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Energy Vault is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer to manage roadside asset maintenance and operations under the Office of Drainage and Stormwater Management. The role emphasizes program direction, coordination, and technical leadership. Candidates must hold a valid California Civil PE license and demonstrate substantial expertise in project management and civil engineering.
Under the general direction of the Chief, Office of Drainage and Stormwater Management, a Supervising Transportation Engineer (CT), the Senior Transportation Engineer performs difficult and complex work related to the maintenance and operation of roadside assets, serves as the Program Advisor for the TBMP Program, including HM-233 TBMP Major Maintenance, and the statewide coordinator for TBMP activity performance and related work for the Maintenance Program. Assists the Office Chief in coordination and resolution issues, policy development and implementation of existing and new program elements. Works closely with other branches in the Office, other functional units and agencies to meet departmental needs and mandates. Monitors, tracks, evaluates activities, and projects, makes special reports and investigations and provides recommendations with regard to the program element requirements. Must possess a valid California Civil PE license. Possession of a valid California driver's license is highly desirable.
PARF# 56-5-214/JC-482674
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans 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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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.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
A SOQ of no more than two (2) pages (size 12 font) is required. Resume and cover letters will not take the place of SOQ.
1. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience on balancing multiple priorities.
2. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in developing reports, gathering data, and analyzing technical information.
3. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience with effective written and verbal communication working with internal/external management.
4. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience with ensuring delivery of projects.
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.
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.
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
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 on weekends and State holidays.
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:
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.
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:
This position requires knowledge of various phases of transportation engineering and system planning, project planning, project development, transportation programming and systems analysis, asset management, transportation economics and finances, maintenance and operations, techniques of project and contract management, factors that influence the impact of transportation facilities on the environment, community, and the economy. The incumbent must have the ability to evaluate technical and procedural input from various sources and to develop alternative courses of action and to make objective recommendations from various data sources including AMS, EFIS, IMMS. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to plan and organize activities, assists on a wide range of matters concerning policy development of maintenance functions, roadside management principals, etc. and work effectively and efficiently with internal and external stakeholders. Must have a good working knowledge of statewide maintenance functions and the mission, vision, goals, organizations, policies, and procedures of the Department of Transportation. Considerable initiative is required for this position to improve and implement the programs to meet the Program requirements. Mus have the practical field engineering experience in highway maintenance/construction techniques. Must be able to identify critical roadside inventory items, as well as TBMP maintenance correction strategies and the types of TBMP defects that lead to structural failure, must be knowledgeable of the Department's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit, Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP), air quality, ADL, and other environmental concerns and requirements and related laws.
Must be able to communicate effectively both in writing and orally with all levels of internal and external contacts, including maintenance personnel, especially those who are responsible for maintenance operation and management in the districts and in headquarters.
Must be able to judge work quality and performance, interpret departmental policy, analyze situations accurately, apply sound professional judgment and determine appropriate actions to be taken to meet departmental goals, prepare complete and comprehensive reports and articles and make effective presentations before groups.
Must be proficient in the use of a personal computer, particularly Microsoft Office and Windows software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. The ability to effectively use presentation, project management and data base software such as MS Access, FileMaker Pro, and MS Project is highly desirable.
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
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:
Kevin Hoang
(279) 234-2245
kevin.r.hoang@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Gerardo Dominguez
(916) 247-7218
gerardo.dominguez@dot.ca.gov
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
(844) 368-3367
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
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. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-482674), PARF# 56-5-214 and title of the position (Senior Transportation Engineer) 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.
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.
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