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Caltrans District Homeland Security Coordinator is a permanent, full-time role based in Yuba County with hybrid telework. The incumbent maintains the Emergency Management program readiness, oversees EOC operations, and coordinates training and exercises for district staff.
The position also serves as Hazmat Coordinator, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards. The candidate will hold relevant certifications, including SEMS/NIMS training, and a valid California Class C
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.
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.
Job Code #: JC-535759
Position #(s): 903-600-6282-023
Working Title: District EOC/Hazmat Coordinator
Classification: CALTRANS MAINTENANCE AREA SUPERINTENDENT
$7,306.00 - $9,068.00
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: Yuba 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
Under the general supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Manager II, the incumbent serves as the District Homeland Security Coordinator and Maintenance Hazardous Materials Coordinator. As the District Homeland Security Coordinator, the incumbent is expected to maintain the Caltrans' Emergency Management program at a readiness level to respond to any massive disaster emergency such as earthquake, flood, natural or man-made disaster, etc. The incumbent is required to maintain three District 3 Emergency Operations Center (EOC) rooms and keep resources up to date for use in situations such as an emergency, internal training exercises and external agency's exercises, related to Emergency Management. Incumbent is expected to plan, organize and coordinate monthly EOC training exercises as well as disseminate training requirements for EOC designated staff. The incumbent is required to complete Standardized Emergency Management System/National Incident Management System (SEMS/NIMS) training through FEMA and will be a member of District 3 Emergency Management Committee.
As the District Hazmat Coordinator, the incumbent shall comply with all guidelines specified in the Maintenance Manual, Volume 1, Chapter D-5. The incumbent should possess, or will be expected to obtain within one year, a valid Hazardous Materials Specialist Certificate, as specified by the California Code of Regulation Title 19, Section 2510-2560, issued by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services. The incumbent should possess, or will be expected to obtain within one year, a Hazardous Materials Instructor Certification at the First Responders Operational and Awareness Levels as specified by Chapter 7 of Division 1, Title 2; California Government Code 8574.19-23, issued by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services. Incumbent is required to hold a valid Class C Driver’s License.
PARF# 03-27-0378 / JC- 535759
Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 .
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