Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Traffic Division Chief (Supervising Transportation Engineer) the incumbent is responsible for District 5 Traffic Operations Program. Serves as the District Traffic Manager (DTM) and Traffic Operations Branch Manager including initiation of projects, analysis and reviewing of the Capital Program as related to Traffic Operations. Work will include data gathering, analysis, alternative evaluation, recommendations, and review of reports compiled by staff engineers. Responsible for preparation of Traffic related studies reports and documents for all phases of the Capital delivery related to Traffic Operations. The position is responsible for decisions related to Traffic Control Devices, Traffic Management, some Traffic Safety Devices and recommendations for changes or improvements to the state highway. In addition, the engineer provides safety and operational advice, and review to Project Development, Construction, and Maintenance as they design, construct, and maintain the projects delivered by the District and Central Region.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer  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 and search by typing in the classification title.

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PARF# 05-5-305 / JC- 445123

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Working Conditions

Position located in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County.

The majority of the work performed will be in a climate-controlled office environment and within a work cubical or work area under artificial lighting. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s current telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, 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 may be required to conduct business travel on behalf of the Department or commute to the headquartered location. Business travel reimbursements considers an employee’s designated Headquarters Location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Outdoor work to conduct field reviews or collect field data may occasionally be required. Fieldwork may expose the incumbent to various field conditions such as loud noise, dirt, uneven surfaces, airborne particles, cold or hot weather, heights, and moving vehicles/equipment.While performing duties and conducting official State business, the State vehicle may be equipped with a Global Positioning

System (GPS).

Travel, including one-day or multiple overnight trips, may be required.

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

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.

SOQ must be no longer than two pages in length and failure to include a SOQ will disqualify the applicant from being considered for the position. The SOQ must address the applicant’s qualifications relative to the following:

1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in principles of complex roadway engineering projects and construction of roadway projects.
2. Demonstrated experience in working in a customer service environment which includes working with challenging customers.
3. When considering the Caltrans 2020-2024 Strategic Plan, how would you achieve the goals of Cultivate Excellence in this position.

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.  Here is a list of evaluation agencies: . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Benefits

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Important Applications Instructions:

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.

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 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.

Job Tags

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