Job Posting: Branch Chief, Hiring & Position Management Liaisons
Under the general direction of the Office Chief of Planning and Modal Program, Program Management Division (PM2), Hiring and Position Management Liaisons, a Staff Services Manager II, the Staff Services Manager I serves as the Hiring and Position Management Liaisons Branch Chief, overseeing position management, hiring, and personnel related activities for all Planning and Modal Programs (PMP) positions and employees within the districts and PMP divisions. As the supervisor over the liaisons between the Division of Human Resources (DHR) and PMP, the Staff Services Manager I provides guidance and assistance to supervisors and staff on PMP position management, hiring, and personnel activities. The Staff Services Manager I analyzes, interprets and applies a wide variety of personnel laws, rules, policies, and processes, exercising a high degree of initiative and independent judgment when recommending and/or implementing solutions.
PARF# 75-5-060 / JC-472993
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Staff Services Manager I 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
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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
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You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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.
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).
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:
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Transportation
Attn:
Caltrans DHR Contact
Certification Services MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento,
CA
95816-8036
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Transportation
Caltrans DHR Contact
Certification Services MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento,
CA
95816-8036
Closed on weekends and State holidays.
08:00 AM
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05:00 PM
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.
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of the Department's mission, vision, goals, and objectives. Knowledge of the state and related federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Extensive knowledge of administrative functions, including State Personnel policies and practices, and a working knowledge of the planning programs and how they fit into the overall Departmental goals. The ability to consult with and gain cooperation of other State organizations to work independently, and to work under adverse circumstances. Exercise good judgment and tactfully resolve complex and sensitive issues. The ability to prioritize work. Good writing skills, the ability follow oral and written directions, be responsive to the needs of the public and employees of Caltrans and other agencies; analyze situations and take effective action using initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgment. Have an understanding of computer applications, hardware and software, and be able to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports and make sound recommendations.
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-472993), PARF# 75-5-060 and title of the position (Staff Services Manager I) 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.
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.
