Program Specialist I

Program Specialist I

The Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) is an agency of the State of Texas and member of The Texas A&M University System. For 7 5 years, TTI has addressed complex transportation challenges and opportunities with innovation, objectivity, and unmatched technical expertise. Our staff delivers excellence, value and thought leadership to ensure our research sponsors achieve their goals.

Our Vision - TTI leads in the creation of knowledge that transforms transportation for the benefit of society.

Our Mission - TTI delivers practical, innovative and sustainable solutions to improve the movement of people, data and goods through research, education and technology transfer.

Our Work Environment

• Entrepreneurial culture
• Affiliation with Texas A&M University students and faculty
• Ability to work with nationally recognized experts
• Ability to help train the next generation of transportation professionals
• Premier office and research facilities and equipment
• Accredited laboratories and safety proving ground
• Outstanding research support services
• Hybrid work environment/telecommuting
• Flexible work hours
• Family friendly
• High staff retention rates
• Leadership development and wellness programs
• Data allowance and home office equipment reimbursements
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)
• Tuition reimbursement program (if eligible)

TTI employees can choose from several health coverage options offered by The Texas A&M University System for themselves and their families, as well as numerous other benefit programs.

Your primary duty station will be TTI Dallas, located at 12700 Park Central, Suite 1000, Dallas, Texas 75251. The salary range for position is commensurate. Final salary will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications and experience.

Job Summary

The Program Specialist I, under general supervision, is responsible for providing specialized, administrative, and program support at the TTI Dallas office. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding and satisfactory performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Creates and delivers high-quality research reports, proposals, and other complex documents. (40%)
• Serves in the role of Urban Office Liaison for the Dallas Urban Office, delivering administrative support to supervisors and partnering with Facilities, Human Resources, and Information Technology to foster a collaborative environment. Identifies and problem solves for logistics and office operations. (20%)
• Provides administrative and program support to the Air Quality and Environment Division. (15%)
• Monitors and audits project financials, expenses, and effort allocation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficient resource utilization. (15%)
• Develops and continuously improves operational procedures. (5%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• No prior experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and email applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in administrative or research support.
• Associate's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related work experience in a business environment or administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database applications.
• Prior experience with editing of technical reports, proposal response assistance, and presentation development, 508 compliance.

Other Requirements or Other Factors:

• Due to the nature of this position, physical presence in main suite is required Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. and Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform common office functions.
• Ability to frequently communicate with other individuals within the workplace.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.