Letting Management Section Director - (2500566)

POSITION INFORMATION

Home to SXSW, Austin City Limits (ACL), and glorious natural springs and parks, Austin, Texas, is one of the fastest-growing areas in the United States, as well as the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin is the historic state capital of Texas and is the location of the Texas Department of Transportation Headquarters. TxDOT's Financial Management Division is seeking an Letting Management Section Director. Come join our team at our beautiful, new Stassney campus in Austin, where you will enjoy covered employee parking, walking trails, on-site fitness center, coffee bar, and on-site cafeteria. We have a workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk!

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include flexed and compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, in-house fitness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: https://ftp.dot.state.tx.us/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf

Stassney Campus: https://youtu.be/u42vEZacDgA

Minimum Salary: 150,000.00 Maximum Salary: 159,000.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40

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

Manages and directs the Letting and Project Funding Section of the Financial Management Division. Responsible for Department transportation programming and letting activities to implement the Department's policies, procedures and practices; advises management and others on financial aspects of transportation programming, letting project scheduling, and legislative requirements; responsible for financial and cost accounting systems, policies, procedures and reporting, federal billing and other revenue and grant accounting activities. Reports directly to the Financial Management Division Director. Work requires contact with high-level executives, federal, state and local agencies, independent auditors, financial institutions and advisors. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Coordinates data collection efforts and preparation of financial and regulatory reports required by law, regulations and the Department.
• Directs the development, administration and monitoring of the Department's funding and letting schedule.
• Directs the oversight and review of both federal and state Letters of Authority.
• Directs the planning, developing and recommending of program guidelines, policies, procedures, funding allocations, enhancements and methodologies.
• Oversees billings to obtain reimbursements from FHWA, FAA, FRA, FTA, NHTSA and other federal entities on Federal Aid Projects.
• Oversees federal revenue collection, depositing, and recording duties.
• Oversees final FHWA voucher activities for the Department.
• Prepares timely financial information and advises management and others on financial, transportation programming and letting, budgeting and legislative requirements.
• Represents the Department concerning financial matters.
• Researches complex fiscal matters and analyzes proposed legislation.
• Ensure department compliance with all Federal grants’ guidance in support of 2 CFR 200 Federal Uniform Guidance and other Federal regulations.
• Develop and implement professional development training programs for required Federal grants guidance in support of 2 CFR 200 Federal Uniform Guidance.
• Coordinates updates to the Unified Transportation Program (UTP) and yearly letting schedules.
• Directs, initiates, coordinates and approves updates to the TxDOTCONNECT system data to ensure construction project programming data is accurate and current.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years fiscal management practices and procedures. (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.
• Must have 3 years supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting is highly preferred

COMPENTENCIES:

Extensive knowledge of -

• Highway letting programs
• Automated financial/accounting system implementation, maintenance and enhancement
• Budgeting methods and procedures
• Project accounting/activity-based costing
• Transportation funding programs
• Federal funding techniques and grants management requirements
• Fund accounting principles and procedures
• Federal grants guidance such as 2 CFR 200 Federal Uniform Guidance and related regulations

Considerable knowledge of -

• Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications
• Auditing and investigative methods, practices and procedures
• Fiscal planning and management practices
• Legislative budget processes

Expert skill in -

• Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information
• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
• Analyzing issues, facts, and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions
• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Proficient skill in -

• Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities

Ability to -

• Communicate effectively

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
• Delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions; shares authority but has ultimate accountability

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
• 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: Finance/Accounting

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Level: Manager

Job Posting: Mar 3, 2025, 10:47:44 AM Unposting Date: Ongoing

State Job Title/s: Director IV State Job Code/s: 1623

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/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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