Position InformationTxDOT's Beaumont District is looking for a Special Projects Coordinator I, II or III to work in our District Maintenance Office located in Beaumont, Texas. In this role, you will assist with budget tracking, MMS and other maintenance functions. If you are looking to build an exciting career that is also rewarding and offers great benefits, this could be the position for you!Physical Work Location: 8350 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX, 77708Salary Pln/Grade:Special Projects Coordinator I (B19): $48-244 - $76,028/yearlySpecial Projects Coordinator II (B21): $54,278 - $87,046/yearlySpecial Projects Coordinator III (B23): $61,184 - $99,658/yearlyThe Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on based on the applicant's work experience, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Benefits and PerksAt TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
- 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. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position DescriptionPerforms complex professional, administrative and/or consultative work in support of a program or project. Work involves coordinating the planning, development, and implementation of goals, objectives, guidelines, procedures, schedules, priorities and/or methods for achieving program or project goals. Work requires extensive contact with department management, and external governmental agencies or organizations. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties:Special Pojects Coordinator I:
- Assists in planning, preparing and coordinating special meetings, workshops and conferences
- Assists in the review, development and interpretation of policies and procedures
- Assists in long and short-range strategic planning or modeling activities
- Conducts program or project analyses and develops and recommends solutions/methods to increase productivity/efficiencyand/or streamline operations
- Evaluates statistical data and interprets results; prepares reports on program and/or project activities
- Performs budget-related review, planning and development activities.
- Interprets and disseminates legislative information and/or prepares operational and financial impact analyses oflegislative proposals.
- Prepares sensitive and high-level correspondence and administrative or technical reports.
- Serves as point of contact and/or liaison for programs or special projects with other departmental staff, governmentalentities and/or the public.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Special Projects Coordinator II and III:The above mentioned and:
- Oversees planning, preparation and coordination of special meetings, workshops and conferences.
- Oversees strategic long- and short-range planning or modeling activities.
- Conducts program or project analyses and develops and recommends solutions/methods to increase productivity/efficiency
- Evaluates statistical data and interprets results; prepares reports on program and/or project activities.
- Develops contract requirements or specifications in support of programs or projects.
- Prepares sensitive and high-level correspondence and administrative or technical reports.
Minimum Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration, or a related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsExperience:Special Projects Coordinator I: 3 years business analysis, project or program administration, or related experience. (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.Special Projects Coordinator II: 4 years business analysis, project or program administration, or related experience. (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.Special Projects Coordinator III: 5 years business analysis, project or program administration, or related experience. (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: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Competencies:Special Projects Coordinator I-III:
- Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures
- Generally accepted accounting principles, procedures, and terminology
- Budgeting methods and procedures
- Contract negotiation, development and management methods
- Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listeningtechniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner
- Facilitating groups using effective communications methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives,staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and plannedactions
- Research and analysis methodologie
- Meeting deadlines
- Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recordingmeeting notes, record keeping and records managemen
- Evaluating technical and financial information
- Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- 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
- Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
- 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)