Texas Department of Transportation
Director of Transportation Ops
Texas Department of Transportation, Beaumont, Texas, us, 77726
Director of Transportation Operations (2503601)
TxDOT's Beaumont District is seeking a Director of Transportation Operations. This challenging and rewarding role oversees daily traffic operations and requires ongoing, effective collaboration with key external and internal stakeholders. The selected candidate will provide strategic direction to district staff across relevant program areas.
Responsibilities include managing engineering, construction, and operations for traffic signals, ITS assets, and the district's traffic safety program.
Salary Grade/Range Director of Transportation Operations (B31): $123,252- $208,449 yearly
Minimum Salary 123,252.00
Maximum Salary 208,449.00
Pay Basis Yearly
FLSA Status Exempt
Work Locations Beaumont District Headquarters 8350 EASTEX FREEWAY, Beaumont 77708
Travel Yes, 25% of the time
Shift Day Job Shift Details: 40 Location Flexibility: Onsite Location Flexibility Details: Might require work outside of normal business hours. Typical workday is M-F 8-5.
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.
Responsibilities Oversees the Transportation Operations function for a district's highways and facilities in accordance with Department standards. Reporting directly to the District Engineer, manages a group of professional, technical and administrative employees and may oversee district wide construction contract work concerning transportation operations. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Acts as liaison with the Department's Traffic Operations Division concerning traffic and traffic safety projects.
Coordinates with district design and area offices to develop solutions to transportation problems and determines the need for, and oversees development of incident management plans.
Coordinates with district design on schematics, assists with capacity and level of service studies, and reviews traffic control plans, traffic projects and developer site plans.
Investigates and responds to transportation-related complaints.
Meets with the appropriate supervisors, law enforcement and/or city officials to discuss transportation problems and possible solutions.
Oversees accident analyses activities for the district, which includes data for design exceptions and special design projects.
Oversees analysis of traffic signal systems for capacity and level of service (synchronization).
Oversees and/or performs traffic engineering studies and warranting of traffic signals, signing and speed zones; analyzes operational impact on state highway system of proposed developments; coordinates with others on project development.
Oversees the installation, maintenance and repair of illumination systems, flashing beacons, flashing signs, flashing school speed zone signs, navigation lights and lift stations.
Oversees the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of all transportation management systems, traffic signals and radios including negotiating, administering and monitoring contracts.
Oversees Traffic Operations, Community Traffic Safety Programs and the preparation of the District Highway Safety Plan.
Oversees transportation operations related activities for the district.
Responsible for determining the need for, and developing plans, specifications and estimates for transportation management systems and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS).
Responsible for determining the need for, and developing plans, specifications and estimates for transportation projects including signs, traffic signals, illumination, turn lanes, speed zones, school zones, pavement markings.
Responsible for the Radio Shop.
Responsible for the Sign Shop.
Responsible for Traffic Engineering.
Responsible for Traffic Safety.
Responsible for Traffic Systems Management.
Serves on research projects or committees and represents the district at state and local levels.
Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Experience 7 years of experience in transportation engineering in the construction of highways, bridges or structures. (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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Must have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
Licenses and Certifications Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Licensed Professional Engineer
Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.
Extensive Knowledge
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Traffic management systems operations
Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
Considerable Knowledge
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes – K8000: Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures
Expert Skill Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Proficient Skill Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external; Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees; Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
Other Attributes
Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
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
Standing -- prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion -- substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Conditions of Employment Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT).
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Job Posting Details
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Manager
Job Posting: Dec 31, 2025, 4:12:39 PM
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes are available to assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position. 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 Act of 1990.
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Responsibilities include managing engineering, construction, and operations for traffic signals, ITS assets, and the district's traffic safety program.
Salary Grade/Range Director of Transportation Operations (B31): $123,252- $208,449 yearly
Minimum Salary 123,252.00
Maximum Salary 208,449.00
Pay Basis Yearly
FLSA Status Exempt
Work Locations Beaumont District Headquarters 8350 EASTEX FREEWAY, Beaumont 77708
Travel Yes, 25% of the time
Shift Day Job Shift Details: 40 Location Flexibility: Onsite Location Flexibility Details: Might require work outside of normal business hours. Typical workday is M-F 8-5.
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.
Responsibilities Oversees the Transportation Operations function for a district's highways and facilities in accordance with Department standards. Reporting directly to the District Engineer, manages a group of professional, technical and administrative employees and may oversee district wide construction contract work concerning transportation operations. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Acts as liaison with the Department's Traffic Operations Division concerning traffic and traffic safety projects.
Coordinates with district design and area offices to develop solutions to transportation problems and determines the need for, and oversees development of incident management plans.
Coordinates with district design on schematics, assists with capacity and level of service studies, and reviews traffic control plans, traffic projects and developer site plans.
Investigates and responds to transportation-related complaints.
Meets with the appropriate supervisors, law enforcement and/or city officials to discuss transportation problems and possible solutions.
Oversees accident analyses activities for the district, which includes data for design exceptions and special design projects.
Oversees analysis of traffic signal systems for capacity and level of service (synchronization).
Oversees and/or performs traffic engineering studies and warranting of traffic signals, signing and speed zones; analyzes operational impact on state highway system of proposed developments; coordinates with others on project development.
Oversees the installation, maintenance and repair of illumination systems, flashing beacons, flashing signs, flashing school speed zone signs, navigation lights and lift stations.
Oversees the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of all transportation management systems, traffic signals and radios including negotiating, administering and monitoring contracts.
Oversees Traffic Operations, Community Traffic Safety Programs and the preparation of the District Highway Safety Plan.
Oversees transportation operations related activities for the district.
Responsible for determining the need for, and developing plans, specifications and estimates for transportation management systems and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS).
Responsible for determining the need for, and developing plans, specifications and estimates for transportation projects including signs, traffic signals, illumination, turn lanes, speed zones, school zones, pavement markings.
Responsible for the Radio Shop.
Responsible for the Sign Shop.
Responsible for Traffic Engineering.
Responsible for Traffic Safety.
Responsible for Traffic Systems Management.
Serves on research projects or committees and represents the district at state and local levels.
Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Experience 7 years of experience in transportation engineering in the construction of highways, bridges or structures. (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. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Must have three (3) years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
Licenses and Certifications Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Licensed Professional Engineer
Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.
Extensive Knowledge
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Traffic management systems operations
Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
Considerable Knowledge
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes – K8000: Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Fundamentals of electrical/electronics and design procedures
Expert Skill Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Proficient Skill Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external; Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees; Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
Other Attributes
Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
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
Standing -- prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion -- substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Conditions of Employment Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT).
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
Job Posting Details
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Level: Manager
Job Posting: Dec 31, 2025, 4:12:39 PM
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes are available to assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position. 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 Act of 1990.
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