Description

Under the general direction of the Corridor Manager, a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Assistant Project Manager / Risk Manager provides comprehensive support to the Last Chance Grade Project Manager in overseeing the successful delivery of Last Chance Grade and other complex transportation projects. This position plays a dual role in both day-to-day project management and specialized risk management functions. The incumbent ensures compliance with contract requirements, supports financial accountability, coordinates project meetings and events, develops and implements project controls, and leads risk management activities in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• All candidates must take and pass the applicable examination for this job to be eligible.

• Available examinations can be viewed here https://jobs.ca.gov

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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.

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PARF 01-6-101 / JC 497171

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

Working Conditions

Position is located at: 1656 Union Street, Eureka, CA 95501

Working hours will be set sometime between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

While at their base of operation or teleworking at an off-site location, employees will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial light. Most employees will work in workstations with cubicles. This is in close proximity to other co-workers. Employee may also be required to travel and occasionally conduct field reviews outdoors. This may require exposure to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces and extreme heat or cold.

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 allows for 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 toState candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification orminimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-497171

Position #(s):

901-200-3135-015

Working Title:

Assistant Project Manager / Risk Manager

Classification:

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
$6,488.00 - $12,152.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Humboldt County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

California Department of Transportation

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

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.

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

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: 11/11/2025
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

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

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.

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:

Incumbent must have comprehensive knowledge of the various functional areas in the District, North Region and Headquarters; computer and analytical skills. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with a variety of District, North Region, Headquarters and other representatives involved in project delivery; and be able to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of project initiation and program management concepts, processes and methods is desirable. Knowledge of the program elements within the SHOPP is required as well as Asset Management and Complete Street concepts. Knowledge of Civil Engineering principles, practices, methods, materials and equipment used in the construction of transportation facilities. Must understand the preparation of engineering plans using CADD programs, design details and cost estimates. Ability to analyze engineering problems of moderate complexity and implement effective and reasonable solutions. Incumbent must be able to analyze overall requirements for identifying, programming performance and delivery of all STIP, SHOPP, Minor and Storm Damage projects. Must work with District Staff, Project Managers and Management to analyze, establish priorities and monitor projects throughout all phases to ensure delivery. Must be able to analyze and effectively alert District and North Region Management should programming, asset management and delivery problems/issues arise and recommend corrective action

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:
Salvador Cardiel
(916) 491-0923
salvador.cardiel.jr@dot.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Lori Dusi
(707) 499-6402
lori.dusi@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-497171), PARF# 01-6-101 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.