DISPATCHER-CLERK, CALTRANS

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

State of California's Caltrans is hiring Dispatcher-Clerk positions at the Kingvale Communication Center in Soda Springs, CA. The role involves radio communications with field personnel, logging, and handling multiple computer systems.

Applicants must type 40 words per minute, perform clerical duties, and respond quickly in emergencies. Final filing date, salary details, and application methods are provided in the notice.

Qualifications

• Typing 40 words per minute is required.
• Experience with radio communications and logging is essential.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in high-traffic conditions.
• Proficiency with office software and clerical tasks is needed.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch and log radio communications with field personnel.
• Maintain various electronic systems and post messages in HAR, CMS, IMMS, LCS.
• Prepare reports and statistics on center operations and daily incidents.
• Perform standard clerical duties within the center and ensure proper records.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Radio communications

Multi-tasking

Clerical accuracy

Tools

HAR

CMS

IMMS

LCS

Job description

$4,106.00 - $5,139.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/12/2026

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

These positions are seasonal, limited to 1500 hours per fiscal year, but can be extended

Working under the supervision of a Dispatch Clerk Supervisor, the incumbent dispatches in the Kingvale Communication Center. Typing certificate of 40 wpm required. Must be able to perform efficiently and independently the following duties as stated below.

Radio communications from field personnel, including proper logging procedures of chain controls, maintains various computer/electronic systems and posting of proper messages on the HAR, CMS, IMMS, LCS, etc. Deal effectively with field personnel on the radio, telephone and in person, as well as CHP, ski resorts, trucking companies, private citizens and other State agencies as well as news media.

May be required to work in the center alone and must be able to handle all aspects of the operations. Insure that proper records are kept in conjunction with the TMCAL program on chain control logs and daily incidents for the District Claims office and the TMC. Provide reports and/or statistical data as requested concerning operations of the center.Perform various clerical duties assigned to the center.

PARF 03-27-0320/ JC-533702

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 .

Permanent, intermittent positions and are not subject to Post and Bid. A permanent, intermittent employee may work up to 1,500 hours in any 12 consecutive months. The number of hours and schedule of work shall be determined based upon the operational needs of each department.

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.

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

Working Conditions

This is a readvertisment of JC-522756, if you have already applied to that JC, PLEASE RE-APPLY to this job posting.

Position located at the Kingvale Communication Center located at 51121 Donner Pass Rd., Soda Springs, CA., Nevada County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Required to work in office setting that is high traffic volume, often dealing with many interruptions from this and a high volume of telephone calls. Due to constant interruption, incumbent must have the ability to prioritize and multi-task in order to complete work assignments.

May be required to work overtime due to storms, emergencies, special work projects, covering for sick co-workers or when the Supervisor deems that it is in the best interest of the State to work overtime.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Dispatcher Clerk 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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• DISPATCHER-CLERK, CALTRANS

DISPATCHER-CLERK, CALTRANS $4,106.00 - $5,139.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

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 despite the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

The One-Stop Career Centers may offer free typing tests. For a location near you, visit American Job Center Finder | CareerOneStop .Acceptable typing certificate guidelines may be found here: CalCareers Typing Requirements .

Possessionof 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 andmay be required upon appointment.Applicants with foreign transcripts/degreesmust provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation thatindicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework isequivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a listof evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org .Please redact birthdates and social securitynumbers.

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:

• Ability to type 40 words per minute.
• Knowledge of base radio, radio procedures, radio transmission codes, geography of District 03 and the State of California including locations of highways, counties and principle cities.
• Familiar with office methods and equipment.
• Must be able to perform difficult clerical work including good grammar and spelling.
• Must think and act quickly in emergency situation, read maps and charts quickly and accurately, analyze situations and take effective action, remain calm under extreme pressure, verbally express oneself in a well-organized, clear and concise manner.
• Will be required to work irregular hours, including evening and night shifts, weekends and holidays, voice must be well modulated for radio transmissions, with clear enunciation, orderliness, emotional stability and normal hearing.

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.

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.

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.

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completeds STD. 678, For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-533702), PARF# 03-27-0320, and title of the position (Dispatcher-Clerk, Caltrans) 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.