ROADWAY DATA ANALYTICS SENIOR TECHNICAL SPECIALIST - 04282026-76950

Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

This position is in the Planning Division - Roadway Data - Roadway Data Analytics Section.

For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/hr/Planning-Division-Roadway-Data-Management-Section-Roadway-Data-Analytics-Senior-Technical-Specia.pdf

This position has a starting salary of $6,267 monthly/$75,204 annually.

This position has a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree and 3 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description.

OR

Masters degree and 2 years of demonstrated competency in a related field as may be outlined in the position description.

Necessary Special Qualifications for Senior Technical Specialist

Some positions in these classifications may have additional requirements such as:

• Professional licenses and/or certifications
• Possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid for use in operating vehicles in the State of Tennessee

Any necessary special qualifications will be denoted in the position description.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

The required KSACs for TDOT Senior Technical Specialist include:

• Skilled in communicating effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
• Skilled in the application of engineering principles
• Skilled in the application of transportation finance principles
• Skilled in the application of state and federal regulations to transportation projects
• Skilled in technical report writing
• Skilled in the development of contract principles and applications
• Skilled in the ability to maintain effective work relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external in a professional and courteous manner
• Skilled in the ability to manage time and prioritize work items to ensure project assignments are completed
• Ability to manage time to ensure assignments are completed
• Ability to use critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions
• Ability to follow, provide, and support verbal and written instructions
• Ability to conduct work with precision and a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work in project teams
• Ability to resolve conflicts, coach, and mentor others, and support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment
• Ability to analyze a process and offer actionable feedback for use in improving the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of the existing process

Conditions of Employment

• Incorporating overtime, weekends, and night shifts into their schedules as work schedules dictate
• Extended durations outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Working in and around construction and vehicular traffic
• Walking on uneven terrain
• Climbing ladders and construction scaffolding
• Carrying equipment and samples in excess of 25 pounds
• Driving long distances as required to perform daily duties
• Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn
• Sitting for extended periods while driving or working on computers
• Standing for extended periods while working outdoors or in a laboratory setting

Overview

The Roadway Data Analytics Senior Technical Specialist serves as the subject matter expert for and complements a system-wide roadway data network with accompanying initiatives, and planning activities. This position is responsible for supporting TDOT by ensuring quality, accuracy, and completeness in systems applications and planning, enabling effective roadway asset management, supporting strategic planning and resource allocation, and complying with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) reporting requirements. The Roadway Data Analytics Senior Technical Specialist role requires collaboration with TDOT Divisions, the FHWA, and Local Public Agencies. This position must effectively articulate Roadway Data Analytics concepts through training, mentoring, and collaborating as part of a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

Assist with the inter-agency development of functional classification delineation of new and altered routes by preparing and following a structured format, including document preparation, agency agreements, and LRS network changes.

Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as a tool to oversee systems planning activities, including network boundary changes, and other route enhancement and definition activities, to accommodate changes in the LRS.

Assist with the coordination of the Photolog program by developing suitable contracts to support data collection activities of photolog imagery and other roadway data elements and features, which complement image viewing and querying functions in an LRS environment.

Verify photolog data quality through performing field reviews and ground truthing activities to facilitate data-driven decisions for maintaining and improving the network in a sustainable, efficient, and equitable manner.

Support the State-Aid program and State-Aid and Bridge Grant Section Team, including reviewing county requests for additions and deletions to the State Aid system to ensure the roadways meet State-Aid requirements, and process the request by changing the information in the LRS.

Coordinate with internal and external consultants and stakeholders to ensure TDOT contracts and Memoranda of Understanding items are upheld, including data integrity and quality of all deliverables.

Coordinate with the TDOT Technical Training Director and assist in the development and delivery of roadway data training and technical guidance that addresses acquired knowledge and risk management, inspiring new program and project processes, procedures and emerging technologies, and developing skills. Provide expertise, training, and mentoring to TDOT staff regarding GIS, route functional classification activities, data analysis, State Aid program roadway data issues and considerations.

Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers by exercising effective listening skills and providing prompt responses.

Promote and encourage the pursuit of excellence in alignment with TDOT's visions. Assist with the development and execution of quality management procedures for roadway data activities to ensure a high level of quality, achievement, and implementation. Consistently work to improve processes that support quality deliverables.

Remain current with national and regional applicable roadway data/GIS initiatives and trends. Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating TDOT's policies, methods, procedures, and guidelines for the efficient and effective management of roadway data activities in conformance and compliance with federal and state requirements and TDOT policies.