Transportation Funding Spec II/III - ELP HQ - ATP

Position Information

El Paso is experiencing amazing growth, and transportation challenges. Would you like to be part of a highly motivated planning and programming team that is making a difference in our tri-state and bi-national region? If you are, then we have a great opportunity for you. Apply for our Transportation Funding Specialist II or III position in El Paso Headquarters.

Salary Range for each Position:

Transportation Funding Specialist II - B19 - $48,244.00 - $76,028.00

Transportation Funding Specialist III - B21 - $54,278.00 - $87,046.00

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.

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)

Position Description

Transportation Funding Specialist II

Administers state and/or federal transportation funded programs. Oversees contracts/grants/projects/programs/lettings to include application, approval, procurement, payments, monitoring, audits, investigations, and/or close-out. Work requires contact with governmental agencies and/or special interest groups. 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.

Transportation Funding Specialist III

Administers state and/or federal transportation funded programs. Oversees contracts/grants/projects/programs/lettings to include application, approval, procurement, payments, monitoring, audits, investigations, and/or close-out. Work requires contact with governmental agencies and/or special interest groups. 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.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Funding Specialist II

• Analyzes highly complex applications and prepares and makes recommendations on program funding; advises. when contracts/grants/projects/programs/letting are approved, the status, funding matters and when funds become available.
• Coordinates the development of a district plan and activities or assists with the statewide plan in a division concerning a specialized program.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state requirements concerning program administration and management.
• Plans, develops and recommends program guidelines, policies, procedures, enhancements and methodologies.
• Reviews and edits highly complex project plans and estimates.
• Assists with the annual formulation of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), including verification of compliance with yearly apportionments.
• Keeps abreast of and ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards pertaining to programs.
• Maintains detailed program and project record.
• Processes data for input; maintains and verifies reports; and/or establishes and updates records.
• Ranks projects and/or determines project letting order based on federal and Department guidelines.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Funding Specialist III

• Participates in short-range and strategic planning.
• Prepares and analyzes advanced applications and prepares and makes recommendations on program funding; reviews and recommends contracts/grants/projects/programs/lettings.
• Reviews and edits advanced project plans and estimates.
• Assists with the annual formulation of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), including verification of compliance with yearly apportionments.
• Consults, coordinates and assists with programs/activities which include Department employees, state, federal, local entities, regulatory agencies and special interest groups.
• Coordinates the development of a district plan and activities or assists with the statewide plan in a division concerning a specialized program.
• Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards pertaining to programs.
• Keeps abreast of and ensures compliance with federal and state requirements concerning program administration and management.
• Maintains detailed program and project records.
• Plans, develops and recommends program guidelines, policies, procedures, enhancements and methodologies.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Transportation Funding Specialist II & III

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Transportation Funding Specialist II

Experience: *2 YEARS grant funding administration, planning, budgeting or working with state or federal funding.

(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis OR related graduate level education may be

substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Transportation Funding Specialist III

Experience: *3 YEARS grant funding administration, planning, budgeting or working with state or federal funding.

(Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis OR related graduate level education may be

substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Competencies:

Transportation Funding Specialist II

• Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures, and terminology.
• Highway letting programs.
• Developing and implementing programs.
• Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies.
• Mainframe systems and operations.
• Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedure.
• Budgeting methods and procedure.
• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results, anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and externa.
• Monitoring the status and progress of projects.

Transportation Funding Specialist III

• Budgeting methods and procedures.
• Financial management and accounting system.
• Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies and procedures.
• Highway letting programs.
• Developing and implementing program.
• Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies
• Applicable computer systems and application.
• Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
• Planning and coordinating workshops, seminars and task force activities.
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Transportation Funding Specialist II & III

• 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.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• 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)