Associate Project Manager (Parking Services)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field or major coursework in project management, plus four (4) years of related work experience;

OR

• Graduation with an associate degree from an accredited college or university, plus six (6) years of related work experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• None.

Notes to Applicants
About Us!
The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department ( TPW ) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

The Opportunity!

The Associate Project Manager will report directly to the Parking Services Program Manager and shall be responsible for multiple mobility management initiatives with parking and curb management, Transportation Demand Management ( TDM ), and new emerging mobility technology.

The Parking Services Associate Project Manager will plan, organize and supervise the daily activities and operations of Parking Services Curb Management Program and staff. Position will directly supervise curb management staff, including engineering, planning, project coordination, and data management and ensure compliance with City policies, regulations, local transportation ordinances, and state law governing all aspects of mobility demand management.

The following knowledge and skills are ideal:

• Knowledge of emerging mobility trends, technologies, and applications.
• Knowledge of and operating complex computer applications or technology.
• Supervisory skills to handle and resolve employee issues up to and including employee counseling and terminations.

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Regarding your Application:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties responsibilities and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., “see resume” or “see Linked In Profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

If the same or an additional vacancy occurs within the Public Works Department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the additional position may be offered to another top candidate from the same candidate pool. This may include filling other vacancies with the same job title in other division/work locations within the City of Austin Public Works Department. Decisions on assigned selection may be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.

Education Verification:
If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Assessment:
This position may require a skills assessment.

Close Job Posting:
Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Video Conferencing Software Technology:
Austin Transportation and Public Works Department uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

PLEASE NOTE : Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation. If the position you are applying for has the ability/opportunity to telework, we offer a hybrid schedule to work in office and remotely.


Office Location Notes:
Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
Pay Range
$35.50 - $45.27 per hour
Hours
Monday through Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.
Job Close Date 02/23/2025 Type of Posting External Department Transportation & Public Works Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1501 Toomey Rd, Austin TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications

• Project or Program Management or equivalent.
• Community engagement and process development based on input regarding various mobility demand projects/ programs.
• Developing, tracking, and promoting transportation equity.
• Public policy creation and implementation.
• Managing and developing business unit programs.
• Develop scopes of work, standard operating procedures, training programs and providing training on licensing and permitting or equivalent.
• Investigating complaints, providing responses to affected parties, and taking corrective action as warranted.
• Responding to the Mayor, the Mayor’s office, City Council Members, and other executive level requests.
• Managing budget and proposing purchases and other expenditures to meet division mission.
• Report writing, qualitative and quantitative analysis reporting and spatial analysis reporting.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Manages and coordinates projects and activities between members of the management team, various departments, public agencies, and/or private sector representatives. Develops methods, procedures, and quality objectives including metrics for assessing progress; and utilizes established project standards, procedures, and quality objectives. Develops detailed project plans and schedules, monitors progress, analyzes information and reports, and revises the schedule, as necessary. Assists or leads, as necessary, in the management of the selection process and administers consultant services, including negotiating contract terms and fees, approving the consultant’s product, approving payment to consultant, initiating poor performance remedies, etc. Conducts project kickoff meetings, communicates roles and project expectations, and ensures project team members have the tools and training required to perform effectively. Provides work direction and leadership to assigned projects including scheduling, assignment of work, and review of project efforts. Monitors project milestones and critical dates to identify potential risk to project schedule; identifies ways to resolve schedule issues; keeps management current on any changes. Manages, monitors, and reviews contracts and contractors to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including administering change orders and estimates. Assesses variances from the project plans; gathers metrics and develops and implements changes as necessary to ensure that the project remains within specified scope and is within time, cost, and quality objectives. Provides technical advice and assistance to City management, field personnel, contractors, etc.

Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership and/or supervision to assigned employees or project management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and codes associated with project assignment.
• Knowledge of project accounting and the principles/practices of project management.
• Knowledge of design principles, practices, and procedures; and estimating techniques.
• Knowledge of budget policies and principles.
• Knowledge of contract policies and procedures.
• Skill in adapting, interpreting, and applying guidelines and standards.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Skill in using available software packages.
• Skill in evaluating contract agreements.
• Skill in negotiating with various audiences to accomplish objectives.
• Skill in written and oral communications including public presentations.
• Skill in completing projects within the required scheduling, and the ability to make prompt decisions and develop new and relative ideas for providing a quality product and quality customer service with little or no supervision.
• Ability to perform all facets of projects with little or no supervision.
• Ability to plan, execute, and control a project (establishing realistic estimates and reporting metrics).
• Ability to assess and analyze project risks and exposures; identify options and alternatives, make decisions, and implement corrective actions.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public contacts.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and difficult situations.
• Ability to communicate in oral or written format to a variety of audiences.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Associate Project Manager are graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field or major coursework in project management, plus four (4) years of related work experience; Or graduation with an associate degree from an accredited college or university, plus six (6) years of related work experience. Do you meet the minimum qualifications as described?

• Yes
• No

* Provide a brief example of your work in community or transportation planning.
(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of experience do you have in project coordination or management?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-3 years
• 3-5 years
• More than 5 years

* What is your professional philosophy regarding the implementation of mobility demand management programming including curb management, transportation demand management (TDM), and emerging mobility technology? How does community engagement and equity play a role in this process?
(Open Ended Question)
* Provide a brief example of your experience developing plans and procedures and working with community partners and stakeholders in this process.
(Open Ended Question)
* Provide a brief example of your experience preparing written communication, providing oral communication and delivering progress reports to leadership.
(Open Ended Question)
* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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• City of Austin

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