Business Operations Project Manager III - Public Transportation Division na Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)

TxDOT Public Transportation Division is looking to find a highly-motivated project manager to oversee and lead staff responsible for managing statewide federal and state funds for over $1.2B in Federal Transit Administration and Federal Highway Administration finances in multiple budget accounts. Responsibilities include ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in federal and state accounting systems, preparing reports to division leadership and program managers, preparation of and monitoring of division budgets, and department financial coordination and reporting.  Provide subject matter expertise and leadership in the development, testing and implementation of financial elements for two electronic grant management systems for Statewide transit and bicycle/pedestrian projects. Requires extensive coordination internally and externally with Federal and State leaders, professional staff, auditors, consultants, and agencies across Texas.

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EAt TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: %3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3ERetirement Plans%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EAlternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EPaid Leave and Holidays%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EOn-the-Job Training%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3ETuition Assistance Program%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EHolistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3ECareer Development and Advancement Opportunities%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EFamily-Friendly Policies and Programs %3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EIn 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.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3EFor a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:%26nbsp;%3Ca href=%22https://ftp.txdot.gov/pub/txdot/hrd/total-compensation.pdf%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener%22%3ETotal Compensation Package%3C/a%3E%3Cbr%3ETo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: %3Ca href=%22https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener%22%3EBenefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)%3C/a%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E
*!%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EPerforms advanced and highly complex project management work. Leads complex and/or sensitive projects impacting organization, process, and technology. Work involves coordinating the planning and initiation of projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties. Plans, assigns, and/or leads the work of project team members. Serves in a lead role for other project managers in the unit. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EEssential Duties:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3EDirects, develops, implements, and evaluates plans to communicate and explain project status, direction, outcomes, and deliverables to stakeholders, interested groups, and team members.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3EDirects, develops, implements, and evaluates project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, and cost estimates and projections.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3EReviews and analyzes project performance and objectives to determine opportunities for improvement across personnel,%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E %3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3Eprocesses, and technology.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3ECompiles and distributes project information, status reports, and project budget expenditures.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3EIdentifies potential project impediments, risks, and issues; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid them.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3EMay serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3EMay train other employees%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%26quot;Arial%26quot;,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-font-kerning:0pt;%22%3EPerforms other job responsibilities as assigned.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;%22%3E%3Co:p%3E%3C/o:p%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E
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Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 6 years project management, process engineering and/or business process improvement methodologies. (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.

Licenses and Certifications:
•    May require certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or in one or more change management disciplines.

 

Competencies:

Extensive knowledge of

• Local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the administration of the project undertaken

• Transportation funding programs

   

Expert skill in

• Addressing changes in scope and budget

• Collecting and evaluating data and presenting to senior leadership

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

• Using computers and applicable computer software

Proficient skill in

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Ability to

• Analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues

• Identify project risks and gaps

• Establish project goals and objectives

• Manage project activities

• Prepare reports

 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

 

Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

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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

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The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

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