Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: April 1, 2023 • Download all data
POSITION
Program Specialist V
Texas Department of Transportation
This position is categorized as program management, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $48,278 to $78,953. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
113
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Median salary
$66,480
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Average salary
$66,758
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as female.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 76 | $64,376 | |
| Male | 37 | $68,874 |
Employees by race
Most employees who hold this position identify as white.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian | 4 | $69,667 | |
| Black | 15 | $66,186 | |
| Hispanic | 33 | $66,840 | |
| White | 61 | $64,252 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Texas Department of Transportation for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 8 | $67,422 | |
| 1-10 years | 74 | $65,153 | |
| 10-20 years | 16 | $66,502 | |
| 20+ years | 15 | $68,640 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 113 | $66,480 |
Current employees
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