Job Posting: GIS Specialist
Department of Transportation
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of a Supervising Transportation Engineer and under the lead of a Research Data Supervisor and Senior Landscape Architect in District 7 (D7) Division of Maintenance Roadside Management Office, the incumbent performs Geographic Information System and related database work in support of the Office of Natural Resource Management (ONRM) HM4 Vegetation Program, and other Offices within the Division and District. The GIS Specialist will perform tasks related to mapping, displaying, and reporting the vegetation management work funded by Maintenance and providing geospatial information to the HQ Maintenance Office of Natural Resource Management (ONRM) on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. ONRM work to be converted to GIS data includes Maintenance field activities reported in Integrated Maintenance Management System (IMMS) such as landscaped areas, vegetation management strips, natural vegetation areas, and tree work (primarily C, E and G Families). The GIS Specialist will also work with service contracts, interagency agreements, converting various units of measure to “acres treated” to align with the performance metrics in the Maintenance Strategic Plan (MSP), the Caltrans Strategic Management Plan (SMP), and the Governor’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force. Furthermore, the GIS Specialist has District responsibility for mapping, displaying, and converting the District Vegetation Management Plan, and extracting information from IMMS for the continued development and maintenance of the Division's and District’s GIS Program. The position will assist in the implementation and maintenance of GIS databases, capabilities, and services for Office of Clean California, the Division of Maintenance, and the District. The incumbent will assist in the design, testing, integration, and deployment of spatial and non‑spatial databases as well as GIS web‑based applications for the Vegetation Management Program in the Division of Maintenance, and other Departmental and District use. The incumbent may have lead responsibilities, work on multidisciplinary teams, or have primary responsibilities for a project or support activity. The GIS Specialist represents the District, Division and Department on various GIS steering committees and technical working groups on matters relating to vegetation management. The Governor’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force includes a Monitoring and Reporting Working Group, CALFIRE Fire Resource and Planning (FRAP) enterprise GIS and governance efforts. The incumbent is a technical support liaison and promotes knowledge and use of GIS technology, data governance, and data quality best practices within the Division and District. The incumbent will often work with sensitive and confidential data used for GIS analysis and products for the highest levels in the Department involving policy and strategic matters.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Position located at 100 Main St, Los Angeles 90012, Los Angeles County.
The work environment is fast‑paced and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities, and assignments. It can be demanding and/or stressful. The incumbent will work in an office building in downtown Los Angeles. Office work is performed in a climate‑controlled environment under artificial light. Field work may expose the incumbent to heat or inclement weather, blown dust, traffic or equipment noise; and uneven terrain. Appropriate safety gear provided by the department will be worn for field visits.
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. Employees may be required to conduct business travel on behalf of the Department or commute to the assigned Headquarters location.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12‑point Arial font.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Final Filing Date: 12/18/2025
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.
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
Department of Transportation
California Department of Transportation
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-500838
1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages
Department of Transportation
Caltrans District 7 Los Angeles
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-500838 - MS 50 (DHR)
100 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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.
- Statement of Qualifications – Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
Desirable Qualifications
- Ability to implement GIS apps with ArcGIS Experience Builder and migrate WebApp Builder applications to Experience Builder.
- Knowledge and experience with Python and associated packages such as ArcPy, Pandas, Numpy. Experience with Jupyter Notebooks.
- Experience with creating apps using ESRI Field Maps and Survey123.
- Possess valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot (Drone) Certification.
- Experience with creating dashboard with data analytics platforms (Tableau, Microsoft BI).
Benefits
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Maria Jaurigue, (213) 269‑1867, ces.jaurigue@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Chinwendu Amadi, (213) 220‑5930, chinwendu.amadi@dot.ca.gov
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)
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.
