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The Construction Division is a diverse team that allows a high volume of flexibility. We are in an exciting phase of development that allows employees the ability to grow and develop through various exciting tasks and duties. TxDOT's Construction Division is looking for an Education Coordinator. The ideal candidate would be someone who is looking to build a career with TxDOT while learning and growing within the Construction Division. There is definitely growth potential, so we’re looking for someone who can come in, be versatile, work well with the team, and have the desire to continue developing with us. The Construction Division is highly supportive of various internal training on our Peoplesoft system, the Tuition Assistance Program, Flexible Work schedules and accommodating start/end times. They will work with the Districts and other Divisions to create and provide Construction Recordkeeper training, and Project Auditor training in person and virtually statewide.
At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:
- Low Turnover
- Retirement Pension
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Paid Leave/Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
- On the Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
- Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement
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)
Oversees and coordinates the Construction Division (CST) education programs. Work involves providing technical and consultative assistance and support for agency staff regarding construction educational and training programs and ensuring program effectiveness and efficiency while achieving strategic objectives. Work may require contact with private or government entities and the public. 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:
- Develops evaluation strategies and tools to monitor program performance.
- Evaluates statistical data, interprets results and prepares reports on effectiveness of program activities.
- Identifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.
- Works with Federal Highway Administration representatives to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Develops specialized construction-related training courses to be delivered in multiple formats.
- As required, travels/drives to perform construction-related training at various locations and field sites.
- Reviews construction industry developments and makes recommendations for application to agency's construction/maintenance/inspection or associated training programs.
- Monitors and reports on the progress and schedule of the Construction training program/projects and communicates with stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties to ensure appropriate management of the program for the department.
- Responds to FHWA directives regarding need for specialized construction techniques or courses.
- Oversees multiple training projects with multiple stakeholders using instructional system design and project management methodologies.
- Coordinates the planning and implementing of training on specific programs, including classes, seminars and conferences.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: 5 years training or curriculum design, maintenance, construction inspection oversight, technical program management or mentorship and/or related technical related training (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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid driver’s license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
- Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
- Methods for reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with requirements
- Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
- Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
- Process improvement methodologies
- Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes
- Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Expert skill in
- Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively
Proficient skill in
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
- Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines
- Analyzing business, technical and managerial problems and developing, recommending and implementing effective solutions
- Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Ability to
- Work independently in a results oriented environment
Other Attributes
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
- Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision
- 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
- Sitting - prolonged periods of time
- Standing-prolonged periods of time
- Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
- Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
- Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication
- Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
- 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.
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/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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
