Traffic Data (Field Operations) Planner II, or III - TPP Division - Austin, TX

Turn your analytical skills into a career that helps keep Texas moving! The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is looking for a motivated Traffic Data Planner who wants to grow professionally while contributing to the quality traffic data used to support statewide transportation decisions. You’ll work with a collaborative, high-performing team and gain experience in traffic data analysis, advanced data collection, innovative databases, contracts, GIS, CAD, and other evolving technologies. Knowledge of Python, FME, SQL, or ArcGIS is a plus. If you're looking for a career where you can expand your technical skills, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to data-driven decisions that make a difference, we encourage you to explore this opportunity with TxDOT.

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• Field Operations Planner II - B20 - Salary Range $65,000.00 - $70,000.00
• Field Operations Planner III - B22 - Salary Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00

****The Texas 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, and based on business needs.

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)
 

Field Operations Planner II:

Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs, traffic data collection contracts, and department maps using ArcGIS and TxDOT’s Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System (STARS II). Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Work requires duties in heavy traffic and statewide travel. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Field Operations Planner III:

Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs, traffic data collection contracts, and department maps using ArcGIS and TxDOT’s Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System (STARS II). Work requires contact with departmental managers, high-level executives, governmental/university officials and/or private entities. Work requires duties in heavy traffic and statewide travel. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Field Operations Planner II:

• Coordinates planning projects involving districts, division, various public transportation interests, research endeavors with universities, other agencies, and/or local and statewide plans and projects.
   
• Develops and implements short and long-range local and statewide plans and projects.
   
• Develops and monitors statistical performance measures for data, including inventory control of regulated and hazardous materials, using FME and SQL.
   
• Develops and maintains traffic count, site location, databases, site drawings, and procedures using TxDOT's Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System (STARS II), ArcGIS, and CAD software.
   
• Evaluates consultant and vendor performance for contractual compliance.
   
• Monitors and analyzes activities of assigned functional areas and provides information that may impact them.
   
• Performs planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs, traffic data collection projects, transportation projects, and department maps, including training.
   
• Visits assigned areas to participate in planning program development and implementation. 
   
• Works with consultants, vendors, and other entities.
   
• Responsible for annual highway and county road traffic count program. Travels in state vehicle and uses public transportation to perform traffic data collection activities.
   
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 

Field Operations Planner III:

All The Above and:

• Performs complex planning and programming activities in support of management-related programs, traffic data collection projects, transportation projects, and department maps including TxDOT's Traffic Data Collection Programs and use of ArcGIS, CAD software, and TxDOT's Statewide Traffic Analysis and Reporting System (STARS II). 

Field Operations Planner II:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes. 
   
• Subject to noise. 
   
• Subject to vibration. 
   
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. 
   
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand. 
   
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words. 
   
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication. 
   
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.

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.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

• 2 years Planning, Research, GIS, or data analysis-related activities. 

• Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent

• Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Safety Impact Certificate

Field Operations Planner III:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Safety Impact Certificate

• 3 years Planning, Research, GIS, or data analysis-related activities. 

• Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent

• Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications 

Field Operations Planner II:

• Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies, and procedures
   
• Statistical analysis methodologies and reporting procedures
   
• Concepts, techniques and tools used in planning, designing, and implementing database management systems and related technologies
   
• Policy development methodologies and procedures
   
• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
   
• Researching, evaluating, and interpreting complex information
   
• Planning, coordinating, and handling multiple projects within area of responsibilities to meet short and long term deadlines
   
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
   
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
   
• Collaborates and cooperates with others and builds effective working relationships with internal and external members to accomplish organizational goals

Field Operations Planner III:

All The Above and:

• Policy development methodologies and procedures
   
• Planning methods, techniques, and strategies