Transportation Specialist V - Rail Div

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex schedules

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Specialist V in the Rail Division, based at the Austin headquarters. The role requires strong project and contract management skills, with a solid working knowledge of procurement, to oversee rail-related contracts and programs.

Eligible candidates will have extensive experience in transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, and bridge inspection, along with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 5 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide on-call rail contracts for signing and striping; oversee Rail Grade Crossing inventory.
• Manage railroad fuel cell projects and PEPS-related work authorizations.
• Provide technical guidance on contract administration and project coordination across districts.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Procurement knowledge

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Specialist V - Rail Div (2602640)

Job Description

Transportation Specialist V - Rail Div - ( 2602640 )

TxDOT's Rail Division is looking for a Transportation Specialist V based in the Austin-Stassney Headquarters. We are looking for someone with excellent project and contract management skills and a solid working knowledge in 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

: 75,000.00

Maximum Salary

: 92,000.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 flexible 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 viewbenefitsavailable to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefitsat a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

• Leads the statewide on-call rail contracts for signing and striping and installation of conduit and cable. Oversees 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 governmental officials and railroad companies. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
• Serve as lead worker
• 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 and replanking projects.
• Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors perform in accordance with plans, specifications and contract requirements.
• 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.
• Plans, develops, administers and monitors relevant contracts and service agreements.
• Prioritizes and schedules projects.
• Provides technical assistance in resolving construction problems related to contract administration.
• Serves as program coordinator responsible for oversight and coordination of highly advanced engineering/architectural projects from initiation to completion.
• Coordinates programs and projects to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.
• Develops and monitors budgets.
• Ensures compliance with specifications for devices; safety laws, rules, and regulations; and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Provides advice and information on railroad operations relating to highways and traffic safety and may participate in related research and development activities.
• Trains and makes training-related recommendations to staff on new operations.
• 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.

Experience: 5 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

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

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
• - Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• - 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.

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.

Job

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Oct 8, 2026, 7:45:58 PM

Unposting Date

Oct 27, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist VI State Job Code/s : 2132

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.