$4,279.50

Per Month

Position range in Travis County $4,281.00

• $7,235.00 Per Month DPS
• THP•Negotiator, MCCA•1323
  TEXAS

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT 405

Occupation:

Occupational Health and Safety Specialists

Location:

Austin, TX

• 78752
  

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

09/15/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Selection Required

Updated:

09/15/2026

Expires:

09/28/2026

Agency Job ID:

103975

Job #: 17069416

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Shift

Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.

https:

//erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=103975&PostingSeq=1

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS

Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&GENERAL

DESCRIPTION

Perform complex (journey-level) technical, administrative and boundary spanner work to determine all aspects of assigned motor carrier safety violation cases, resolve negotiable factors of civil penalties (amounts, pay-out schedules, compliance schedules, etc.) and coordinate preparation of case documentation packets for the MCB Attorneys' use in hearings requested by violators. Work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the exercise of independent judgment in resolving details of cases within the limits of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

https:

//hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ComplianceInspectionandInvestigation.pdfApplicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Examine documentation of assigned cases in which enforcement actions (fines, suspensions, closures of operations, etc.) have been initiated due to non-compliance with applicable regulations by motor carriers, to identify and assimilate all relevant factors, to verify accuracy of established civil penalties, and to inform the affected motor carriers of the enforcement actions assessed against them and of their options, under applicable laws and regulations, for responding to the enforcement actions to identifies variables in individual cases to establish a range within which the final penalty content of specific cases can be negotiated.2. Receive and respond to notices of penalties sent to subject firms and take appropriate actions according to the content of each response.3. Arrange meetings with representatives of firms that request revisions/negotiations of penalties to examine assessed penalty content and details of the firms' current status to negotiate amounts, conditions and schedules for satisfying the determined penalty assessments according to legal requirements and the Department's regulatory standards.4. Document results of the negotiations and route them to Motor Carrier management for approval and implementation; process approved or revised negotiated settlements for further processing and filing.5. Study, learn and apply the rules of evidence, legal terminology and composition, including format, sequencing of subject matter and related controls and guidelines for legal documents to participate in expressing findings of case contents and negotiations in a legally acceptable manner.6. May testify before administrative hearings and courts of jurisdiction.7. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.8. Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School Diploma/equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum of (6) months' experience making decisions regarding compliance and regulation factors.

Substitution Note:

Additional work experience of the type described or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

Licensure and/or Certification

• If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures. Interpersonal Skills
• Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers.

Must demonstrate DPS' core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.

Organizational and Prioritization Skills

• Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism. Technology
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems (e.

g. CAPPS, Point) and be able to learn new software/systems.

Presentation/Communication Skills

• Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.

Research and Comprehension

• Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information, and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.

Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail

• Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.

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