Construction Recordkeeper I,II,III - Kerrville Area Office

Join the Texas Department of Transportation as a Construction Recordkeeper I, II, or III in Kerrville, Texas. In this role you will maintain critical project records, process construction documentation, verify completed work, and support contract administration throughout the construction process. The position offers on‑the‑job training, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to transportation improvements that keep the Texas Hill Country connected.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with construction inspectors and contractor staff to ensure project records accurately reflect changes and agreements.
• Attend pre‑construction meetings to instruct contractor bookkeepers on record‑keeping procedures.
• Monitor contractors’ compliance with federal requirements related to Equal Employment Opportunity and wages.
• Oversee on‑the‑job training, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), and Small Business Enterprise (SBE) programs; submit required monthly reports.
• Prepare and submit monthly and final estimates; verify calculations against work logs and estimate forms before payments are made.
• Compose, review, and maintain correspondence, reports, supporting documents, and files.
• Process change orders, supplemental agreements, and extra work orders.
• Maintain filing structure for each construction project within the assigned area.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Construction Recordkeeper II additional duties: Train less experienced employees.
• Construction Recordkeeper III additional duties: Compose additional correspondence and reports, order supplies and equipment, and may serve as a lead worker or project leader.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Related college education or technical training may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Experience:
  • Recordkeeper I: No experience required.
  • Recordkeeper II: 1 year of experience in record keeping, bookkeeping, or related field (full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent).
  • Recordkeeper III: 4 years of experience in record keeping, bookkeeping, or related field (full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent).
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license; position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies

• Applicable testing methods, processes, and procedures
• Higher mathematics (algebra, trigonometry, geometry)
• Governmental policies and procedures
• Equal employment opportunity guidelines, DBE, HUB, SBE
• Writing, reviewing, and revising technical documents
• Reviewing plans for accuracy and compliance
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Training in classroom, office, or field environments
• Analyzing issues and developing logical solutions
• Reading and interpreting plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps
• Performing calculations using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry
• Using standard office equipment and computer applications
• Preparing and maintaining confidential records, files, and reports
• Communicating technical information effectively
• Maintaining safe and effective working relationships

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Sedentary work with occasional lifting of up to 10 lb and frequent lifting/carrying of objects up to 20 lb.
• Standing for prolonged periods; substantial wrist, hand, and finger motion.
• Close visual acuity for data, computer screens, and extensive reading.

Pay

• Construction Recordkeeper I (A16): $40,918 – $61,130 per year
• Construction Recordkeeper II (A18): $45,521 – $71,055 per year
• Construction Recordkeeper III (A20): $51,158 – $81,351 per year

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
• Recognition as a Best Place for Working Parents and Texas Mother‑Friendly Worksite

Schedule

Full‑time, regular employee status (non‑management).