Department of Transportation
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties
Include Job Code (JC-454929) and PARF number 03-5-248 on application (STD 678 form).
Under the direction of the Chief, Office of Local Assistance you will have primary responsibility for the administration and coordination for Federal and State programs with local agencies for various transportation facilities and related activities. Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Implement and manage individual projects for Federal and State approval of funding. Provide guidance to representatives of local agencies, planning organizations (MPO’s and RTPA’s), and other affected agencies and organizations with the programming and delivery of Federal and State funded projects. This includes advising of Federal and State policy and procedures, assisting in managing federal funding programs, reviewing and approving Federal authorization and State allocation funding requests for all phases of a project (PE, R/W, and Construction/Construction Engineering), processing awards and reports of expenditure, performing project close-out reviews and assist the agencies to ensure that the project has met all federal and state requirements.
You must be on the Caltrans examination list to be eligible for this position. Eligibility for hire is determined by your score on the exam. The exam is located here: This is an exam bulletin for Transportation Engineer (Civil) (ca.gov)
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.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is located in Marysville, Yuba County
While at your base of operation, you will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting in Marysville. You will often travel to offices and field locations throughout District 3. To obtain a significant exposure to the variety of State and Federal programs in this branch, it would be desirable for the individuals in this position to make a long-term commitment.
The Rotation Program is 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 Caltrans Transportation Engineer (Civil) 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 employee’s goals. Assignments may involve long term travel and can be located throughout the state.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
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).
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.
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:
Richard C Leonetti
(279) 234-2387
Richard.Leonetti@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Catherine Cha
(530) 720-2697
Catherine.Cha@dot.ca.gov
