SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The District Emergency Manager position with Caltrans in San Luis Obispo County coordinates district-wide emergency management, incident response, and liaison activities across internal divisions. The role requires a PE license, State SOQ submission, and occasional travel.

Hybrid telework is possible, with in-person duties at the district office; employer provides telework based on policy. Salary ranges from $11,437 to $14,315 per month, with state benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Valid driver's license may be required for state vehicle operation.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee District 5 emergency management including incident response and EOC liaison.
• Coordinate with internal divisions to capture information related to active emergencies impacting operations.
• Support other Maintenance functions during emergencies as needed.
• Travel and expanded hours may be required during emergencies.

Skills

Civil engineering

PE license

Emergency management

Job description

Job Posting: District Emergency Manager

Department of Transportation

JC-535257 - District Emergency Manager
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 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: 10/22/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Division Chief of Maintenance, the District Emergency Manager is responsible for overseeing District 5 emergency management which includes but is not limited to: incident response and representation within internal and external Emergency Operations Centers (EOC), incident reporting, emergency planning, serving as the liaison among internal divisions to capture all relative information related to an active emergency impacting normal business operations. Additionally, the District 5 Emergency Manager will support other Maintenance functions with duties described below. During emergencies, unplanned travel and expanded hours for unknown durations will be required to effectively represent and support emergency response throughout the District.

Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.

PARF# 05-27-0169 / JC-535257

Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer 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.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 50 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
Indoor work will be performed will be in a climate-controlled office environment and within a work cubicle or work area under artificial lighting.
Outdoor work to conduct field reviews or collect field data will be required. Field work may expose the incumbent to various field conditions such as loud noise, dirt, uneven surfaces, airborne particles, cold, rainy, or hot weather, heights, and moving vehicles/ equipment.
During emergencies, unplanned travel and expanded hours for unknown durations will be required to effectively represent and support emergency response throughout the District. When traveling, a State owned or leased vehicle may be provided. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's current telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate may be required to conduct business travel on behalf of the Department or commute to the headquartered location. Business travel reimbursements considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-535257
• Position #(s): 905-600-3161-001
• Working Title: District Emergency Manager
• Classification: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
  $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 A
  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: San Luis Obispo County
• Telework: Hybrid
• 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.

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

• This position requires a valid Professional Engineer (PE) License issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers for appointment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

1. Explain your experience developing effective collaboration and communication among multidisciplinary teams including field maintenance, geotechnical services, design, construction, public information, external agencies, and others.
2. Describe your experience with an emergency event that impacted a roadway facility. Using an example of a specific project, explain your role, how you contributed to the solution, a challenge you personally addressed, and the outcome.

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.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact:
Dina Coloma
[phone]
[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Caroline Fiscalini
[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.

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.