DISPATCHER-CLERK, CALTRANS

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

Job summary

The State of California is hiring a Dispatcher-Clerk at the Kingvale Communication Center in Soda Springs, CA. You will dispatch field personnel via radio, maintain chain control logs, and post messages across HAR, CMS, IMMS, and LCS systems.

You must handle high-traffic communications, follow logging procedures, and may provide incident reports and data as required. A 40 wpm typing certificate is preferred, and some overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Field radio communications and proper logging procedures.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-traffic office environment.
• Typing certificate of 40 wpm is desired.

Responsibilities

• Dispatches in the Kingvale Communication Center.
• Maintain logs and messages on HAR, CMS, IMMS, LCS, etc.
• Provide reports and statistical data as requested.
• Perform various clerical duties assigned to the center.

Skills

Radio communications

Logging procedures

Multi-tasking

Typing 40 wpm

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: 9/12/2026

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 is desired. 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 03-27-0029 / JC-530689

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

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.

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.

Duty Statement

Working Conditions

This is a reposting of JC-522756. If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to re-apply. Your application will be considered.

Position located at theKingvale 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.

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.

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• 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.

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 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.

Required Application Package Documents

• 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.

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.

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.