ANCILLARY TECHNICAL COORDINATOR 1 - 02242026-75252

Job Information

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

This position is in the Asset Management Division - Ancillary Infrastructure Asset Section.

For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/Asset-Management-Division-Ancillary-Infrastructure-Section-Ancillary-Technical-Coordinator-1.pdf

This position has a starting salary of $5,119 monthly/$61,428 annually.

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

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

An associate or bachelors degree in a related field of study and three (3) years of demonstrated competency in a related technical discipline.

OR

Education equivalent to graduation from high school and five (5) years of demonstrated competency in a related technical discipline.

Necessary Special Qualifications

• Some positions within this classification may require candidates possess and maintain a Class D driver's license valid to operate vehicles in the State of Tennessee
• Some positions within this classification may require candidates to possess and maintain, or obtain at their own expense and within 11 months of hire or promotion to this classification, a Class A Commercial Driver's License with an N endorsement without a Code O restriction (Code 52 restriction is allowable) that is valid in the State of Tennessee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, and COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of the Tennessee Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Knowledgeable in laboratory safety procedures
• Knowledgeable in required environmental procedures
• Knowledgeable in administering contracts
• Skilled in report and form writing
• Highly skilled in the use of objective thinking by focusing on relevant details and weighing the outcomes of different options to make decisions and resolve issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to use computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Ability to recognize and take precaution for potential hazards
• Ability to maintain effective work relationships with individual and groups, both internal and external
• Ability to provide tailored instruction and teaching methods that accommodate the differing learning styles of others
• Ability to analyze a process and offer actionable feedback on how to improve the process effectiveness, quality, and efficiency
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to set and manage timelines and priorities to complete the work that has been assigned
• Ability to provide strong customer service to internal and external customers.

Conditions of Employment

• Where a position requires a CDL, you must pass a drug test prior to employment. Commercial drivers and safety impact employees will be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing during 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 are required as part of daily duties
• Performing work in which personal protective equipment will be required to be worn

Overview

The Ancillary Technical Coordinator 1 supports the optimization and management of TDOT's ancillary infrastructure assets in direct coordination with the Ancillary Infrastructure Asset Section team and other department sections. This role assists with implementing asset management strategies and best practices, gathering, verifying, and analyzing data on ancillary infrastructure assets to support asset management planning and decision-making. This position assists with the development, implementation, and oversight of asset management strategies for ancillary infrastructure assets aligning with state and federal requirements. This position also assists with using dashboards, data analytics, and tools that enable data-driven decision-making.

The Ancillary Technical Coordinator 1 interprets and analyzes data to assess TDOT's performance against departmental policies, standards, and goals. This role aids with lifecycle tracking and financial accuracy within the Asset Management System. This role maintains organized records, facilitates responsive communication and collaboration, and enhances operational efficiency and strategic asset utilization within TDOT's Work Program.

Responsibilities

Assist and support the Ancillary Infrastructure Asset Section team and other department sections in implementing asset management strategies, policies, and best practices to optimize TDOT's ancillary infrastructure assets. Manage performance dashboards and create data analytics reports that support data-driven decision-making for budget planning, resource allocation recommendations, and effective maintenance and enhancement of ancillary infrastructure assets within the asset management team.

Gather and analyze level of service data, develop dashboard metrics, and benchmark against other states and industry best practices. Assist and support field-level reviews for ancillary infrastructure assets, collect procedural information, interpret data, and assess TDOT's current performance. Track asset lifecycle and financial accuracy, helping to ensure the right asset is fixed at the right place at the right time.

Identify, evaluate, and document risks related to ancillary infrastructure assets, including structural deficiencies, environmental influences, and service levels. Assess the condition, operational use, and compliance of each asset with TDOT's safety policies, procedures, and standards. Document maintenance requirements to support effective asset utilization and inventory management needs. Maintain ancillary infrastructure asset management databases, ensuring data accuracy and integration with other asset systems to ensure seamless data flow and reporting.

Assist and support training and technical guidance to team members and other technical disciplines on asset management best practices, ancillary infrastructure inspection protocols, and data entry procedures according to the TDOT Technical Training Director requirements. Establish performance metrics and track asset performance over time, generating reports for leadership to support strategic decision-making. Communicate the status of ancillary infrastructure assets, program goals, and resource needs to leadership, government agencies, and the public to foster transparency and support for asset management initiatives.

Identify opportunities for process improvements with ancillary infrastructure asset management practices, incorporating new innovative technologies, methodologies, and efficient measures.

Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers; mentor and provide technical guidance; coordinate with other disciplines as part of a matrix organization; exercise effective listening skills; provide prompt responses; maintain complete and accurate documentation; and communicate effectively. Ensure deliverables are consistent, predictable, and repeatable to provide consistently high levels of achievement, mitigation of risk, and an established track record of success.