State of California is hiring: Office Chief, Project Management North in Califor

Overview

Office Chief, Project Management North – Department of Transportation (Caltrans)

JC-493285 - Office Chief, Project Management North
SUPERVISING TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Salary: $13,892.00 - $15,782.00 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: 10/15/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) or By Mail/Drop-off

Under the general direction of the Deputy District Director (DDD) for Program Project Management and Asset Management, the incumbent has overall responsibility for the oversight and management of the District's SHOPP, Minor, STIP Programs and locally funded projects. The incumbent supervises a team of senior level project managers, assigns work, and monitors delivery of capital projects within cost, schedule, scope and budget. The incumbent advises Project Management staff and DDD on critical issues that impact program and project delivery and represents the DDD and District Management to external agencies. The role includes leadership to enhance project-level engagement within the communities of District 5.

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

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for telework. Telework arrangements are at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans' evolving policy. In-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. The selected candidate must be able to report to the headquarters location as needed. Business travel may be required. Reimbursement is subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses are the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Minimum Requirements

The minimum requirements are described in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISING TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Salary note: SUPERVISING TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS $13,892.00 - $15,782.00. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

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 diverse and contributes to our organizational success. The Caltrans Director’s EEO Policy and EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

Pursuant to California Code of Regulations § 549.90, this position will be filled via the California Department of Transportation Managerial Selection Program (MSP). Please read the entire job posting before applying. This is a Caltrans Promotional Examination.

Applicants must have a permanent civil service appointment with the Department of Transportation and meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Either

Experience: One year of transportation engineering experience as a senior level engineer in the California state service.

Or

One year of supervisory or managerial experience equivalent in level to a Senior Transportation Planner in the California state service, and two years of civil engineering work at the Associate Engineer level or higher in the California state service.

Or

Broad and extensive (more than five years) transportation engineering experience, two years of which are equivalent in responsibility to the senior level engineer in the California state service.

Examination Information

This examination will evaluate experience and education (E&E) against the class specification. Candidates should complete the STD. 678 and list all relevant experience. This process provides for examination and job-selection specific to the position. All applicants must meet the minimum requirement by the final filing date.

This examination will not establish a civil service list; candidates will not be transferable between departments. Out-of-Class experience may be considered with proper documentation.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 10/15/2025.

Who May Apply: Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, LEAP, or with SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates are given priority. Other eligibility may be considered if no SROA or Surplus applies.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (STD 678 or electronic through CalCareers.ca.gov) and required documents. If mailing or dropping off, use the addresses below. Include MSP 25MSP073 in the STD 678 form.

Address for Mailing Application Packages: Department of Transportation MSP Attn: Gwen Ling (25MSP073) Managerial Selection Process (MSP) MS-86 1727 30th Street, 6th Floor Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages: Department of Transportation MSP Gwen Ling (25MSP073) Managerial Selection Process (MSP) MS-86 1727 30th Street, 6th Floor Sacramento, CA 95816-8036 (Please place in examination unit drop box in the lobby, 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 timely may not be considered:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application through CalCareers.ca.gov). Include all experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is optional but may be included.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) - Provide detailed examples addressing each SOQ question. Submit PM-0504 in the Additional Documents section. The PM-0504 is limited to 2000 characters per box.

Additional Information

Please include MSP# 25MSP073 and the title of the position on the STD 678. Please take the Caltrans Recruitment Survey to share how you heard about this job!

Veteran/Service member considerations per Government Code Section 18991; submit DD214 if applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer. It is also a drug-free workplace; applicants will be expected to comply with this objective.