Transportation Funding Specialist II or III- Traffic Safety Division

Job Description - Transportation Funding Specialist II or III- Traffic Safety Division (2601296) Position Information If you are someone who excels at working across multiple state and local organizations, program management and want to support programs to save lives across Texas, we want to talk to you! Join us and you will gain valuable experience in grants management, community outreach and communication as well as supporting your teammates across the state. TxDOT's Traffic Safety Division is looking for a Transportation Funding Specialist II based in Beaumont, TX. We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk! Minimum Salary $48,244.00 Maximum Salary $87,046.00 Pay Basis Yearly Work Locations Beaumont District Headquarters 8350 EASTEX FREEWAY Beaumont 77708 Travel & Shift Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time. Shift: Day Job. Shift Details: 40. Location Flexibility: Onsite. Benefits and Perks 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) Job Overview As part of a dynamic team of professionals working together, the ideal candidate develops, implements, administers, and markets a comprehensive Traffic Safety Program in the TxDOT Beaumont district. They will administer state and federal transportation funded programs to local law enforcement agencies and community organizations to address traffic safety issues in their community. This position oversees contracts, grants, projects, and programs to include application, approval, reimbursements, monitoring, audits, and close‑out. Work requires contact with governmental agencies and special interest groups and the public to develop, administer and manage programs to save lives by reducing traffic crashes, injuries, and deaths. This position will also maintain local community participation and involvement through coalition building to educate the public about traffic safety. Candidates will acquire and maintain Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician Certification, will continue education training necessary for recertification, and will provide CPS technician services to local communities as part of the duties of this position. This position involves participation in community outreach events such as, but not limited to, safety fairs, car seat checks, and other events specific to the local community. Employees at this level must be self-starters, establish their own work plans and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence. Responsibilities Develop, implement, administer, and market a data-driven comprehensive Traffic Safety Program by establishing and maintaining community participation through coalition building in the corresponding counties in the TxDOT Beaumont district. Promote community participation in highway safety initiatives and grant funding opportunities. Administer assigned projects, grants, and contracts to include analyzing, processing, negotiating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating project’s scope of work, budget, expenditures, objectives, related activities, and deliverables to include site visits to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Review and approve project performance reports, requests for reimbursements, and invoices in accordance with grant or contract terms and conditions, applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures and within established deadlines. Make presentations, develop speeches, conduct, and coordinate meetings, seminars, and workshops on applicable programs for various community stakeholders. Manage a Public Information and Education (PI&E) program by coordinating and participating in traffic safety campaigns, to include local and statewide media events and proactively working with District and Division Public Information Offices. Serve as liaison and contact in area(s) of expertise. Keep abreast of and ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards pertaining to programs. Develop and give presentations, expand, and maintain community participation and interest through coalition building to educate the public to save lives by reducing crashes, injuries, and deaths. Perform other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education : Bachelor's Degree in transportation or business administration. 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. Experience : Transportation Funding Specialist II: 2 years grant funding administration, planning, budgeting or working with state or federal funding. Transportation Funding Specialist III: 3 years grant funding administration, planning, budgeting or working with state or federal funding. (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 Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician Certification – Candidates without certification will be required to attain the certification within 3 months of hire. Advanced communication skills addressing complex or sensitive matters. Independently resolves complex issues using sound judgment. Leads collaboration, models professionalism, courtesy, and respect. Facilitates positive working relationships across multiple functional areas, promoting open communication and strong team coordination in fast paced program environments. Required Competencies Effective written and oral communication skills Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders Strong organizational, time management and planning skills Strong leadership skills in Budgeting methods and procedures Applicable contract, grant, funding, project and program processes, policies, and procedures Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy and results, anticipating and adjusting for problems and roadblocks Critical thinking skills Public relations for maintaining engaging working relationships with individuals and stakeholders Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities Developing and giving presentations, expanding, and maintaining community participation and interest through coalition building to educate the public Additional Competencies (Transportation Funding Specialist III) Financial management and accounting systems Statistical analysis methodologies and reporting procedures Applicable computer systems and applications Traffic safety programs Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures, and terminology Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Investigative practices and procedures Collecting, sorting and compiling data Coordinating and scheduling activities/resources Interpreting applicable information Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Lifting/Carrying: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. Standing for prolonged periods of time Repetitive motion – substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, typing 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. Equal Opportunity Statement The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accommodation Statement 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 Act of 1990. #J-18808-Ljbffr