Don’t see a current opening that you feel matches your skillset, but still interested in submitting your cover letter and resume for consideration? Please do so here!
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) is now accepting applications for full-time positions at our Washington, DC and Frederick, MD offices. Specifically, applicants may submit their resume for consideration for positions in any of the following divisions and focus areas:
- Civil or Transportation Engineering
- Policy and Government Relations
- Transportation Software
- Quality Assurance and Lab Accreditation
- Communications and Marketing
- Technology and Digital Strategy
- Publications
- Finance
- Meeting Planning
Who We Are:
AASHTO is a nonprofit, nonpartisan association representing transportation departments in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. We represent all transportation modes including: air, highways, public transportation, active transportation, rail, and water. Our goal is to foster the development, operation, and maintenance of an integrated national transportation system that is safe and efficient for every individual. We strive to educate the public and key decision makers about the critical role that transportation plays in securing a good quality of life and sound economy for our nation.
The culture displayed at AASHTO is one of inclusiveness. AASHTO fosters a supportive working environment for staff and focuses on both the professional and personal successes of employees. Additionally, employees benefit from a collective workplace that genuinely cares about them and what they do.
Perks and Benefits:
AASHTO offers employees hybrid work schedules for most roles, with remote work up to 2-3 days/week.
Additionally, as a full-time employee, you are eligible for:
- A 403(b) plan with an automatic 3% employer contribution, and up to 9% match.
- Comprehensive health insurance benefits and complimentary employee assistance program (EAP).
- A monthly public transit benefit up to $325, covering most or all of your costs to get to and from the office.
- Generous leave accrual, starting at 13 days of vacation leave, 18 sick days, and 10 paid holidays – 3 of which can be used as floating holidays.
- Tuition assistance up to $7,500 per year for job-related programs and degrees.
- Access to an on-site fitness center at no cost to you, with workout classes offered throughout the week.
- Flexible work schedules.
AASHTO is an equal opportunity employer. AASHTO strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, including those with disabilities or veterans, will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected class under federal or local laws.
What We Do
AASHTO is a nonprofit, nonpartisan association representing highway and transportation departments in the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. It supports state DOTs across air, highways, public transportation, active transportation, rail, and water. Through policy development, technical services, and engineering standards, it helps advance transportation planning, design, construction, and maintenance, and its mission is to help connect America with the transportation system of today and tomorrow.
