Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job, plus three (3) years experience related to the job.
Licenses or Certifications: Notes to Applicants
The successful candidate will conduct a wide range of advanced research, writing, project management, policy and data analysis, and strategic planning. This position will communicate issues with City Council, Management staff and other organizations and prepare reports as needed. Attention to detail is critical. The successful candidate will assist in interacting with City Council and facilitating department information sharing, project tracking and provide assistance to grant applications for numerous federal state, and private grant opportunities.
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City of Austin Benefits click here! Regarding your Application:A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.Assessment:This position may require a skills assessment.
Close Job Posting:Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.
90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.
Office Location Notes:Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.
Video Conferencing Software Technology:The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.
Pay Range
$33.49 - $42.71 per hour
Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Job Close Date 12/03/2024 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 5202 E. Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX, 78741 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Experience with policy and data analysis, strategic planning, and legislative analysis, especially with transportation.
- Experience with diplomacy working across departments and Council Offices.
- Experience working independently on multiple projects and tasks under time constraints while meeting critical deadlines.
- Advanced research and analysis skills.
- Experience developing organized and streamlined content and perform layout, editing and proofreading tasks.
- Experience effectively communicating with all levels of employees and external stakeholders.
- Experience working independently and taking initiative with little direction.
- Skilled in the use of MS Office tools (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Leads multiple process improvement teams Develops project work plans, project management and periodic assessment Facilitates the development of stakeholder analysis and communication plans for process improvement teams Identifies, collects, and researches to complete data analysis Makes recommendations to project teams and recommends organizational change utilizing appropriate talent Advises process leaders and team leaders in defining/identifying key measurers and setting performance targets Develops and improves models and methodologies for the department Reviews and critiques the work of functional team staff Communicates project and program information to all levels of the organization
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:- May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of business strategies, objectives, planning, development and management processes and process improvement
- Knowledge of performance measures Knowledge of applicable City of Austin, state and federal statutes, ordinances and codes
- Knowledge of research methodologies, cost/benefit, analysis, statistics and financial models
- Skill in communication in a variety of formats including: print communication, electronic format, presentations and telephonic
- Skill in providing internal consulting services
- Skill in project management methods
- Skill in negotiation of projects and program initiatives
- Interpersonal skills to engage all stakeholders and facilitate accurate requirements to capture and manage stakeholders’ expectations
- Ability to look at situations systematically
- Ability to work independently and with teams
- Ability to understand, interpret and apply detailed and complex information
- Ability to manage implementation of recommendations
Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job, plus three (3) years experience related to the job. Do you meet these qualifications?
* Briefly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and educational requirements.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working in a government agency or with elected officials.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your knowledge and experience with state and federal legislative processes.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your proficiency and your ability to communicate effectively with all levels of departments and City Council offices with a service-oriented attitude.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you understand that this position is required to work in office 50% of the pay period?
* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?
* How did you hear about this opportunity? Example: Job board (please specify), Career Fair (please specify), 3rd party recruiting firm, etc.
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents Cover Letter Resume
Optional Documents