Strategic Management Analyst III, or IV- STR Division - Austin, TX

Position Information

Are you passionate about the thought of innovation? Do you want to be part of an exciting team that is managing and leading the effort in assessing and piloting new and innovative technologies for transportation projects and initiatives for our agency?

TxDOT's Strategic Initiatives and Innovation (STR) Division is looking for a Strategic Management Analyst III or IV based in Austin, TX. As a Strategic Management Analyst III or IV, you will aide in delivering the Innovation Section's Technology Pilot Program which includes providing support in conducting emerging technology assessments, procuring and piloting selected transportation-related technologies, as well as provide support in implementing and scaling these selected technologies throughout our great state of Texas. You will also be responsible for providing support for delivering our Innovative Transportation in Texas Program as well as other initiatives identified for our section of STR. This work will require collaboration with both district and division transportation professionals and subject matter experts located throughout our agency statewide.

This position is based at our TxDOT headquarters in South Austin. To view some of the amenities check out our Stassney Campus Preview.

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Strategic Management Analyst III - B25 Salary Range $69,572.00 - $114,099.00

Strategic Management Analyst IV - B27 Salary Range $84,182.00 - $142,374.00

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.

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 III:

Executes highly complex enterprise programs for strategic initiatives, emerging technology, overall agency efficiencies and innovation. Work involves compiling, reviewing, analyzing and evaluating complex information; preparing comprehensive reports and monitoring multiple programs. Work entails extensive collaboration across agency at all levels. Work requires contact with executives, governmental officials, and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Strategic Management Analyst IV:

Executes project and program work effort for highly complex enterprise programs for strategic initiatives, emerging technology, overall agency efficiencies and innovation. Work involves coordinating project teams, compiling, reviewing, analyzing and evaluating complex information; preparing comprehensive reports and monitoring multiple programs. Work entails extensive collaboration across agency at all levels. Work requires contact with executives, governmental officials, and private entities. May serve as Lead Worker. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

Strategic Management Analyst III:

• Serves as a project leader.
• Establishes performance targets and measures results through comparative analysis.
• Manages the strategic planning process and oversees the long-range strategic plan; establishes overall operating objectives and directs agency executive management in achievement of Department goals.
• Monitors and/ or analyzes federal and state laws, rules, and regulations with potential impact on assigned functions.
• Analyzes agency processes, policy and legislation, industry trends to identify and recommend solutions to enhance program
  
  effectiveness and efficiency.
• Coordinates liaison work between divisions and districts to collect, share, and track information.
• Identifies, develops, and implements strategic enterprise initiatives, enterprise programs, and emerging technology.
• Develops communication and organizational change management plans.
• Analyzes emerging technology and data tools for agency-wide application and implementation.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Strategic Management Analyst IV:

All the Above and:

• May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members' career conversations ; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage.
• Directs the development of metrics and dashboards, and report preparation designed to convey program performance measures.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Strategic Management Analyst IV:

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:

• 5 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Project Management Professional (PMP)

Competencies:

Strategic Management Analyst III:

Extensive knowledge of:

• Effectively managing portfolios and leading programs and projects
• Strategic planning concepts and methods
• Portfolio, program and project planning, development and management
• Organizational change management methodologies.
• Applicable process improvement and data analysis methodologies

Proficient skill in:

• Emerging technology implementation processes and procedures
• Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively
• Developing and giving presentations
• Maintaining a safe working environment

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively

Strategic Management Analyst IV:

All the Above and:

Expert skill in:

• Emerging technology implementation processes and procedures
• Leading projects and project teams

Proficient skill in:

• Monitoring work assignments and quality of work
• Coordinating and scheduling activities/resources

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)