Program Services Section Director - Public Transportation Division

Job Description - Program Services Section Director - Public Transportation Division (2503298)

TxDOT’s Public Transportation Division is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated professional to direct the division’s program services operations and staff. As Section Director for Program Services, you will report directly to the Division Director and coordinate closely with other Division leaders, professional staff, other TxDOT divisions, Department leadership, and external industry leaders at the local, state, and national levels. This position is responsible for the successful performance of the division’s recipient oversight, compliance, local project management, and technical assistance activities.

Twenty‑seven staff are organized under two supervisory positions and one lead position located in Austin and district offices around the state. The top candidate will have strong organizational, multi‑tasking, and project management skills, good analytical skills, a strong commitment to customer service, and well‑developed interpersonal skills. The ability to think strategically and understand the larger context of division operations within the advancement of transit, bicycle and pedestrian programs is essential.

Employees at this level perform work at the highest level of discretion and independent judgment and are responsible for final outcomes. This position will not need to be based in Austin and includes 25 % travel including 2 days/month in Austin.

Yearly
FLSA Status :
Exempt

Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

UST-Texas-Corpus Christi, UST-Texas-Waco

Yes, 25 % of the Time
Shift :
Day Job
Shift Details : 40 hours per week M - F
Location Flexibility :
Onsite

At 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 Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Oversees and directs a section of professional, technical and administrative employees responsible for program management, program compliance and grant management work for the Department’s Public Transportation Division. Reports to the Director, Public Transportation Division. Work requires contact with national, state and local executives and governmental officials. Employees at this level perform work at the highest level of discretion and independent judgment and are responsible for final outcome.

Assists in overseeing, coordinating and implementing the Department public transportation related programs involving rural transportation contractors, urban public transportation contractors and client transportation services.

Develops goals, objectives and measurement tools that integrate support and functional activities to ensure effective accomplishment of division responsibilities.

Makes field visits to evaluate compliance and monitoring efforts.

Oversees preparation of requests for proposals and related competitive selection processes.

Provides technical assistance to transit systems officials and Department personnel.

Recommends Department policy on public transportation grant, operations and compliance matters including writing minute orders, rules and policies to determine funding allocations and define procedures for transportation system operations.

Responds to inquiries concerning…