable back-end operations and enabling efficient data flows for predictive analytics and decision-making.
Work collaboratively with TDOT's IT department to manage and optimize asset management systems by ensuring the acquisition and implementation of compliant software, seamless integration with enterprise platforms, and alignment with operational needs across departments. Coordinate with IT to oversee system security, performance, and accessibility administration, including granting and monitoring access rights.
Lead efforts to maintain high data quality by developing validation, auditing, and data cleansing protocols, proactively addressing data gaps and inconsistencies to ensure compliance with established data standards and TDOT AM policies.
Assist TDOT's AM Quality Management Section in developing data retention, policies, archiving, and disposal to ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Enforce developed retention policies while optimizing storage efficiency and backup processes. Collaborate with IT to establish and maintain disaster recovery protocols to safeguard critical data assets, ensuring resilience and continuity during potential disruptions.
Conduct comprehensive analyses of collected data to identify trends, performance gaps, and high-impact areas for strategic improvement. Develop detailed, data-driven reports and provide actionable recommendations to advance TDOT's data collection alignment to optimize performance. Facilitate decision-making by synthesizing data from multiple sources and supporting evidence-based enhancements to statewide asset management initiatives.
Collaborate with Headquarters and Regional Offices to assess and identify training needs for enhancing data collection processes, ensuring data accuracy, and supporting the implementation of standardized practices in alignment with the department's Asset Management objectives.
Coordinate with stakeholders to align data management practices with departmental goals, manage software access requests, provide governance policies and systems training, and liaise between IT and asset management teams to address data and system needs.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to project stakeholders by sharing relevant data, ensuring accessible and organized data information, practicing effective communication, and maintaining positive public relations. Respond promptly and accurately to inquiries from the public and department personnel.
