Project Management Support Analyst
The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Program/Project Management & Office Engineer (PPM&OE), Office of Project Delivery and Structures Contract Management (OPD&SCM), Project Delivery Support Branch, is recruiting to fill an Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) position, located in Sacramento.
Under the direction of the Project Delivery Support Branch Chief, a Senior Transportation Engineer (Sr TE) (Supervisor), of the OPD&SCM, an AGPA, will work to provide Project Management Support to Project Liaison Engineers, PPM Staff & Contract Managers. Develop project and contract reports that enhance our division's commitment to on time project delivery. Under minimal direction from the Sr TE (Supervisor), the AGPA will perform the more responsible, varied, complex, and highly technical analytical duties; provide project management support by monitoring program expenditures and provide updates to internal and external customers. Updates the OPD&SCM Website as needed and ensures that all the reports, documents, and contacts posted on the website are current and accurate.
PARF# 59-6-311 / JC- 500805
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Associate Governmental Program Analyst 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.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Position located at 1800 30th Street, FMP I, Sacramento, Sacramento County. This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans 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 headquarters 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 headquarters location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
- Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.
Please include 1-2 pages, 12-point font, SOQ response to the questions below. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.
Please address the following:
- Describe your experiences working in a fast paced environment with shifting priorities and critical deadlines.
- Describe your experience in analyzing, preparing, and presenting data reports for decision making by upper management. Please provide an example including the list of computer programs you have used to complete these tasks.
- Describe your experience in communication with internal and external stakeholders and building relationships.
- Describe your experience working on contracts including reviewing contract documents and invoices, reviewing progress reports, preparing reconcilement and expenditure reports, and ensuring compliances with best practices and procedures.
- Describe your training and experiences in updating and maintaining the organization’s website. If you can, please provide an example from your prior employment.
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.
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.
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
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact
Certification Services MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Transportation
Drop-Off Address
Caltrans DHR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento, CA 95816
Closed on weekends and State holidays.
Required Application Package Documents
- 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.
