Job Posting: LA28 Senior Planning Liaison

Department of Transportation

JC-460848
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LA28 Senior Planning Liaison
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER

$8,425.00 - $10,469.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/21/2025

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Deputy District Director of Planning, Goods Movement, and Local Assistance, the Senior Transportation Planner (Specialist) serves as the District 7 lead on engagement with local agencies involved with developing projects for the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, commonly known as LA28. The incumbent will also receive general direction from the LA28 District Liaison.

The incumbent will work with the LA28 project team and the local agencies to develop project scope requirements, budgets, schedules, and fund requirements for local arterials (off the State Highway System) that are required to make the Games Route Network successful. Work will include overseeing and collaborating with other agencies and facilitating meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to Headquarters, LA Metro, City of Los Angeles, FHWA, USDOT, and others.

The incumbent is expected to act independently in pursuing specific tasks that will provide results toward general goals and objectives as provided by the Deputy District Director and LA28 District Liaison.

This is a one-year limited term position which may become permanent.

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

PARF# 07-5-620  JC-460848

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Planner 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.

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.

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

Working Conditions

Position(s) located in 100 S Main St. Los Angeles CA 90012

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

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’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 headquartered 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.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-460848
Position #(s):
907-162-4724-XXX
Working Title:
LA28 Senior Planning Liaison
Classification:
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
$8,425.00 - $10,469.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - 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

Statement of Qualifications (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 the position.  Please include a 1-2 pages, 12-point font, SOQ that describes your experience as it relates to this position/duty statement. 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. 

1. Provide your knowledge and experience in development of long-range planning documents, and how these planning documents relate to programming and project delivery.

2. Provide examples of experience in projects that align with Caltrans foundational principles of safety, equity, climate action, and economic prosperity.

3. Provide examples of your experience that demonstrate your ability to engage in public forums and develop relationships with transportation stakeholders, local/regional agencies, and the public.

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: 1/21/2025

    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.     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
    California Department of Transportation
    Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact
    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
    California Department of Transportation
    Caltrans DHR Contact
    1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
    Santa Ana, CA 92705
    Closed on weekends and State holidays.
    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:
    The incumbent must have the ability to apply administrative policy, planning and expertise to the District LA28 activities. This involves inventories, evaluation, data collection, analysis, alternative evaluation and selection and choice of reporting techniques. The incumbent must have a thorough knowledge of all Transportation Planning Policy and technical issues internal and external to the Department. The Senior Transportation Planner must have well-developed organizational skills and be able to write effectively and interpret all types of data and comments distributed to the Department. The individual must be able to direct complex work with staff in the District and outside agencies and communicate effectively with the public. The position also requires knowledge of all Federal, State and local laws pertaining to transportation and sustainability, good management practices, budgeting, finance, accounting, legislative processes, and workforce development. The Senior Transportation Planner must be able to analyze planning issues and work with other planning staff to recommend effective courses of action. Also, must be able to make public presentations and competently represent the Department to all individuals and agencies. Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and coordinate the work of professional, technical staff; analyze complex, technical and administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action; supervise the preparation of comprehensive studies and reports including recommendations; make effective presentations to and participate in a variety of meetings and conferences with other government agencies and the public; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others. Ability to generate enthusiasm for the organization, elicit cooperation, and get information over the phone, via e-mail, and in person. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and delegate, manage time, leverage limited resources, and multi-task to meet deadlines.

    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:
    Chad Deuschle
    (916) 662-4844
    Chad.Deuschle@dot.ca.gov
    Hiring Unit Contact:
    Nestor Lemus
    (213) 310-2984
    Nestor.Lemus@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-460848), PARF# 07-5-620 and title of the position (Senior Transportation Planner) 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.

    Application Methods:
    Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
    By Mail
    Drop-off
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