Training Specialist III- Program Administrator

Training Specialist III- Program Administrator

Position Information

Are you passionate about helping others grow and thrive? Do you have a knack for turning complex ideas into engaging learning experiences? Join our team as a Training Specialist and become a driving force behind workforce excellence. Apply now and help us shape the future—one training at a time.

Minimum Salary: 54,278.00 Maximum Salary: 87,046.00 Anticipated Starting Salary :70,800Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: NonexemptWork Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744Travel: Yes, 25 % of the TimeShift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 flexible hours per weekLocation 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 )

Position Description

Instructs, plans, develops, coordinates, delivers, and evaluates department training classes or programs. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in the identification of courses to be converted to a VTC format, on-line course format or blended learning format.
• Conducts curriculum revisions and reviews.
• Designs and develops methods, including surveys, for assessing and evaluating training effectiveness and sets up evaluation measures.
• Establishes course schedules and district or division training slots based on annual needs
• Facilitates meetings.
• Follows approved lesson plans by either Instructor Led Training (ILT) or by means of Video Maintains liaison with Department training coordinators, sponsoring steering or oversight Monitors and oversees instructional program area and associated budgets.
• Organizes and directs training teams and resources to complete staff development and instructional projects.
• Participates in the writing or rewriting of courses to be delivered in VTC, on-line or blended learning training delivery formats.
• Performs trend analysis and/or prepares special research projects and statistical reports.
• Plans, designs, develops, coordinates, administers and instructs Department training programs in management, staff development, automation, technical/engineering or other topics which may include use of basic instructional technologies.
• Provides consultation to districts and divisions on training matters regarding evaluation, alternative training strategies, including related costs and e-learning delivery methodologies.
• Represents the districts or divisions the Department at meetings related to training or staff development.
• Researches and reviews commercial materials for inclusion in the Department's training curricula.
• Travels/drives to administer/perform training functions.
• Performs other job related responsibilities as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Communications, Business or related disciplines. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basi s. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 4 years training, adult education or staff development 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:Expert skill in:

• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
• Facilitating groups using effective communications methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives, staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and planned actions
• Communicating technical information effectively
• Instructing others
• Developing and giving presentations

Proficient skill in:
- Scheduling work assignments
- Maintaining effective working relationships with others
- Planning and coordinating workshops, seminars, and task force activities
- Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
- Evaluating products, equipment, and material
- Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
- Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records,files, and reports
- Using training equipment and materials
- Using computers, application programs, applications, and systems
- Maintaining a safe working environment

Other Attributes:
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

• 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 read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

Job: Human Resources

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Level: Non-Management

Job Posting: Jan 7, 2026, 12:34:26 PM Unposting Date: Jan 22, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

State Job Title/s: Training & Dev Specialist IV State Job Code/s: 1784

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.

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