Job Posting: Transportation Engineer (Civil)

Department of Transportation

JC-448770
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Transportation Engineer (Civil)
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)

$6,299.00 - $11,798.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 9/20/2024

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief, a Senior Transportation Engineer, the Transportation Engineer (Civil) (TEC) prepares Minor B transportation projects from project initiation through acceptance of construction contracts. The incumbent prepares plans, specifications, estimates, permits, certifications, and other required documents for Minor B construction contracts in compliance with Departmental policies and procedures. Based on the unit workload and delivery commitments, the incumbent performs various transportation engineering tasks of average difficulty accomplished through understanding and applying Caltrans standards, manuals, guidelines, policies, directives, and computer software applications. The incumbent is assigned tasks to expedite the project delivery process. As the incumbent progresses in experience, he/she may be assigned more difficult work and may function as a lead person over the activities of various engineering and technical personnel.

11-5-213 / JC-448770

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Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans examination list. 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. The exam is located here: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Search/ExamSearchResults.aspx#classid=1221

 

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. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination.

For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation.  For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: Find Programs | ABET.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

While at the base of operation, the incumbent works in a climate-controlled environment in an office building, field office, laboratory, and/or trailer. The incumbent may periodically be required to travel to perform fieldwork and may be exposed to dirt, noise, dust, chemicals, uneven surfaces, and extreme weather conditions. Travel, night shift, and overtime may be required.

Travel, night shift, and overtime may be required. This position is subject to callouts and occasionally requires non-standard shifts, usually without prior notice, and involves participation in the district’s emergency response efforts.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-448770
Position #(s):
911-243-3135-911
Working Title:
Transportation Engineer (Civil)
Classification:
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
$6,299.00 - $11,798.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Diego County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity. 

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov 

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf   

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

“Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.”  For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.

Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must also submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for this position.

• Failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may not be considered and may result in disqualification for the interview.
• Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ.
• The SOQ must follow the number format, must respond to the criteria below, must not exceed two pages in length, and be typed in size 11 Arial font.

1. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in preparing reports, plans, obtaining certifications, permits and cost estimates for transportation-related projects.

2. Provide examples that demonstrate your proficiency in software skills with programs such as MicroStation, AutoCADD, Civil 3D, Primavera P6, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Schedule, etc.) and other industry standard software.

3. Provide examples that demonstrate your academic and/or professional experience with transportation related projects in either civil service or private industry (i.e. design, construction firms, etc.).

4. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in preparing and disseminating reports (both oral and written) or studies of a technical nature in either an academic or professional environment.

5. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in working cooperatively with internal and external team members to successfully complete projects in a timely manner.

6. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in critical thinking, innovation, and problem resolution to develop and continually improve processes and products.


Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.  If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification.  Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment.  Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.  Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org.  Please redact birthdates 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.

Final Filing Date: 9/20/2024

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. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(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. 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 - JC448770
1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
Santa Ana, CA 92705

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation
Caltrans DHR Contact - JC448770
1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
Santa Ana, CA 92705
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

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.

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: Basic principles of physics, chemistry, and mathematics as applied to civil engineering; engineering surveying; hydrology and hydraulics; stress analysis; mechanics; strength of materials; properties and uses of engineering construction materials; methods and equipment of engineering construction; engineering economics; contract documents to include but not limited to the Standard Plans and Specification; varying types and methods of industry construction practices; State safety orders, traffic control, field office engineering techniques; testing of materials, computer application to transportation engineering; factors which influence the impact of highways and other transportation facilities on the environment.

Ability to: Use CADD software, word processing and spreadsheet software, access and extract information from a database; do simple mapping and drafting and make neat and accurate computations and engineering notes; comprehend and interpret Standard Plans and Specifications, Special Provisions and Change Orders; prepare designs, plans and specifications for projects; assess contractor's field operations for safety purposes; determine if Contractors have adequate and competent staff performing required work in compliance with contract; inspect construction work and determine if it meets specification requirements; prepare basic correspondence and reports; establish and maintain friendly and cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of the work; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

The incumbent must be able to analyze situations accurately, identify potential conflicts, and adopt an effective course of action; review project schedules and determine the appropriate level and timing of review; recognize significant issues and implement the best course of action; assess circumstances that may require elevation of issues to appropriate level for resolution.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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:
Sandra Byrum
(279) 234-2423
sandra.byrum@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Elizabeth Hamilton
(619) 930-7160
elizabeth.hamilton@dot.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

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) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Applications Instructions:

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-448770), PARF# 11-5-213 and title of the position (Transportation Engineer (Civil)) 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.

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.

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