Assistant Asset Coordinator

Caltrans: California Department of Transportation; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation agency is seeking a Transportation Engineer (Civil) to assist in the District 10 Asset Management Program. The role involves developing project proposals, coordinating initiatives for the Ten-Year SHOPP Plan, and representing the Asset Management Branch in project reviews. Ideal candidates will have a Professional Engineering License and strong knowledge of engineering principles, mathematics, and design. Join this team to contribute to enhancing transportation across California.

Qualifications

• Must possess high-level knowledge of engineering and design principles.
• Experience in project development and document organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain project tracking.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining the District Ten-Year SHOPP Plan.
• Coordinate with programs to initiate projects for the Ten-Year Plan.
• Represent the district Asset Management Branch in project development.

Skills

Engineering Principles

Mathematics and Geometry

Design Principles

Computer software

Analytical skills

Education

Professional Engineering License (Civil)

Tools

MicroStation

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Asset Management Branch Chief (a Senior Transportation Engineer), the incumbent performs a wide variety of transportation related works involving the District 10 Asset Management Program. Assists in developing and maintaining the District Ten-Year SHOPP Plan. Coordinates with various district and HQ programs to initiate projects to be included into the District SHOPP Ten-Year Plan. Develops conceptual cost estimates and project initiation proposals (PIP). Represents the district Asset Management Branch as part of project development team to review project initiation reports, project reports, PS&E packages and provide guidance related to asset management.

PARF 10-26-0012 /JC-506735

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) 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 search by typing in the classification title.

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 [e-mail] 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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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Position located at 1976 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Stockton, San Joaquin County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. The incumbent will work at workstations within shared cubicles primarily in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. Building temperatures may fluctuate due to heating and air conditioning problems. The incumbent may be required to travel in one-day trips as well as overnight trips and occasionally be exposed to a variety of weather conditions and terrain.

The Caltrans Transportation Engineer (Civil) Rotation Program is a 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 Rotation Program provides opportunities to develop project delivery knowledge, skills, and abilities by rotating through diverse project delivery units. The Rotation Program includes mandatory core assignments in Design and Construction units, as well as a mandatory elective assignment. Each rotation typically lasts 6 to 12 months and may be located throughout the state. An incumbent may be required to go on loan to another project delivery function when there are temporary or peak staffing needs.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

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.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Electronic applications through CalCareers are highly recommended.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or in the process of obtaining list eligibility may apply. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority.

How To Apply

Submit Application Packages to apply for this Job Posting. If submitting hard copy, include STD 678 and required documents. For electronic submission, use your CalCareers account.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's abilities, the following factors will be used for competitive evaluation:

• Must have high-degree knowledge of: Engineering Principles; Mathematics and Geometry; Design Principles; Computer software including E-mail, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, File Maker Pro, MicroStation, Adobe Acrobat; Project Development Procedures Manual; Highway Design Manual.
• Must have the ability to: Make engineering calculations; Maintain a tracking database of active projects; Express ideas clearly in writing and verbally; Prepare PIDs and PIPs; Organize documents; Be open-minded to solutions; Handle multiple priorities; Document information; Communicate professionally with partners; Participate in project PDT meetings.
• Analytical requirements: Analyze situations to identify conflicts/risks and take effective actions; Analyze issues and reach independent solutions; Analyze schedules and provide action plans for deadlines.

Benefits

View the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

The Human Resources and Hiring Unit Contacts are available to answer questions regarding the application process and the position.

Human Resources: Javeeria Tahir, [phone], [e-mail]

Hiring Unit: Saurabh Jayant, [phone], [e-mail]

Reasonable accommodations questions: Caltrans EEO Office, [phone], [e-mail]

Important Application Instructions

The State application (STD. 678) is required and each section must be filled out completely. For mailed or hand-delivered applications, include the Job Control number, PARF, and title on the STD. 678 form. Electronic applications are encouraged.