The position for archeological supervisor has opened at the Texas
Department of Transportation in Austin, Texas. The person hired will
supervise a staff of 13 archeologists managing 25 districts throughout
the state. Historical archeological investigations occupy a large
portion of our work. Please see the attached job vacancy notice. Thanks
BJH 
 
Barbara J Hickman, Staff Archeologist
Archeological Studies Program
Environmental Affairs Division
Texas Department of Transportation
125 East 11th Street
Austin TX 78701
Telephone: 512.416.2637
Fax: 512.416.2643
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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB REQUISITION
 
 
 

Job Requisition #: 010839
Business Title: V134 / Environmental Supervisor IV Salary: 4548.33 -
7332.33 Per Month 
Classification Title: Manager IV Salary Group / Class: B16 / 1603 
Business Unit: Environmental Affairs Division Number of Openings: 1 
 
Work Location Address: Opening Date:  12/08/06 
RIVERSIDE ANNEX-BUILDING 118 Closing Date:  01/08/07 at 5pm 
118 E RIVERSIDE DR   
AUSTIN, TX 787041202   
 
Type of Employment: Regular Full-Time Shift: FIRST 
Type of Driver's License Required: Class C Travel (Overnight): Yes -
10% 
 
You are encouraged to apply on-line at
http://www.dot.state.tx.us/careers/apply_online.htm. You may also apply
at the nearest Texas Department of Transportation Human Resources Office
as listed on the application instruction sheet between the hours of 8am
and 5pm. If you elect to apply using a paper application, the department
will only accept a completed State of Texas Application for Employment.
For each Summary of Work Experience and Competency listed, only one-half
page of text will be considered. Applications will be accepted at any
Texas Department of Transportation Office. Applicable information must
be submitted on or before the closing date. Human Resources Office
Telephone: 512/416-2994
 
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 Act of 1990.
 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
 
Supervises a group of professional and technical employees engaged in
conducting environmental studies for clearance of transportation
projects in the Environmental Affairs Division. Work requires contact
with governmental regulatory agencies and private entities. Employees at
this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct
accountability for the work product.
 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 
Education and Experience
 
Master's degree in archeology, anthropology or geology plus three (3)
years progressively responsible experience in archeology. Related
doctoral level education may be substituted for experience on a year per
year basis. Must meet Secretary of the Interior's Code of Federal
Regulations, 36 CFR Part 61 requirements. Must have three (3) years
managerial/supervisory experience. (Project leader and/or lead worker
experience will substitute for managerial/supervisory experience.)
(Experience requirements may be satisfied by full-time experience or the
prorated part-time equivalent.)
 
Competencies
 
Extensive knowledge of
Environmental laws, regulations and mitigation requirements pertaining
to natural resources
 
Thorough knowledge of
Developing and implementing programs
Budgeting methods and procedures
 
Considerable knowledge of
Contract management policies and procedures
 
Working knowledge of
Writing methodologies and strategies to develop and implement
appropriate informational and educational materials
 
Expert skill in
Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and
responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and
measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making
necessary adjustments to meet deadlines
Developing, interpreting and implementing policies, procedures and
technical information
Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships;
applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine
other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner
Planning, directing, coordinating and scheduling
Researching, evaluating and interpreting complex information
Communicating technical information effectively
 
Proficient skill in
Supervising professional and technical staff
The use of applicable hand and power tools, equipment and mechanical
devices of the trade
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
 
Directs the design, coordination and monitoring of complex
environmental programs, issues and mitigation with Department staff,
state and federal regulatory agencies and contracted professionals.
Oversees the review, analysis and coordination of environmental
documentation and ensures compliance with applicable state and federal
environmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Oversees and evaluates environmental impact of transportation
activities in the area of cultural resources.
Plans, develops, recommends and implements environmental policies,
procedures and guidelines.
Oversees the effectiveness of projects/programs.
Prepares, reviews and approves complex and sensitive correspondence,
documents, reports, environmental assessments, impact statements and
programmatic assessments.
Develops and monitors the unit budget.
Provides high-level expertise in the area of environmental studies and
makes recommendations concerning environmental issues for transportation
projects.
Meets with regulatory agencies to resolve issues.
Visits districts, divisions and offices to consult with staff; drives
and travels by other modes to perform these duties.
Participates in strategic planning and scheduling; makes
recommendations concerning transportation and environmental projects and
programs.
Keeps abreast of federal and state environmental laws, regulations
policies and procedures.
Negotiates and monitors the execution of environmental contracts.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
 

QUESTIONS
 
Applicants not applying online must respond to the following questions
which appear on the attached Questions Document and return with your
complete Employment Application:
 
Do you have at least three (3) years of managerial, supervisory,
leadworker and/or project leader experience?
 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
 
Driver's record check will be conducted by the Department. Satisfactory
driving records are required for driving state or personal vehicles and
motor driven equipment to conduct agency business.
 
External final applicants for any department position who could
potentially be required to drive for the department must pass a drug
test prior to employment and will be subject to reasonable cause testing
during employment.
 
Successful completion of a post-offer/pre-employment physical exam at
the employer's expense is required.
 
If hired, employee must provide document(s) within three (3) days of
hire date that establish identity and employment eligibility. A complete
list of acceptable documents is on file with the local Texas Workforce
Commission office or http://www.twc.state.tx.us/.
 

REMARKS
 
 
 
Initial screening is based on the Education and Experience minimum
requirements defined in the job posting. Interviewee selection is based
on applicant information explaining how they meet each Competency
(Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Attributes) requirement. If you
elect to apply using a paper application, the department will only
accept a completed State of Texas Application for Employment. For each
Summary of Work Experience and Competency listed, only one-half page of
text will be considered.
 
No attachments such as resumes, pictures, letters of recommendation,
references and/or training records or certificates will be accepted.
Such attachments will not be given any consideration and will be removed
from the application form and destroyed.
 
Official transcripts or other minimum requirement validations will be
requested at the time of the conditional job offer.
 
As part of its employment process, TxDOT may procure or have prepared a
criminal background check. An applicant with an unsatisfactory criminal
background check report is ineligible to be hired for the position for
which the report is initiated.
 
An internal applicant who is selected for a position in their current
salary group that has the same state title is not eligible for a salary
increase. An internal applicant who is selected for a position in their
current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase up
to 3.4%.
 
 
 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
 
 
 
 
 
QUESTIONS DOCUMENT
 
 
 
Job Requisition #: 010839
 
 
 
 
 
Please return this sheet with your Employment Application.
 
 
 
Do you have at least three (3) years of managerial, supervisory,
leadworker and/or project leader experience? Yes______No______
 
 
 
 
 

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