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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 workplace. 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.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-495341 Position #(s): 900-074-4800-023 Working Title: Tribal Policy Manager Classification: STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I Minimum Salary: $7,172.00 – $8,910.00 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Senior Tribal Advisor, a Supervising Transportation Planner, within the Caltrans Director’s Office of Equity and Tribal Affairs (ETA), the Staff Services Manager I (Specialist), Tribal Policy Manager, leads in developing and updating key departmental policies to support Caltrans’ efforts to improve opportunities and recognition of Tribal Governments, entities, and communities. The Tribal Policy Manager will manage policy‑related work due to the implementation of Assembly Bill (AB) 776 (Holden, 2023), future enacted legislation, and other ETA relevant priorities. The incumbent will act as project manager for policy updates, conduct research and analysis, collaborate with Caltrans, federal, state, tribal, and other partners, and lead meetings and other activities related to the development and update of Caltrans tribal transportation policies. In coordination with the ETA Tribal Special Projects Manager, Native American Liaison Branch, and District Native American Liaisons, the incumbent will participate in meetings with Tribal governments and entities related to the implementation of AB 776 and other ETA policy priorities to understand and identify tribal needs and collaboratively develop policy recommendations. The Tribal Policy Manager will be responsible for legislative analysis and for tracking and reviewing legislation that might impact Caltrans and Tribes’ joint priorities.
Eligibility for Hire Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Staff Services Manager I 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.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Statement of qualifications (SOQ) required. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, 12‑point Arial font, and include the following: • Describe your professional, educational, and lived experience as it relates to this position, including experience working with Native American Tribal Governments/communities. • What constitutes meaningful tribal participation in the context of policy development, planning, or program development? Provide examples. • Provide examples of how you have built collaborative relationships with partners inside and outside State government to update or develop policy to improve how Caltrans works with Native American communities. • Provide an example from your experience of how you ensure clear communication and alignment of objectives across different partners when managing a cross‑functional project. • Summarize your experience developing or analyzing policies and highlight examples of creative or innovative policy solutions you have contributed to.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date (11/10/2025). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be considered. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
When submitting your application electronically, use your CalCareer Account at
www.CalCareers.ca.gov . To send a hard copy, include the completed copy of the Application Package listing and ship to the address listed under Application Instructions.
Required Application Package Documents: • State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent) • Resume (optional) • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Contact EEO for questions regarding reasonable accommodations.
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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 workplace. 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.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-495341 Position #(s): 900-074-4800-023 Working Title: Tribal Policy Manager Classification: STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I Minimum Salary: $7,172.00 – $8,910.00 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Senior Tribal Advisor, a Supervising Transportation Planner, within the Caltrans Director’s Office of Equity and Tribal Affairs (ETA), the Staff Services Manager I (Specialist), Tribal Policy Manager, leads in developing and updating key departmental policies to support Caltrans’ efforts to improve opportunities and recognition of Tribal Governments, entities, and communities. The Tribal Policy Manager will manage policy‑related work due to the implementation of Assembly Bill (AB) 776 (Holden, 2023), future enacted legislation, and other ETA relevant priorities. The incumbent will act as project manager for policy updates, conduct research and analysis, collaborate with Caltrans, federal, state, tribal, and other partners, and lead meetings and other activities related to the development and update of Caltrans tribal transportation policies. In coordination with the ETA Tribal Special Projects Manager, Native American Liaison Branch, and District Native American Liaisons, the incumbent will participate in meetings with Tribal governments and entities related to the implementation of AB 776 and other ETA policy priorities to understand and identify tribal needs and collaboratively develop policy recommendations. The Tribal Policy Manager will be responsible for legislative analysis and for tracking and reviewing legislation that might impact Caltrans and Tribes’ joint priorities.
Eligibility for Hire Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Staff Services Manager I 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.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Statement of qualifications (SOQ) required. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, 12‑point Arial font, and include the following: • Describe your professional, educational, and lived experience as it relates to this position, including experience working with Native American Tribal Governments/communities. • What constitutes meaningful tribal participation in the context of policy development, planning, or program development? Provide examples. • Provide examples of how you have built collaborative relationships with partners inside and outside State government to update or develop policy to improve how Caltrans works with Native American communities. • Provide an example from your experience of how you ensure clear communication and alignment of objectives across different partners when managing a cross‑functional project. • Summarize your experience developing or analyzing policies and highlight examples of creative or innovative policy solutions you have contributed to.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date (11/10/2025). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be considered. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
When submitting your application electronically, use your CalCareer Account at
www.CalCareers.ca.gov . To send a hard copy, include the completed copy of the Application Package listing and ship to the address listed under Application Instructions.
Required Application Package Documents: • State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent) • Resume (optional) • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Contact EEO for questions regarding reasonable accommodations.
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