Strategic Management Analyst III, or IV- STR Division - Austin, TX

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Management Analyst to join their innovative team in Austin, TX. This role involves leading the Technology Pilot Program, assessing emerging technologies, and collaborating with transportation professionals statewide. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in management analysis and strategic planning, contributing to initiatives that enhance transportation efficiency across Texas. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will significantly impact the future of transportation in the state.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 4-5 years experience in management and data analysis.
• Experience can be substituted with graduate-level education.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects, establish performance targets, and manage strategic planning.
• Analyze laws and industry trends to enhance program effectiveness.

Skills

Management Analysis

Data Analysis

Program Management

Strategic Planning

Organizational Change Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Job description

Job Description - Strategic Management Analyst III, or IV- STR Division - Austin, TX (2500793)

Are you passionate about the thought of innovation? Do you want to be part of an exciting team that is managing and leading the effort in assessing and piloting new and innovative technologies for transportation projects and initiatives for our agency?

TxDOT's Strategic Initiatives and Innovation (STR) Division is looking for a Strategic Management Analyst III or IV based in Austin, TX. As a Strategic Management Analyst III or IV, you will aide in delivering the Innovation Section's Technology Pilot Program which includes providing support in conducting emerging technology assessments, procuring and piloting selected transportation-related technologies, as well as provide support in implementing and scaling these selected technologies throughout our great state of Texas. You will also be responsible for providing support for delivering our Innovative Transportation in Texas Program as well as other initiatives identified for our section of STR. This work will require collaboration with both district and division transportation professionals and subject matter experts located throughout our agency statewide.

This position is based at our TxDOT headquarters in South Austin.

Salary Range

Strategic Management Analyst III - B25: $69,572.00 - $114,099.00
Strategic Management Analyst IV - B27: $84,182.00 - $142,374.00

Minimum Salary

$69,572.00

Maximum Salary

$142,374.00

Pay Basis

Yearly

FLSA Status

Exempt

Work Locations

Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job, 40 Hours a Week, Onsite

Minimum Qualifications:

Strategic Management Analyst III:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline.
• 4 years experience in management analysis, operations management, data analysis, program management, organizational change management, strategic planning, or 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.

Strategic Management Analyst IV:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline.
• 5 years experience in management analysis, operations management, data analysis, program management, organizational change management, strategic planning, or 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Project Management Professional (PMP)

Responsibilities:

Strategic Management Analyst III:

• Serves as a project leader.
• Establishes performance targets and measures results through comparative analysis.
• Manages the strategic planning process and oversees the long-range strategic plan; establishes overall operating objectives and directs agency executive management in achievement of Department goals.
• Monitors and/or analyzes federal and state laws, rules, and regulations with potential impact on assigned functions.
• Analyzes agency processes, policy and legislation, industry trends to identify and recommend solutions to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
• Coordinates liaison work between divisions and districts to collect, share, and track information.
• Identifies, develops, and implements strategic enterprise initiatives, enterprise programs, and emerging technology.
• Develops communication and organizational change management plans.
• Analyzes emerging technology and data tools for agency-wide application and implementation.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Strategic Management Analyst IV:

• All the Above and:
• May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage.
• Directs the development of metrics and dashboards, and report preparation designed to convey program performance measures.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words.

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 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.