Railroad Program Coordinator - Rail Div.

Txdot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave+

Job summary

TxDOT's Rail Division is seeking a Railroad Program Coordinator based in the Austin-Stassney HQ. The role requires excellent project and contract management skills and a solid understanding of procurement.

The position emphasizes work-life balance with a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include overseeing statewide rail contracts, managing grade crossing inventories, and coordinating with government officials and railroad companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, urban planning, business admin, or public administration; experience may substitute for degree on a year per year basis.
• 5 years administering technical programs (full-time or prorated part-time).
• Valid driver’s license; must drive a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide on-call rail contracts for signing and striping.
• Oversee Rail Grade Crossing inventory.
• Manage railroad fuel cell projects.
• Assist with statewide implementation of federal/state funded highway/rail projects.
• Coordinate with government officials and railroad companies.
• Represent the Department at conferences and public meetings.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Procurement knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, urban planning, business admin, public admin

Job description

Position Information

TxDOT's Rail Division is looking for a Railroad Program Coordinator based in the Austin-Stassney Headquarters. We are looking for someone with excellent project and contract management skills and a solid working knowledge of Procurement.

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 flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Minimum Salary

61,184.00

Maximum Salary

99,658.00

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

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)

Leads the statewide on-call rail contracts for signing and striping and installation of conduit and cable. Oversee the Rail Grade Crossing inventory. Manage the railroad fuel cell projects. Assist as needed with the statewide implementation of federal and state funded programs and projects for highway/rail intersections and railroad-related joint operations. Work requires extensive contact with government officials and railroad companies. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervised and assume direct accountability for the work product.

• Leads the statewide on-call contracts that involves the statewide contract for on-call to install interconnection conduit, cable, etc. between the railroad signal house and the traffic signal house for both on and off-system crossings and/or intersections, and Statewide contract for signing and striping of railroad crossing both on and off system in support of Category 8 projects.
• Directs the Rail Grade Crossing inventory, which includes being the project manager for the PEPS consulting contract and ensure the data integrity of the TRIMS and FRA railroad crossing inventory files.
• Oversees development and negotiation of railroad agreements for railroad fuel cell projects and assist with the management of PEPS work authorizations for Section 130 projects.
• Oversees projects for installation of railroad signals at public grade crossings and replacement of railroad grade crossing surfaces; assists in managing related budgetary activities.
• Performs railroad crossing corridor studies.
• Provides advice and information on railroad operations relating to highways and traffic safety and may participate in related research and development activities.
• Represents the Department at conferences and public meetings on rail/highway activities.
• Reviews and coordinates highway construction projects involving replacement and additions of railroad crossings, separations, signals and other facilities with districts/divisions, railroad companies and governmental agencies.
• Reviews legislation affecting railroad-related issues and provides impact statements.
• Serves as liaison between districts, communities and railroad companies and assists in planning and developing highway/rail signal construction projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, urban planning, business admin, public admin. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis

Experience

5 years administering technical programs. (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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of procurement work related experience
• Extensive knowledge of:
  • Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
  • Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
  • Railroad signal systems design and pavement markings
  • Railroad operations
  • Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies and procedures
  • Contract development and oversight
  • Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Considerable knowledge of:
  • Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
  • Budgeting methods and procedures
• Expert skill in:
  • Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Proficient skill in:
  • Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
  • Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
  • Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
  • Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
  • Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
  • Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files and reports
  • Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively
  • Interpreting applicable information
  • The use and support of personal computers and peripheral equipment
  • Interpreting and analyzing legislation, rules, and regulations
• Other Attributes:
  • Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Standing for prolonged periods of time.

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

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.