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Many Jobs Open to Repair
and Improve Transportation
Infrastructure

In response to the Administration’s emphasis on infrastructure maintenance and improvement, the Dept of Transportation is hiring in large numbers.

Transportation includes 11 Agencies and offers a wide range of job openings nationwide at all levels.

President Obama continues to emphasize the need to improve the nation’s infrastructure, particularly, transportation infrastructure. He has introduced legislation that would fund billions of dollars in repairs and improvements to roads, bridges, rail systems and so on. In support of the President’s goals the Dept of Transportation has posted some 80 openings to the current vacancy list. Many vacancies are for multiple hires.

The Administration’s goals require engineering and science talent. As a result many jobs are open with Transportation in technology. However, the Department also needs administrative and support personnel at mid and senior levels to accomplish the work.

Broadly Based Department
Transportation’s careers website cites its interest in recruiting people with a sincere interest in transportation issues. Its career website states, “...we’re looking for motivated people with new ideas – people who want to make a difference – to ensure our transportation system continues to lead the world.

The Department consists of 11 different Agencies which cover a wide range of activities and correspondingly a broad range of occupations. Each Agency has many offices throughout the U.S.

Agencies Within Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Highway Administration
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Federal Railroad Administration
Federal Transit Administration
Maritime Administration
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Research and Innovative Technology Administration
Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation

Jobs Now In Demand
Following is a summary of the various jobs that are open now or that open regularly in the DOT.

Federal Aviation Administration controls the nation’s skies and otherwise regulates all aspects of civil aviation in the country. Following are active job titles:

Title Code Salary
Air Traffic Control Specialist Trainee FG-2152 $37,070 - $139,953
Airway Transportation Systems Spec FV-2101 $41,563 - $78,355

Federal Highway Administration provides financial and technical support to state and local governments for constructing, improving, and preserving the highway system. Some current jobs that may or may not be open at present, but do open regularly include:

Title Code Salary
Civil Engineer GS-0810 $38,790 - $89,450
Realty Specialist GS-1170 $85,500 - $137,740
HR Specialist GS-0201 $74,872 - $115,742

The purpose of Federal Railroad Administration is to promote rail safety and conduct research and development in support of improved railroad efficiency. The FRA is a leader in the development of intermodal transportation (containers shipped by sea, rail and road). Some current jobs that may or may not be open at present, but do open regularly include:

Title Code Salary
General Engineer GS-0801 $84,697 - $110,104
Railroad Safety Inspector GS - 2121 $73,655 - $95,750

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has the very focused mission of reducing deaths, injuries and economic losses resulting from motor vehicle crashes. No jobs are open at present but vacancies are expected during the year.

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has a very focused mission, to ensure that hazardous materials are transported safely by pipeline, airplane, train, boat, or on the nation's streets and highways. Some current jobs that may or may not be open at present, but do open regularly include:

Title Code Salary
General Engineer GS-0801 $77,579 - $119,626

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation is a wholly owned government corporation created to construct, operate and maintain the St. Lawrence Seaway between Montreal and Lake Erie. The Agency serves the U.S. intermodal transportation system by helping to provide a safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible deep-draft waterway in the St Lawrence. No jobs are open at present but vacancies are expected during the year.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is another Agency with a highly focused mission – to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses. Some current openings jobs that may or may not be open at present, but do open regularly include:

Title Code Salary
Transportation Assistant GS-2102 $37,365 - $53,983
IT Specialist GS-2210 $89,033 - $115,742

The Maritime Administration promotes intermodal transportation. It regulates and enhances shipping, shipbuilding, port operations, vessel operations, national security, environment, and safety. It is also charged with maintaining the health and education of mariners current and future. Some current jobs that may or may not be open at present, but do open regularly include:

Title Code Salary
Administrative Assistant GS-0341 $62,467 - $81,204
Training Instructor GS-1712 $64,729 - $84,146

The Federal Transit Administration supports through financial and technological assistance the business of mass transportation throughout the U.S. including that on buses, subways, light rail, commuter rail, streetcars, monorail, passenger ferry boats, inclined railways, and people movers. Some current jobs that may or may not be open at present, but do open regularly include:

Title Code Salary
Environmental Protection Specialist GS-0028 $87,306 - $113,496

The Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) coordinates the Department of Transportation's (DOT) efforts to improve the nation’s transportation system. RITA provides research, compiles statistics and maintains transportation educational centers. Some current openings include:

Title Code Salary
Economist GS-0110 $51,781 - $97,787

How To Apply
Candidates interested in any of the occupations cited above should check this website for current job listings.

Following are the website of the Agencies authorized to make the biggest workforce gains under the new budget.

Office of the Secretary of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Highway Administration

Federal Railroad Administration

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

The Maritime Administration

The Federal Transit Administration

The Research and Innovative Technology Administration
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