Transportation Officer

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Engineering, Law, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, plus seven (7) years of experience in managing/leading complex initiatives and/or programs, including two (2) years of experience in management capacity.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.

Notes to Applicants
The City of Austin is a progressive, dynamic, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. The City Council is responsible for appointment of the City Manager who is the Chief Administrative and Executive Officer of the City, City Clerk, City Auditor, Municipal Court Judges and the Municipal Court Clerk. The Mayor, Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to their mission of delivering the highest quality services in the most cost-effective manner. The organization’s vision is to make Austin the most livable city in the country and the City Manager’s resolve is to make it the best-managed city in the country.

In 2015, the Austin City Council adopted Vision Zero as part of the City’s Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan and adopted the City’s first Vision Zero Action Plan. Advancements have been made through adoption of the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan, updated Transportation Criteria Manual, and advancements in crash data management and crash analysis capabilities.

Austin has made significant investments in the Vision Zero program via mobility bond dollars in 2016, 2018, and 2020. We have also been successful in seeking State and Federal dollars via the Highway Safety Improvement Program and the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program. Unlike some peer cities, Austin is showing a downward trend in serious injuries and fatalities. As Austin approaches the 10-year anniversary of Vision Zero adoption, we are seeking a forward-thinking leader to guide the program into the future. Once in start-up mode, the program is now fully integrated into both Transportation and Public Works ( TPW ) and City government as a whole. While progress has been made, there is more work to be done from the policy, program, and project standpoint. The successful applicant will identify and move forward the necessary shifts within TPW , the City, and the region to meet Vision Zero goals. The Vision Zero Transportation Officer will report to the Assistant Director for Transportation Engineering Services and work closely with colleagues within this portfolio including: Transportation Engineering, Active Transportation and Street Design, and Project Delivery.

This position requires working in a deadline and outcome focused environment, balancing multiple projects and addressing changing priorities, while providing leadership, guidance, and direction to the implementation of the Vision Zero safety initiative. Highly qualified candidates will possess the required knowledge skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department ( TPW ) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

Watch the video linked below to learn more about Austin Transportation and Public Works and its role in the region’s mobility landscape.

Click here for a view inside TPW

Working for the City of Austin provides a number health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. For more information on 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.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

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.

This position has been identified for a Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
Pay Range
$56.43 - $73.36

Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Job Close Date 02/10/2025 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. 78748 Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess expertise in the following areas:

• A proven ability to work across departmental barriers, including collaborative experience working with police, engineering, operations, and similar groups.
• Extensive working knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of transportation safety.
• Experience with the major tenants of transportation safety (i.e. engineering, enforcement, education, evaluation and policy), including associated programming.
• Experience delivering innovative, responsive, data-driven solutions utilizing collaborative practices in ways that promote integrity and quality outcomes, efficient use of resources and effective risk management.
• Experience preparing and making presentations to city council, executive management, residents, boards and commissions, and other stakeholders.
• Experience providing leadership and direction to professional staff including coaching and feedback.
• Experience in intergovernmental collaboration, public-private partnerships, and designing and developing new capabilities for local government.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

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.

Represents the department on transportation issues before City boards, commissions, and Council. Serves, as designated by the Director, as a single point of contact on transportation issues as defined by the department Director. Develops and implements short- and long-range transportation strategies, objectives, policies, and priorities for the City. Facilitates coordination on internal and external priorities to achieve designed outcomes. Evaluates and coordinates City code and criteria manual development, including proposals for improvements to transportation mobility and safety. Oversees administrative enforcement of transportation regulations and systems improvements. Develops and revises administrative guidelines related to mobility and safety outcomes. Provides training to department and Citywide staff related to new service delivery models and transportation programs, policies, and practices. Coordinates as a liaison for interdepartmental and interagency issues, projects, and protocols. Identifies, as necessary, budgetary needs and resources needed to implement mobility and safety outcomes.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
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 principles and practices of public administration.
• Knowledge of urban planning and transportation engineering principles, processes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of principles of negotiation.
• Knowledge of principles of community engagement.
• Skill in directing the activities of a complex and diverse organization.
• Skill in oral and written communication and public speaking.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and priorities.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in drafting administrative decisions, code, and/or policy interpretation.
• Skill in negotiations.
• Ability to interpret, recommend, and propose new policy, as well as revisions to existing policy.
• Ability to consistently, effectively, and tactfully communicate with people at many levels inside the organization, with outside agencies, as well as with the community.
• Ability to plan strategically.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, the public, elected officials, boards, and commissions.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
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 Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Transportation Officer position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Engineering, Law, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field, plus seven (7) years of experience in managing/leading complex initiatives and/or programs, including two (2) years of experience in management capacity. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience on making progress towards achieving Austin’s Vision Zero goal (or similar programs) of zero traffic fatalities and serious injuries while applying a Safe Systems Approach.
(Open Ended Question)
* Summarize your experience in supervising staff to include supervision and evaluations methodology and motivational processes to keep staff challenged and energized.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your public speaking experience as it pertains to speaking before groups such as city council, boards and commissions, executive management, citizens and other stakeholders.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience coordinating with partner agencies to drive outcomes.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* 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 Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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