Advanced Transportation Planning Supervisor

About the role

Oversees the development of transportation planning functions in a metropolitan district. Manages a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees engaged in transportation planning activities. Work requires contact with governmental officials and the public. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

This position is directly responsible for and oversees the District's planning staff and serves as a TXDOT representative with multiple agencies and entities throughout the region. This role helps shape and monitor the Houston District's long-range plan in coordination with the Metropolitan Planning Organization. A successful candidate will be able to communicate clearly and effectively, plan work efficiently, and be self-motivated. This role has the opportunity to influence the entire region as we work with our partners to improve our transportation system.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates development of the Unified Work Program with MPOs and monitors expenditures of federal planning funds.
• Develops and monitors the transportation planning budget.
• Oversees district participation in development, coordination, and implementation of the Unified Transportation Program, the State Transportation Plan, and action plans for specific projects.
• Oversees long-range and short-range transportation planning and coordinates with Regional Mobility Authorities/Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) to develop the annual Transportation Improvement Program and Metropolitan Transportation Plans.
• Oversees the administration of public transportation grants and related programs.
• Oversees urban transportation planning including land use and population inventories, travel demand modeling, drafting and graphics, map preparation, and highway performance monitoring.
• Represents the district at various meetings and public hearings.
• Serves as liaison between the Federal Highway Administration and MPOs on matters impacting urban transportation planning programs.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Transportation planning, public transportation, or engineering. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year-per-year basis.
• Five years of experience in transportation planning. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent). Related graduate-level education may be substituted for experience on a year-per-year basis.
• Three years of supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of:
  • State, county, and local government operations and metropolitan planning organizations or regional mobility authorities affecting highway and transportation development and operations.
  • Budgeting methods and procedures.
  • Applicable contract/grant/funding/project/program processes, policies, and procedures.
• Expert skill in:
  • 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 external.
  • Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities.
  • Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data.
  • Managing financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals.
  • Delegating both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• 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.
• 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. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

Benefits

• 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. For a complete list of the total compensation package, visit the TxDOT website. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees, visit Benefits at a Glance.

Schedule

Full-time, regular employee status.