Environmental Supervisor: Environmental Office (Austin District)

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100%

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation's Austin District Environmental Office seeks an Environmental Supervisor to lead a qualified team in Austin, TX. The role balances mobility, community needs and environmental responsibility while mentoring professionals and coordinating with partners.

Responsibilities include overseeing environmental studies, coordinating complex programs, and representing TxDOT with agencies at all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in archeology, geology, history, industrial safety/engineering or natural resources.
• 6 YEARS engineering, environmental, geosciences, natural resources, safety, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees environmental studies for clearance of transportation projects.
• Directs the design, coordination and monitoring of complex environmental programs.
• Represents the Department at local, state and federal levels.
• Meets with regulatory agencies to resolve issues.
• Provides guidance on environmental rules and public involvement procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in archeology, geology, history, industrial safety/engineering or natural resources

Job description

Job Description - Environmental Supervisor: Environmental Office (Austin District) (2602017)

Job Description

Environmental Supervisor: Environmental Office (Austin District) - ( 2602017 )

Position Information

The Texas Department of Transportation’sAustin District Environmental Officeis seeking a motivated and people-centeredEnvironmental SupervisorinAustin, TX. The supervisor will lead a dynamic team supporting transportation projects in one of Texas’s most vibrant and fast-growing regions. This role offers the opportunity to shape how environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and project delivery come together—while mentoring talented professionals and collaborating with local, state, and federal partners. The ideal candidate is a confident leader who values teamwork, clear communication, and delivering high-quality results that balance mobility, community needs, and environmental responsibility.

Why work in the Austin District? The Austin District offers the chance to work on complex, high‑profile projects at the intersection of growth, innovation, and environmental protection. With a collaborative culture, strong leadership support, and a region known for its quality of life, the Austin District is an ideal place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

Minimum Salary

84,182.00

Maximum Salary

142,374.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations

Austin District Headquarters 7901 NORTH IH 35 Austin 78753

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Hours, Monday - Friday 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)

This position s upervises a group of professional and technical employees engaged in conducting environmental studies for clearance of transportation projects in the Environmental Affairs Division or a metropolitan district. Work requires contact with governmental regulatory agencies and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Oversees the public involvement activities for a district.

Directs the design, coordination and monitoring of complex environmental programs, issues and mitigation with Department staff, state, federal, regulatory agencies and contracted professionals.

Keeps abreast of federal and state environmental laws, regulations policies and procedures.

Meets with regulatory agencies to resolve issues.

Oversees the effectiveness of projects/programs.

Oversees the review, analysis and coordination of environmental documentation and ensures compliance with applicable state and federal environmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Oversees/evaluates environmental impact of transportation activities including noise, air/water quality, wetlands, hazardous materials, socioeconomic, environmental justice, biological, geological, cultural or historic resources.

Participates in strategic planning, scheduling and makes recommendations concerning transportation and environmental projects/programs.

Plans, develops, recommends and implements environmental policies, procedures and guidelines.

Prepares and makes presentations.

Prepares, reviews and approves complex and sensitive correspondence/documents, reports and environmental assessments/impact statements/programmatic assessments.

Provides and approves guidance on environmental rules, regulations and public involvement procedures.

Provides high-level expertise in the areas of environmental studies and makes recommendations concerning environmental issues for transportation projects.

Represents the Department at local, state and federal levels.

Reviews consultant work and work orders

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in archeology, geology, history, industrial safety/engineering or natural resources. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 6 YEARS engineering, environmental, geosciences, natural resources, safety, or related 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.