Planner I - V - (2601789)
Position Information
TxDOT's San Angelo District is looking for a Planner for the District Transportation Planning & Development Office. Job duties will include planning for the District's future roadway project needs, planning the District's future design consultant needs, maintaining project development schedules for the district's construction projects, and coordinating state and federally funded projects with local governments. This is an exciting and rewarding position as it helps deliver essential projects in our West Texas region. TxDOT offers a unique blend of professional challenge, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth and advancement, and work/life balance. Come be part of our team, apply now.
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
San Angelo is a vibrant city on the banks of the Concho River with a population of 100,000, yet still maintains a friendly small-town atmosphere. To learn more about the community and what it has to offer, check out these links:
https://www.discoversanangelo.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZndGQGTh42s
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on the applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Planner I: B18, $45,521 – $71,055 annually
Planner II: B20, $51,158 – $81,351 annually
Planner III: B22, $57,614 – $93,138 annually
Planner IV: B24, $65,104 – $106,634 annually
Planner V: B26, $76,530 – $129,430 annually
Minimum Salary: 45,521.00
Maximum Salary: 129,430.00
Anticipated Starting Salary :$58,000 - $102,000 annually
Pay Basis: Yearly
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations: San Angelo District Hdqtr 4502 KNICKERBOCKER ROAD San Angelo 76904
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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
Planner I: Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Planner II: Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Planner III: Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Planner IV / V: Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects. Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Essential Duties
Planner I essential duties include:
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Assists departmental staff on administrative, technical and regulatory aspects of planning.
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Assists in developing and implementing short-range and long-range local and statewide plans and projects.
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Assists with budget preparation; monitors and estimates future costs.
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Conducts Program Development Meetings with sponsors to identify requirements, exchange information and keep informed on the status of projects.
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Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects.
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Provides general information and support to governmental officials, sponsors, users and the public.
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Reviews, evaluates and responds to requests from sponsors for state and federal improvement funds.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Planner II essential duties include those listed above and:
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Develops, and implements short and long-range local and statewide plans and projects.
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Develops and monitors statistical performance measures.
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Administers the public transportation grant program.
Planner III essential duties include all those listed above and:
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Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs and/or transportation projects.
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Represents the Department at local, state and federal levels.
Planner IV essential duties include all those listed above and:
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Coordinates analysis activities and monitors state and federal transportation related issues potentially having a broad impact on departmental activities and develops or oversees development of assessment reports.
Planner V essential duties include all those listed above and:
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Analyzes state and regional transportation, logistics and supply chain systems.
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Assists with the development and updating of departmental policies and procedures relating to specific program(s) or business area(s).
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Serves as a planning and programming resource for the department, other state agencies, regional and local agencies, port districts and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in transportation planning, urban planning, engineering, business admin or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Planner I: 1 year planning or research analysis experience.
Planner II: 2 years planning or research analysis experience.
Planner III: 3 years planning, research or legislative analysis-related activities.
Planner IV: 4 years planning, research or legislative analysis-related activities.
Planner V: 5 years planning, research or legislative analysis-related activities.
(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.
Competencies:
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Applicable analysis methodologies
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Statistical analysis methodologies and reporting procedures
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Forecasting methodologies
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Modeling principals and practices
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Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing and implementing database management systems and related technologies
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Budgeting methods and procedures
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Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies and procedures
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Transportation funding programs
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather bot not temperature changes
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Subject to noise and vibration
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Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
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Standing - prolonged periods of time
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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
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Visual Acuity - determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
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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.
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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.
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Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.
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Required to work weekends and holidays.
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Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
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Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
Job: Plan/Aviation/Pub Trans/Legis
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Aug 11, 2026, 3:26:29 PM
Unposting Date: Aug 28, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
State Job Title/s: Planner I/II/III/IV/V
State Job Code/s: 0516/0517/0518/0519/0520
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
