Job Description and Duties Will consider Junior Engineering Technician. Under the supervision of the Branch Chief of Transportation Permits Issuance, a Senior Transportation Engineer (Supervisor), the incumbent, a Transportation Engineering Technician, serves as the Transportation Permits Writer in the Transportation Permits Issuance Branch. The incumbent performs complex technical work pertaining to transportation permits. The incumbent serves as a Permit Writer (single trip, annual, repetitive, and/or variance permits) for processing applications for extra-legal vehicles and/or loads to travel on State highways; acts as a Construction/Maintenance Liaison by keeping the program's database current with restrictions that affect permit routing; reviews/inspects the work of others as a secondary audit; and assists supervisors with reviewing and updating Caltrans' permit policies, best operating practices, and permits processing software. You must be on the Caltrans examination list to be eligible for this position. Eligibility for hire is determined by your score on the exam. The exam is located here: CalCareers 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. PARF# 51-4-061 / JC-427594 You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions This positions headquartered location is Sacramento, CA. Workdays for this position are Monday through Friday. Work hours for this position are 7:00 AM through 5:00 PM. The incumbent works in a climate-controlled office under natural and artificial lighting. Due to periodic issues with heating and air conditioning, building temperatures may fluctuate. Multi-floor buildings are equipped with elevators and stairs. The incumbent may be required to travel periodically to other office buildings (federal and state offices, district offices, local agencies, etc.) and indoor/outdoor field locations. While at field locations, the incumbent may be exposed to uneven surfaces, noise, and varying climate conditions. The incumbent may be required to travel within the state and may be required to travel out-of-state for business operations. Possession of a valid driver's license is required to operate a State owned, leased, and/or personal vehicle. The environment is fast-paced, demanding, and busy; and requires considerable flexibility in managing time, priorities and assignments. The incumbent will be required to work during times of "national emergencies and/or natural disaster." Vacations may be restricted during peak times. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement 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. For further details about this position and/or a copy of the duty statement for Junior Engineering Technician, please contact Gayman Wong at or email at . New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN JUNIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-427594 Position #(s): -XXX Working Title: Transportation Permit Writer Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN $4,425.00 - $5,539.00 B $5,320.00 - $6,657.00 C Shall Consider: JUNIOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN $3,056.00 - $3,826.00 A $3,689.00 - $4,621.00 B # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment. Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network. 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 in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity. Department Website: Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: Director's EEO Policy: Director's EEO Policy Statement: Special Requirements 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. Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. The position(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver's license. This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position, but cannot be acted upon unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ is a narrative of the education, training, skills, and experience that best qualify a candidate for the position. The SOQ also serves as documentation of the candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be no more than two (2) pages in length, 12-Point font and must address the following questions in the same order as listed below. Resumes are accepted but are not required. Resumes do not take the place of STD 678 Application or SOQ. Applicants who do not follow these instructions will not be considered for this job. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. 1. What Experience or Education do you have that will assist you in effectively fulfilling your duties? 2. How would you inspire teamwork, and cooperation when faced with unique or difficult challenges? 3. How would you contribute to our organization by providing exceptional customer service? 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. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: 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: 5/1/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 . 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 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS th Street, MS 90 Sacramento . click apply for full job details