Transportation Specialist I or II - TP&D - Design

Join the TxDOT Laredo District as a Transportation Specialist I/II and help deliver projects that keep Texas connected, moving, and growing. Located in one of the nation’s busiest inland ports, the Laredo District plays a vital role in supporting international trade, freight movement, and the transportation needs of communities across South Texas. From transportation planning and project development and design of infrastructure improvements, you'll contribute to projects that make a lasting impact on the region and the traveling public.

At TxDOT, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, collaborate with local governments, consultants, and industry partners, and gain valuable experience across a wide range of transportation programs. Whether you're building your career or advancing your expertise, you'll have opportunities to lead meaningful projects, solve complex challenges, and help shape the future of transportation in South Texas. Join a team where your work matters and where every project helps keep Texas moving forward. 

Salary Range for each position level
Transportation Specialist I  B19, $48,244 - $76,028
Transportation Specialist II B20, $51,158 - $81,351

****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)

Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving design, building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance of highways and facilities, or bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving multiple design and/or building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance of highways and facilities, or bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor

• Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects.
• Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Provides technical expertise and coordination of transportation programs in a district or division.
• Coordinates and performs interim and final inspections to identify deficiencies.
• Coordinates compilation of complete plan packages for submission to the responsible engineer or architect for review and signature.
• Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.

• Reviews and oversees plan packages submitted by consultants.

   

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

   

Additional duties for Transportation Specialist II:

• Reviews and revises Plans, Specifications & Estimates and project designs from district.
• Evaluates and analyzes design issues.
• Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development.
• Develops site layouts utilizing engineering workstations and software.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
   

• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Competitive bid processes, rules and regulations
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements
• Quality assurance and control processes and procedures

• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements

   

• Applicable analysis methodologies

   

• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

Additional competencies for Transportation Specialist II:

• Budgeting methods and procedures
• Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• 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.
   

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.

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