Railroad Program Coordinator - Rail Div.

TxDOT's Rail Division is looking for a Railroad Program Coordinator based in the Austin-Stassney Headquarters. We are looking for someone with excellent project and contract management skills and a solid working knowledge of Procurement.

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 wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

TxDOT's Rail Division is looking for a Railroad Program Coordinator based in the Austin-Stassney Headquarters. We are looking for someone with excellent project and contract management skills and a solid working knowledge of Procurement.

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 wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Stassney Hq - Main (SHQMAIN)
6230 East Stassney Lane
Austin, 78744

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)

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)

Leads the statewide on-call rail contracts for signing and striping and installation of conduit and cable. Oversee the Rail Grade Crossing inventory. Manage the railroad fuel cell projects. Assist as needed with the statewide implementation of federal and state funded programs and projects for highway/rail intersections and railroad-related joint operations. Work requires extensive contact with government officials and railroad companies. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervised and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

• Leads the statewide on-call contracts that involves the statewide contract for on-call to install interconnection conduit, cable, etc. between the railroad signal house and the traffic signal house for both on and off-system crossings and/or intersections, and Statewide contract for signing and striping of railroad crossing both on and off system in support of Category 8 projects.
• Directs the Rail Grade Crossing inventory, which includes being the project manager for the PEPS consulting contract and ensure the data integrity of the TRIMS and FRA railroad crossing inventory files.
• Oversees development and negotiation of railroad agreements for railroad fuel cell projects and assist with the management of PEPS work authorizations for Section 130 projects.
• Oversees projects for installation of railroad signals at public grade crossings and replacement of railroad grade crossing surfaces; assists in managing related budgetary activities.
• Performs railroad crossing corridor studies.
• Provides advice and information on railroad operations relating to highways and traffic safety and may participate in related research and development activities.
• Represents the Department at conferences and public meetings on rail/highway activities.
• Reviews and coordinates highway construction projects involving replacement and additions of railroad crossings, separations, signals and other facilities with districts/divisions, railroad companies and governmental agencies.
• Reviews legislation affecting railroad-related issues and provides impact statements.
• Serves as liaison between districts, communities and railroad companies and assists in planning and developing highway/rail signal construction projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Leads the statewide on-call rail contracts for signing and striping and installation of conduit and cable. Oversee the Rail Grade Crossing inventory. Manage the railroad fuel cell projects. Assist as needed with the statewide implementation of federal and state funded programs and projects for highway/rail intersections and railroad-related joint operations. Work requires extensive contact with government officials and railroad companies. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervised and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

• Leads the statewide on-call contracts that involves the statewide contract for on-call to install interconnection conduit, cable, etc. between the railroad signal house and the traffic signal house for both on and off-system crossings and/or intersections, and Statewide contract for signing and striping of railroad crossing both on and off system in support of Category 8 projects.
• Directs the Rail Grade Crossing inventory, which includes being the project manager for the PEPS consulting contract and ensure the data integrity of the TRIMS and FRA railroad crossing inventory files.
• Oversees development and negotiation of railroad agreements for railroad fuel cell projects and assist with the management of PEPS work authorizations for Section 130 projects.
• Oversees projects for installation of railroad signals at public grade crossings and replacement of railroad grade crossing surfaces; assists in managing related budgetary activities.
• Performs railroad crossing corridor studies.
• Provides advice and information on railroad operations relating to highways and traffic safety and may participate in related research and development activities.