Quality Consultant (Right of Way), Austin Transportation & Public Works

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Austin Transportation and Public Works (ATPW) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general supervision serves as a subject matter expert related to continual improvement activities which includes quality assurance, process improvement and risk mitigation activities within the organization.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Supports projects related to the development of improvement of organizational programs, processes, and systems.
  
• Uses quality assurance methodologies to assist with current state analysis assessments.
  
• Conducts continuous improvement projects for business units within the organization.
  
• Supports risk mitigation evaluations to improve organizational performance.
  
• Conducts assessments of organizational systems and processes.
  
• Supports project teams and organizational change efforts.
  
• Conducts continual improvement training.
  
• Supports the organizations quality center of excellence.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
  

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.

• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies.
  
• Knowledge of performance measure development analysis.
  
• Knowledge of applicable City of Austin, State, and Federal statutes, ordinances, and codes.
  
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
  
• Skill in communication in a variety of formats including print, oral and formal presentations.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with other City employees and the public.
  
• Ability to look at situations systematically.
  
• Ability to work independently.
  
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply detailed and complex information.
  
• Ability to implement recommendations.
  
• Ability to identify and analyze system faults.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job, plus three (3) of experience related to the job.
  
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• None
  

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience in organizing and tracking data reports.
  
• Advanced skill in researching and resolving data and process issues.
  
• Expertise in delivering timely, thorough, and constructive feedback and guidance.
  
• Experience in identifying and documenting technical requirements.
  
• Experience managing IT projects and application support and development.
  
• Experience with development, planning, and/or engineering.
  
• Experience using the City of Austin’s AMANDA system.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The Right of Way Management Division with Austin Transportation and Public Works is seeking a dedicated and experienced Quality Consultant to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of our data and business processes, as well as supporting the technical proficiency of our team members. This position also contributes to the growth and improvement of our core business functions by meticulously documenting and tracking technical issues and process changes. Division functions include right of way permitting, inspection, enforcement, traffic control plan review, utility coordination, and project coordination.

The ideal candidate is a focused, independent worker who takes initiative, possesses strong analytical and communication skills, is passionate about ensuring data and process integrity and supporting team development, and has a trouble-shooter mindset.

Pay Rate: $71,630 - $90,980 annually.

Location: Permitting and Development Center - 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.

Watch Inside TPW to learn more about Austin Transportation and Public Works and its role in the region's mobility landscape.

Working for the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities, and more. Click here for more information on City of Austin Benefits !

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. Essential Employees during emergencies play a role in ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare of our community and ensuring City operations continue.

A Cover Letter and Resume are required for this position. Please be sure to upload these documents for consideration

READ THIS STATEMENT regarding your Application :

A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history (to include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates) on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (e.g., "see resume" or "see LinkedIn Profile"). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.

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Close Job Posting: Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.

Please be aware the Posting End 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.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Office Location Notes: Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

PLEASE NOTE: Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

Video Conferencing Software Technology: Austin Transportation and Public Works uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

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: 2026-02-17

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