ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION TECHNICAL SPECIALIST - 10202026-81894
State of Tennessee
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Job summary
The State of Tennessee's Department of Transportation seeks an Active Transportation Technical Specialist to support planning, policy, and project delivery for multimodal transportation. This role collaborates with state and local partners to advance safe walking, biking, and mobility initiatives across Tennessee.
The position requires a Bachelor's degree and offers a hybrid work schedule with opportunities to contribute to statewide programs like the Multimodal Access Grant Program and TAP,
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- 1 year of demonstrated competency for Specialist II.
- 2 years of demonstrated competency for Specialist III.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation and ongoing coordination of active transportation programs, including updating project tracking systems, reviewing applications, and developing reports.
- Support the development and refinement of the Statewide Active Transportation Plan and VRU Safety Assessment through data collection and stakeholder engagement.
- Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders on active transportation concepts, designs, and ADA compliance.
- Participate in project development activities alongside Project Teams, including reviewing multimodal elements in project plans and field visits.
Skills
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Job description
Opening Date/Time 10/20/2026 12:00AM Central Time
Opening Date/Time 10/20/2026 12:00AM Central Time
Closing Date/Time 11/02/2026 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly) $5,151.00 - $6,437.00
Salary (Annually) $61,812.00 - $77,244.00
Job Type Full-Time
City, State Location Nashville, TN
Department Transportation
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/Local-Programs-and-Community-Investments-Division-Community-Investments-Section-Active-Transport.pdf
Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study as may be outlined in the position description
Bachelor's Degree and 1 year of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description
The Tennessee 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, including business needs. Within 6 months of hire, employees must demonstrate successful mastery of corresponding work competencies and skill blocks of the Technical Specialist Competency Program for the level of worker for which they were hired. If skills and competencies are not met during that period, the employee can be demoted to the level of worker for which he/she is qualified.
- Professional licenses and/or certifications
- Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid for use in operating vehicles in the State of Tennessee
Any necessary special qualifications will be denoted in the position description.
The required KSACs for TDOT Technical Specialist I, II and III include:
- Knowledge of transportation engineering principles
- Knowledge of transportation finance principles
- Knowledge of contract development principles and applications
- Knowledge of technical report writing
- Ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
- Ability to manage time to ensure assignments are completed
- Ability to use critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions
- Ability to learn technical concepts and apply those concepts to the position responsibilities
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to conduct work with precision and a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to read and interpret project plans
- Skilled in the application of engineering principles
- Skilled in the application of transportation finance principles
- Skilled in the application of state and federal regulations to transportation projects
- Skilled in technical report writing
- Skilled in the development of contract principles and applications
- Ability to work in project teams
- Ability to maintain effective work relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
- Ability to manage time and prioritize work items to ensure project assignments are completed
- Ability to resolve conflicts, coach, and mentor others, and support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment
- Ability to analyze a process and offer actionable feedback for use in improving the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the existing process
- Incorporating overtime, weekends, and night shifts into their schedules as work schedules dictate
- Extended durations outdoors in extreme weather conditions
- Working in and around construction and vehicular traffic
- Walking on uneven terrain
- Climbing ladders and construction scaffolding
- Carrying equipment and samples in excess of 25 pounds
- Driving long distances as required to perform daily duties
- Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn
- Sitting for extended periods while driving or working on computers
- Standing for extended periods while working outdoors or in a laboratory setting
The Active Transportation Technical Specialist will support the administration and advancement of active transportation programs, policies, and projects that improve walking, bicycling, and personal mobility across Tennessee. This position will collaborate with internal and external partners to promote mobility, connectivity, accessibility, and safety for all roadway users.
The Technical Specialist will assist in implementing statewide programs such as the Multimodal Access Grant Program, the Pedestrian Road Safety Initiative (PRSI), the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), and the Active Transportation Plan. This role will also contribute to project delivery efforts by providing coordination and technical assistance during planning, development, and construction phases of multimodal infrastructure projects.
Working closely with other TDOT Divisions, Regions, consultants, and local partners, the Active Transportation Technical Specialist will support the delivery of high-quality transportation projects that align with state and federal requirements, TDOT policies, and industry best practices.
- Assist in the implementation and ongoing coordination of active transportation programs, including updating project tracking systems, reviewing applications, and developing reports.
- Support the development and refinement of the Statewide Active Transportation Plan and the Vulnerable Road User (VRU) Safety Assessment through data collection, stakeholder engagement, and action item follow-through.
- Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders on active transportation concepts, designs, and integration, including multimodal access, complete streets principles, and ADA compliance.
- Participate in project development activities alongside Project Teams, including reviewing multimodal elements in project plans, assessing feasibility of pedestrian and bicycle accommodations, and participating in field visits.
- Assist with the development and delivery of training materials and presentations on active transportation topics for TDOT staff, consultants, local agencies, and external partners.
- Support the quality assurance and performance evaluation of active transportation projects, ensuring alignment with federal and state guidelines and TDOT's performance goals.
- Stay informed on national best practices, emerging technologies, and industry trends related to active transportation and provide recommendations for program or policy updates.
- Assist with design standards, State of Tennessee laws, and federal regulations applicable to the development and maintenance of the transportation system. Assist with the development, implementation, and maintaining of statewide policies, procedures, and direction while considering input from federal agencies, state agencies, TDOT Regions and Divisions, and local governments.
- Assist in the engineering review, comments and revisions of construction plans for projects with TDOT active transportation inclusion.
- Serve as a liaison between TDOT and local communities, ensuring early and effective coordination on active transportation initiatives and local infrastructure projects.
- Coordinate with the Senior Technical Specialist in providing assistance working with local governments on state and federal aid projects to ensure multimodal access is considered, including project initiation, contract administration, project closeout and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.
- Assist in mentoring staff and perform quality control of the work of other employees.
- Ensure all data-related activities and critical documents are saved and follow a consistent set of rules and procedures statewide and are in alignment with TDOT performance objectives.
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