Director of District Operations - TXDOT : Job Details

Job Description - Director of District Operations (2502241)

Job Description

Director of District Operations - ( 2502241 )

Position Information

Responsible for management and control of all 25 TxDOT Districts.The Director of District Operations directs and coordinates the department's operations to ensure the state's transportation system is built and operates in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.This position requires regular travel, typically, but not limited to,3-4 days per week, depending on business needs.Flexibility is essential, as travel schedules will vary week to week.

Minimum Salary: 180,453.00Maximum Salary: 305,191.00Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status : ExemptWork Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744Other Locations: UST-Texas-Austin, UST-Texas-San Antonio, UST-Texas-Laredo, UST-Texas-Atlanta, UST-Texas-Pharr, UST-Texas-Childress, UST-Texas-Yoakum, UST-Texas-Wichita Falls, UST-Texas-Mesquite, UST-Texas-Waco, UST-Texas-Paris, UST-Texas-Bryan, UST-Texas-Tyler, UST-Texas-El Paso, UST-Texas-Lubbock, UST-Texas-Corpus Christi, UST-Texas-Amarillo, UST-Texas-Abilene, UST-Texas-Odessa, UST-Texas-San Angelo, UST-Texas-Houston, UST-Texas-Brownwood, UST-Texas-Beaumont, UST-Texas-Lufkin, UST-Texas-Fort WorthTravel: Yes, 75 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Location Flexibility : Onsite Location Flexibility Details : This position can be housed at any of the 25 TxDOT District Headquarters.

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 PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Assists in directing, managing and implementing Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) district operations to includepolicies, programs and operating strategies in a manner consistent with federal and state laws and regulations and directivesissued by the Commission. Reports directly to the Chief Engineer. Assists in overseeing and coordinating urban and rural districtoperations to ensure the Department operates in an efficient and effective manner. Recommends policy, procedures, staffing andfunding required to execute agency programs. Work requires extensive travel and extensive contact with high-level executives,governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level perform work at the highest level of discretion andindependent judgment and are responsible for final outcome.

• As directed, represents the agency before the Legislature and the Legislative Budget Board.
• As directed, represents the agency with international, federal, state and private entities and the general public to exchange information, address concerns, coordinate activities and comply with laws and regulations.
• Assists in developing recommendations to be submitted with the Commission's biennial report of their work to the Governor and the Legislature.
• Assists in directing the long-range and short-range planning process for the metro, urban and rural districts; establishes overall operating objectives and directs district executive managers in achievement of Department goals.
• Directs and reviews the performance of Metro, Urban and Rural District Engineers in support of the operations of the Department.
• Executes special assignments as directed.
• Provides information for formulating plans and policies for the location, construction and maintenance of a comprehensive highway system and for other public transportation needs.
• Provides information on technical merits of programs, appropriation of resources, transportation issues and agency programs and policies.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering.

Experience:

• 8 years in engineering management in the transportation field. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent).
• Must have 5 years management experience, which includes at least three years in an executive or senior management position.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.*

*Professional engineers licensed in another state, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.

Knowledge of:

• Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development.
• Establishing project performance measures, communicating and formalizing performance measures and driving performance to accomplish key program measures
• Fiscal planning and management practices.
• Policy development methodologies and procedures.
• District operations including planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation of transportation systems.

Skill in:

• Communicating vision and direction clearly, concisely and effectively
• Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines
• Researching, analyzing and solving complex technical, operational and managerial issues
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Planning, monitoring, and coordinating multiple projects and program activities; evaluating results; and making necessary adjustments to meet short and long term deadlines
• Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Developing and giving presentations
• Interpreting and analyzing legislation, rules, and regulations
• Collaborating and cooperating with others to build effective working relationships with internal and external members to accomplish organizational goals
• Supervising professional and technical staff, establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

State Job Title/s : Deputy Director III State Job Code/s : 1632

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.

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.

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