Job Description
Immediate opportunity to join the Texas Department of Transportation's Austin office! We seek a dynamic Administrative Specialist to support critical infrastructure projects with immediate start. Enjoy competitive state benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to serve Texas communities. This 6-month contract position offers rapid onboarding for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental correspondence, records, and documentation using state systems
- Coordinate logistics for public meetings and stakeholder engagements
- Process permits and compliance documentation for transportation projects
- Analyze and report on project metrics using Excel and state databases
- Support grant applications and federal compliance reporting
- Collaborate with engineering teams on administrative workflows
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Public Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in government or regulated industry
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and state reporting systems
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- Ability to obtain security clearance for sensitive data access
- Experience with grant management documentation preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills