This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)

Be a part of our innovative Sacramento-based engineering team at Caltrans, where we are driving the advancement of transportation asset management. This role offers an opportunity to develop and implement new practices, tools, and strategies, while working on interdisciplinary teams. We are seeking a motivated engineer with strong analytical and communication skills, along with experience in engineering data analysis. This position exposes you to various department functions, paving the way for career growth. You will play an integral role in integrating asset management by conducting analyses, collaborating with experts, and providing guidance. Seize the opportunity to join our skilled and creative team, playing a crucial role in California's adoption of asset management and shaping the future of smart and effective transportation project decisions!

PARF# 56-27-0054 / JC-534466

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) 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.

Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Civil in-person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at  for additional information prior to taking the online examination.

For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation.  For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: Find Programs | ABET.

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Working Conditions

This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent. 

Position located at 1530 12th St, Sacramento County.

The Caltrans Transportation Engineer (Civil) Rotation Program is a mandatory 24 month to 33 months rotation assignment for all permanent, full-time Transportation Engineer (Civil) employees that have completed their probationary period hired by Caltrans Districts after June 22, 2018, or an earlier date as determined by the Districts. The purpose of Rotation Program is to provide opportunities for employees and Caltrans to benefit by participating in a standardized process that systematically engages newly hired engineers. Participants will develop well-rounded project delivery knowledge, skills, and abilities by rotating through diverse project delivery functional units. The Rotation Program includes mandatory core assignments in Design and Construction units, as well as a mandatory elective assignment. Each rotation assignment is typically between 6 to 12 months and will be based on workload needs and the employee’s goals. Assignments may involve long term travel and can be located throughout the state.

In addition to the Caltrans Transportation Engineer (Civil) Rotation Program, an incumbent may be required to go on loan to another project delivery function when there are temporary or peak staffing needs in those areas.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. 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 worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered 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.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.
• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application
• The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education and experience meet the evaluation criteria below and qualify them for the position
• The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing
• You must include specific examples, including the length of time of each statement of experience, addressing each evaluation criteria listed below
• The SOQ must not exceed two (2) pages in length and be written in no less than 12-point font
• Each evaluation criteria must be addressed separately and in order
• Please number and repeat each criterion and provide full answers under each criterion
• Please provide responses to the following four questions
• Include years of experience, level of expertise, and cite specific examples that best demonstrate qualifications. 1) Describe your experience and knowledge of asset management related principles and how you have applied them in previous roles.2) Elaborate on your experience conducting engineering analyses to evaluate project benefits, performance, or other relevant metrics that inform decision-making.3) Describe your experience using software tools, such as advanced spreadsheet functions, numerical analysis software, database systems, geographic information systems, scripting/programming languages, or other analytical tools, for the analysis and presentation of engineering data.4) Describe your experience in preparing, writing, or editing engineering reports, presentations, and other communication materials for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Submission of a resume is optional but strongly encouraged
• Information provided on the state application, resume, and the required Statement of Qualifications will be scored to determine candidates to be interviewed
• 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: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for CalTrans is Chuck Callahan.

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