ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (MANAGERIAL)

Caltrans District 3; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans District 3 seeks an Environmental Program Manager I (Managerial) to oversee environmental studies, ensure compliance with laws, and lead the Office of Environmental Maintenance Special Projects. The role offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth within California's Department of Transportation.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to interpret environmental regulations and manage projects.
• Experience in compliance and environmental assessments required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee environmental studies and permit compliance.
• Manage Office resources and staffing; review environmental documents.
• Represent the district on statewide significance projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Environmental Modeling Tools

Data Analysis Software

Job description

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Job Posting: Office Chief

Department of Transportation

JC-481101

Office Chief

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (MANAGERIAL)

$13,474.00 - $15,301.00 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: 6/25/2025

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

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Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the District Division Chief for District 4 Maintenance, a Principal Transportation Engineer, the incumbent serves as Office Chief for the Office of Environmental Maintenance Special Projects. In this capacity, the incumbent oversees the development of comprehensive environmental studies, permit compliance, and fulfillment of mitigation commitments. The incumbent manages the Office's resources and staffing needs; reviews environmental documents, technical reports, plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E), and other records for accuracy and compliance with local, state and federal laws. The Office Chief represents the district in matters of statewide significance. The Office Chief may also serve as Acting Division Chief for EPE when delegated.

The incumbent attends and participates in meetings, conferences, and workshops to confer, advise, learn, and share technical and administrative information about project delivery and environmental compliance, as carried out by the offices to ensure it is meeting its mandated requirements and strategic objectives, as well as preparing the office to meet forthcoming statutory, regulatory, legislative and program changes.

PARF# 04-6-0863 / JC- 481101

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Environmental Program Manager I (Managerial) 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.

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.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 111 Grand Avenue, Oakland, Alameda County.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (MANAGERIAL)
  
  

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement
  
  

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-481101

Position #(s):

904-606-0760-XXX

Working Title:

Office Chief

Classification:

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (MANAGERIAL)

$13,474.00 - $15,301.00

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:

Alameda County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

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. 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.

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

• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.
  
  

The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position. Please include a 1-2 pages, 12-point font, SOQ that describes your experience as it relates to this position/duty statement. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

SOQ Questions:

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and implement the Caltrans Strategic Plan while leading staff towards completion of project commitments on schedule and within allocated resources.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision and management, which include workload balancing, employee safety, staff development, and implementation of policies on equal employment opportunity, ethics, code of conduct, and discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovation while resolving environmental challenges or implementing environmental policies and processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency in communication skills, both orally and in writing (e.g., presentations, negotiations, providing solutions to staff, management, and other departmental decision makers, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and maintain working relationships with internal and external partners, as well as represent Caltrans in public forums and serve in a consulting/coordinating capacity with local agencies and other departmental functions.
  
  

Possession of 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 and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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: 6/25/2025

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

Closed weekend and State holidays

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
  

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:

• Knowledge of environmental impact assessments, sustainability practices, and climate change mitigation strategies.
• Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), data analysis software, or environmental modeling tools.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and evaluation of environmental initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports, presentations, and public engagement materials.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and private organizations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to changing regulations or priorities.
• Commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.A strategic thinker with a track record of innovation in environmental program development
  
  

Knowledge of: Broad knowledge of California and Federal environmental regulatory and resource management laws, regulations, plans, programs, and policies relating to Caltrans' Mission; basic principles of land, water, fish, wildlife, and other natural resources research; principles of ecology, resource management, hydrology, and geology; statistical methodologies; land-use practices with reference to their general effect on human health, natural resources, and the environment; effects of hazardous and non-hazardous waste material and their interactions on water quality and the environment; basic principles of risk assessment and risk management; concepts employed in a variety of disciplines induding environmental planning, economics, environmental engineering, and resource management.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

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:

Amrita Sharma

[phone]

[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact:

Myeast McCauley

[phone]

[e-mail]

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

[phone]

[e-mail]

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 Application 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-481101), PARF# 04-6-0863 and title of the position (Environmental Program Manager I) 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.

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