Job Posting: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Department of Transportation
JC-500801 - ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST RIGHT OF WAY AGENT
Under close supervision of the Senior Right of Way Agent the incumbent will be engaged in a variety of entry‑level Right of Way activities. The incumbent will have varied assignments to reflect training needs and variations in the workload. Will be assigned duties in one or more Right of Way functional areas. The incumbent will be rotated through two to three different assignments in the first two years.
The incumbent is responsible for complex assignments related to Appraisal/Estimating, Acquisition/Condemnation, Utility Relocation, Project Coordination, Planning and Management, Relocation Assistance, Local Programs, Property Management, Excess Land, Airspace and other Right of Way tasks pursuant to established policies and procedures, and applicable State and Federal laws and regulations.
PARF# 04-6-2151 / JC-500801
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Right of Way Agent 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 111 Grand Ave. Oakland, Ca. 94612, Alameda County
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
The incumbent will work in a cubicle setting workstation and climate‑controlled office under artificial light if in Office. However, due to periodic problems with heating and air conditioning, the building temperature may fluctuate. 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.
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 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.
- Please redact birth dates and social security numbers.
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:
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.
Desirable Qualifications
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 State and Departmental policies and procedures, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the acquisition property for public use, principles of appraising, acquisition, relocation assistance, condemnation, title & escrow, real property law.
Knowledge of:
Basic principles of land economics and general concepts and practices in real property transactions; terminology employed in the semi‑legal work involved in real property acquisition and appraisals.
Benefits
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information
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.
Human Resources Contact: David Maxwell (279) 234‑2433 David.Maxwell@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Lam Ngyuen (510) 908‑9125 Lam.Ngyuen@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)
