Job Description and Duties
Under general direction of the Construction Office Chief, incumbent serves as a Construction Engineers; and / or as a Resident Engineer on a complex project (or group of projects) requiring a large staff to monitor the contractor's operations. Directing the processing of payment to contractors and change orders; responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the difficult engineering and administrative tasks of the District Construction Field Office. Directing the processing of Construction Contract Claims. Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.
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.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer Civil 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 and search by typing in the classification title.
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Working Conditions
Position is located in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County.
The incumbent will be exposed to computers, various lighting conditions - including but not limited to artificial lighting in a standard work cubicle, and may be required to stand or sit for prolonged periods. Must be able to work at a keyboard and focus on complex tasks for long periods of time. While in the field, the incumbent may be exposed to a variety of hazardous and / or unpleasant field conditions, including wet, rainy, cold or hot weather. Hard hat, safety vest or approved safety shirt, and eye protection must be worn at all times in the field. Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required.
New toState candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification orminimum of alternate range when applicable.
Special Requirements
Must possess a valid California Professional Engineers License.
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is requiredand must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant’s education and experience meet the evaluation criteria below and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. You must include specificexamples addressing each of the evaluation criteria listed below. The SOQ must not exceed two (2)pagesin length and written in no less than 12-point font. Each evaluation criteria must be addressed separately and in order.
Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as your response the SOQ. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.
Evaluation Criteria :
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 foreigntranscripts / degrees must provide a transcript / degree U.S. equivalency reportevaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreigncoursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies : . Please redactbirthdates and social security numbers.
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