Texas Department of Transportation

Program Specialist (Strategic Management Analyst II, or III) - STR Division - Austin, TX - (2501930)

Position Information

The Strategic Initiatives and Innovation Division (STR) operates at the intersection of technology, data, innovation, and strategy—leading transformative projects and agency-wide programs that shape and prepare Texas for the future of transportation.

We're looking for a motivated, collaborative, and results-driven professional to join our team and help advance initiatives with agency-wide impact! Collaborate across teams to implement a wide range of complex, agency-wide programs—including Risk Prevention, Business Continuity, Transportation Performance Management, Enterprise Policy, the agency’s 5-Year Strategic Plan, Enterprise Governance, and more!

Ready to help make Texas transportation future-ready? Apply now and be part of the change.

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Strategic Management Analyst II - B23 - Salary Range $80,000.00 - $85,000.00

Strategic Management Analyst III - B25 - Salary Range $85,000.00 - $95,000.00

• The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

: 80,000.00

Maximum Salary

: 95,000.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations

:

Stassney Hq - Main

6230 East Stassney Lane

Austin 78744

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Hours a Week Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

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)

Position Description

Strategic Management Analyst II:

This role involves diving into information for various programs—compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating information to coordinate program initiatives and program improvements. It requires frequent collaboration across all levels of the agency and regular interaction with TxDOT staff and private-sector partners. While employees in this position work independently and take ownership of their assignments, they escalate unusual to their supervisor as needed.

Strategic Management Analyst III:

This role involves diving into complex information for various programs—compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating information to implement initiatives and program improvements. It requires frequent collaboration across all levels of the agency and regular interaction with executives, District and Division leadership, TxDOT staff, and private-sector partners. While employees in this position work independently and take ownership of their assignments, they escalate unusual to their supervisor as needed.

Essential Duties:

Strategic Management Analyst II:

• Coordinates projects and provides general support for various agency-wide programs.
• Collaborates extensively and proactively within STR, and other Divisions and Districts.
• Analyzes agency processes, policy and legislation, and trends to identify and recommend solutions to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
• Monitors program performance, reports on results, coordinates program improvements.
• May identify, develop, and implement an agency-wide program
• May develop and implement communication and organizational change management plans
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Strategic Management Analyst III:

All the Above and:

• Serves as a project lead for large projects or agency-wide initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Strategic Management Analyst II:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline.
• Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 3 years experience in management analysis, operations management, data analysis, program management, organizational change management, strategic planning, or related activities.
• 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.

Strategic Management Analyst III:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline.
• Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• 4 years experience in management analysis, operations management, data analysis, program management, organizational change management, strategic planning, or related activities.
• 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:

Strategic Management Analyst II:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Portfolio, program, and project planning, development, and management

Proficient skill in:

• Researching, analyzing, and solving complex technical, operational, and managerial issues
• Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively
• Developing and giving presentations

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively

Strategic Management Analyst III:

All of the above and:

Extensive knowledge of:

• Effectively managing portfolios and leading programs and projects

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• 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)

Job

: Plan/Aviation/Pub Trans/Legis

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Jul 18, 2025, 3:17:00 PM

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

State Job Title/s: Management Analyst III/ IV State Job Code/s: 1864/ 1866

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

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

Applicant Information

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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