Job Posting: TMC Operator

Department of Transportation

JC-435059
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TMC Operator
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

$3,836.00 - $6,857.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 10/4/2024

Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision from the Chief of the District 3 Regional Transportation Management Center (RTMC), a Senior Transportation Engineer, and lead direction from the Lead TMC Engineer, a Transportation Engineer, Civil, the incumbent works in the District 3 RTMC, co-located with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Sacramento Communications Center in Rancho Cordova. The incumbent monitors and analyzes current traffic conditions to improve the safety and reliability of California's transportation system by providing timely and accurate information to California highway workers and road users. The RTMC is a 24-hour facility, and the incumbent will be expected to make informed decisions during traffic emergencies, and on shifts occurring outside of normal business hours. The incumbent may consult with the Supervisor, Lead TMC Engineer and TMC Dispatch Supervisor for direction needed during such instances. The incumbent is expected to be familiar with the counties and routes located within the District 3 boundaries. This position is only available to candidates that successfully pass the Department of Justice background check. The incumbent will be required to sign CHP form 101A annually. This position is considered "mission essential." Possession of a valid driver's license is required to operate a State owned or leased vehicle.

Monitors and analyzes traffic conditions using graphic display systems and computer terminals. Provides assistance in the development of emergency incident operational decisions and contingency plans reviewing proposed detours and permanent CMS locations and messaging. Utilizes the CHP-Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, Transportation Management Center Activity Log (TMCAL) program, Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS), as well as Lane Closure System (LCS) to record actions taken to clear incidents and provide traveler information. Monitors CHP-CAD, scanners and other radios. Monitors media traffic report (TV and Radio). Transmits, receives, and monitors messages to/from the Traffic Management Team (TMT). Collects traffic flow and accident data, maintaining an activity log of all incidents. Monitors freeway operation utilizing surveillance software. Maintains communications with the CHP officer/Operator on Duty, traffic reporters, and public affairs to provide real-time motorist information. Attends periodic briefings with lead to discuss traffic operations and support for construction and maintenance activities including alternative routes and use of CMS, CCTV, HAR elements.

Utilizes a variety of systems to coordinate traffic management and emergency plans, such as Changeable Message Signs, Closed Circuit TV System, Highway Advisory Radios and Freeway Service Patrols.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineering Technician 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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PARF# 03-5-077 / JC-435059

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

Working Conditions

Position located in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento County.

The incumbent will work inside a closed climate controlled room under artificial lighting in a locked and secured building. The incumbent will be required to work overtime, irregular shifts/alternate work schedule, including nights, holidays and weekends; may be required to work temporary and/or intermittent varied work shifts and required to respond to emergency situations and calls. The incumbent will work the Graveyard Shift.

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-435059
Position #(s):
903-350-3175-XXX
Working Title:
TMC Operator
Classification:
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
$3,836.00 - $4,805.00 A
$4,558.00 - $5,705.00 B
$5,480.00 - $6,857.00 C
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
California Department of Transportation
Work Shift:
Graveyard Shift

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

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

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position, but cannot be acted upon unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.

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: 10/4/2024

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.

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
N/A
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact
Certification Services MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Transportation
Drop-Off Address
Caltrans DHR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento, CA 95816
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.
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.

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:
Kathryn Hennessy
(916) 639-6319
katie.hennessy@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Serena Wilden
(530) 720-9449
Serena.Wilden@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 Application 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-435059), PARF# 03-5-077 and title of the position (Transportation Engineering Technician) 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.