Program Consultant

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• Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments designed to foster collaboration and inspiration.
  

By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under very limited direction while working independently, carry out very complex urban planning duties for the City.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

• Resolve escalated project claims, disputes and contentious issues.
  
• Manage, review, approve and process contracts and documents.
  
• Manage and initiate review and/or design of engineering/architectural projects, including related documentation.
  
• Assigns projects, establishes schedule, monitors performance of staff, provides guidance and leadership, and ensures project completion within timelines.
  
• Inspect and monitor projects for legal, regulatory and initiative compliance.
  
• Develop standard operating procedures, policies, and ordinances. Develop and monitor performance criteria.
  
• Manage project budget and schedule.
  
• Administer consultant, licensed professional, and Legal Department services.
  
• Provide technical advice and assistance to city management, field personnel, contractors, etc.
  
• Attend City Council, board meetings, etc. as City staff representative.
  
• Coordinate the analysis of site selection.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities: selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

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.

• Extensive knowledge of contract provisions and their implementation to the contract.
  
• Knowledge of the mediation process.
  
• Knowledge of real estate practices.
  
• Knowledge of manual and automated financial systems.
  
• Skill in negotiating with multiple parties.
  
• Skill in effective oral and/or written communication.
  
• Skill in evaluating contract agreements.
  
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
  
• Skill in writing and interpreting legal descriptions of leases, real estate, easements and similar properties.
  
• Skill in negotiating with property owners to accomplish objectives.
  
• Skill in designing and maintaining complex spreadsheet and database models and utilizing word processing and presentation software.
  
• Skill in giving 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.
  
• Skill in determining need, gathering, analyzing and presenting data to provide accurate information for management's use.
  
• Ability to exercise a good judgment, tact and diplomacy in all pubic dealings.
  
• Ability to understand and use standard application development design, report and project management tools.
  
• Ability to perform objective analyses and re-engineering of business processes to maximize quality service and cost-effectiveness.
  
• Ability to coordinate demolition, inspection, security, title clearance, soil testing, site location, property management, and preparation of files for federal auditing with little or no supervision.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture or related field plus five (5) years of related work experience including two (2) years as a project manager. OR Nine (9) years of work experience in engineering, architecture or related area including two (2) years as a project manager. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience requirement.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Planner (AICP or PTP) or registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) highly desirable or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
  
• Experience in multimodal transportation planning, community engagement, and application of local, state, and federal transportation policies.
  
• Experience in streetscape and right-of-way planning and design.
  
• Experience managing large and complex projects, including both short- and long-range plans, with strong skills in data analysis and report preparation.
  
• Proficiency in visual communication, graphic layout, and cartographic best practices.
  
• Experience working collaboratively across departments and agencies, with community organizations, and with elected and appointed officials (e.g., Boards & Commissions, City Council).
  
• Experience developing and monitoring program operating budgets, project costs, and schedules.
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team of planners, engineers, and technical staff.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The Systems Development Division (SDD) of the Austin Transportation and Public Works (ATPW) Department is seeking an experienced leader in the field of Transportation Planning to manage the City of Austin’s Long-Range Transportation Planning Program.

This position will oversee a team of Transportation Planners working on citywide and small area transportation planning, regional coordination, and community engagement. The Program is responsible for creating and maintaining the City’s transportation plan, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP), and for advancing the implementation of its policies, action items, and multimodal strategies.

The position will collaborate closely with the Capital Planning and Programming Program and the Project Development Program within SDD to advance ASMP roadway and mobility projects, guiding their planning and public engagement elements. It will also coordinate with other City departments on cross-cutting planning efforts, including Imagine Austin, and will represent the City in regional forums such as the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO).

This is a leadership role with significant responsibility for shaping Austin’s long-term mobility future, fostering staff development, and ensuring that transportation planning advances community goals for safety, equity, and sustainability.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
*Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.

Location:

5202 Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78741

Salary Range:

$94,057.60 - $122,262.40

Essential Employee:

This position is considered an “Essential” role and is essential to the operations of the City based on the preparation, response, and recovery phase of extraordinary situations or emergency conditions. As an employee that has been designated as “Essential” the expectation will be to work at a designated work site during declared extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to serve the community.

This position is considered “Essential” to maintain critical operations and core services. Essential Employees during emergencies play a role in ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare of our community and ensuring City operations continue.

Critical Employee:

This position is considered a “Critical” role and is critical to the operations of the City based on the preparation, response, and recovery phase of extraordinary situations or emergency conditions. Critical employees are necessary and vital to support City and department operation. Critical employee schedules may be modified based on extraordinary situations or emergency conditions. If the employee is authorized to telework, the employee may be required to telework on a day they are normally at their designated work site.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

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.

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.

Closing Date/Time: 2025-10-13

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