Senior Transportation Engineer, Specialist

Job Description and Duties

Prepare and review complex Project Initiation Documents (PIDs), which is required in the planning phase of project development for programming projects. Coordinate PID development activities with functional units in the District, Headquarters, Regional and Local agencies, and the Federal Highway Administration as required to produce quality PIDs and to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and standards. Utilize Highway Design Manual and Project Development Procedures Manual, as well as, other design manuals in coordination with project sponsors, including Asset Management, to prepare PIDs that will form the basis for programming and designing the project. Develop and implement of Quality Control and Quality Assurance (QC/QA) for the PID workload. Incumbent will represent the PID unit in subsequent phases during the Project Delivery Process.

Prepare, review, and present plans, designs, and reports as required in order to meet project schedules. Responsible to write reports, respond to correspondence, study alternatives, prepare project plans and cost estimates, review PIDs and estimates for completeness and accuracy. Performs various analyses and special projects as assigned by the Supervising Transportation Engineer. Incumbent may be designated as the primary contact for most correspondence that is required for the assigned projects. Attends training to stay current with departmental policies and transportation engineering technology, methods and policies. Represent the District at various formal and informal meetings with representatives from other public agencies, elected officials, consulting firms, and the public. Perform other PID related duties as needed.

PARF# 08-5-569 / JC-474730

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

Position located at 464 W 4th St. San Bernardino, San Bernardino County.

This position requires the majority of work to be performed in a typical office setting in a climate-controlled environment under artificial light. The incumbent may be required to work from the Caltrans District 8 Office or telework from home on a temporary or permanent basis. Effective July 1, 2025, per Executive Order N-22-25, employees will be required to work in the office four days a week.

This position may be eligible for telework, with the amount determined at the Department's discretion and in accordance with Caltrans’ telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needsWhile Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Employees may be required to conduct business travel on behalf of the Department or commute to the assigned Headquarters location. Business travel may be required reimbursements consider an employee’s designated Headquarters location, primary residence, and may be subject to California Department of Human Resources regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the Headquarters location will be the responsibility of the employee.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-474730

Position #(s):

908-800-3161-001

Working Title:

Senior Transportation Engineer, Specialist

Classification:

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
$11,104.00 - $13,898.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

San Bernardino County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

• This position requires a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
  
  

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
  
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required.Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.
  

SOQ Instructions: 2-Pages (Max), single spaced; font should be 11-12pt, Century Gothic; Margins should be 1" margins (left/right/top/bottom). Failure to submit a SOQ will result in disqualification.
Discuss your experience in communicating with other agencies and local organizations, ability to develop networks, build internal and external partnerships, including other District personnel and Headquarters. Describe your experience and knowledge of the Department's policies, standards, and procedures in the application of the Project Initiation Document (PID) and the project development process as it relates to the Duty Statement for this position. Describe your experience evaluating accuracy and completeness of reports/documents, developing solutions, performing Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and making recommendations. Describe an occasion you experienced conflict in the work environment and how you dealt with the situation.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/7/2025
Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation

California Department of Transportation

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact JC-474730

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

California Department of Transportation

Caltrans DHR Contact JC-474730

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

Closed on weekends and State holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
    

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact:
Jessica Garcia
(213) 266-6552
Jessica.Garcia@dot.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Leticia Ayala
(909) 963-9594
leticia.ayala@dot.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Application Instructions

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-474740), PARF# 08-5-569 and title of the position (Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2025

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• CALTRANS Planning and Modal Division

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