State of California
Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief
State of California, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Job Posting:Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief
Department of Transportation
JC-497175 - Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS
$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 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: 11/12/2025
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Under the general direction of the Maintenance District Division Chief, a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Minor B/ Emergency Contracts Branch Chief is responsible for directing and supervising the work activities of a group of engineering employees in developing and implementing minor projects and emergency contracts. This position is subject to callouts and occasionally requires non-standard shifts, usually without prior notice, and involves participation in the district’s emergency response efforts. Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Maintenance District Division Chief, a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Minor B/ Emergency Contracts Branch Chief is responsible for directing and supervising the work activities of a group of engineering employees in developing and implementing minor projects and emergency contracts. This position is subject to callouts and occasionally requires non-standard shifts, usually without prior notice, and involves participation in the district’s emergency response efforts. 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. 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. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement . Working Conditions
Position located at4050 Taylor Street San Diego, San Diego County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
The Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief may work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting while at their base of operation in the district office. May be required to travel and work outdoors occasionally and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, and varying temperatures and weather conditions. When fieldwork is involved, is responsible for ensuring proper safety precautions are communicated and followed by staff. 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. SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief Classification: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. A valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle. This position is subject to callouts and occasionally requires non-standard shifts, usually without prior notice, and involves participation in the district’s emergency response efforts. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position. Please include a 1-2 page SOQ that describes your experience as it relates to this position/duty statement. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in investigating, analyzing, and recommending strategies related to: roadway rehabilitation, pavement traffic, drainage, and structural/geotechnical/construction-related/environmental conditions. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. Experience in problem-solving, demonstrating critical thinking, and resolving conflicts. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience with writing and preparing project plans, specifications, estimates, and other technical documents. Breadth and depth of experience in construction contract administration, including but not limited to change orders, field inspection and testing. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in analyzing staffing and resource needs to develop work plans; monitoring project scopes, costs, and schedules; and managing project and contract changes. Experience with Highway Maintenance (HM) and State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) programs (i.e. bridge, roadway, pavement preservation, Minors, emergency, and mandated programs). Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in acting in a lead capacity, assigning duties, evaluating employee work performance, and evaluating employee abilities. Experience with personnel management and supervision. Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and lead work teams to deliver quality work products efficiently and on schedule. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in performing field inspections/data collection and coordinating with field maintenance and construction staff. Experience responding to field emergencies, evaluating infrastructure issues and damages, and preparing and overseeing the implementation of emergency contracts. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in preparing written correspondence, communicating and coordinating with internal/external partners, organizing meetings, speaking in public, and making presentations. 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. Please visit either of the following twowebsites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org .Please redact birthdates and social securitynumbers. 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: 11/12/2025 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. 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 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 California Department of Transportation Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-497175 1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor Santa Ana , CA 92705 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation California Department of Transportation Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-497175 1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor Santa Ana , CA 92705 Closed on weekends and State holidays. 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 the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
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Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Under the general direction of the Maintenance District Division Chief, a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Minor B/ Emergency Contracts Branch Chief is responsible for directing and supervising the work activities of a group of engineering employees in developing and implementing minor projects and emergency contracts. This position is subject to callouts and occasionally requires non-standard shifts, usually without prior notice, and involves participation in the district’s emergency response efforts. Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Maintenance District Division Chief, a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Minor B/ Emergency Contracts Branch Chief is responsible for directing and supervising the work activities of a group of engineering employees in developing and implementing minor projects and emergency contracts. This position is subject to callouts and occasionally requires non-standard shifts, usually without prior notice, and involves participation in the district’s emergency response efforts. 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. 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. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement . Working Conditions
Position located at4050 Taylor Street San Diego, San Diego County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
The Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief may work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting while at their base of operation in the district office. May be required to travel and work outdoors occasionally and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, and varying temperatures and weather conditions. When fieldwork is involved, is responsible for ensuring proper safety precautions are communicated and followed by staff. 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. SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS Minor B/Emergency Contracts Branch Chief Classification: SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. A valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle. This position is subject to callouts and occasionally requires non-standard shifts, usually without prior notice, and involves participation in the district’s emergency response efforts. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position. Please include a 1-2 page SOQ that describes your experience as it relates to this position/duty statement. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in investigating, analyzing, and recommending strategies related to: roadway rehabilitation, pavement traffic, drainage, and structural/geotechnical/construction-related/environmental conditions. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. Experience in problem-solving, demonstrating critical thinking, and resolving conflicts. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience with writing and preparing project plans, specifications, estimates, and other technical documents. Breadth and depth of experience in construction contract administration, including but not limited to change orders, field inspection and testing. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in analyzing staffing and resource needs to develop work plans; monitoring project scopes, costs, and schedules; and managing project and contract changes. Experience with Highway Maintenance (HM) and State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) programs (i.e. bridge, roadway, pavement preservation, Minors, emergency, and mandated programs). Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in acting in a lead capacity, assigning duties, evaluating employee work performance, and evaluating employee abilities. Experience with personnel management and supervision. Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and lead work teams to deliver quality work products efficiently and on schedule. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in performing field inspections/data collection and coordinating with field maintenance and construction staff. Experience responding to field emergencies, evaluating infrastructure issues and damages, and preparing and overseeing the implementation of emergency contracts. Provide examples that demonstrate your experience in preparing written correspondence, communicating and coordinating with internal/external partners, organizing meetings, speaking in public, and making presentations. 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. Please visit either of the following twowebsites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org .Please redact birthdates and social securitynumbers. 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: 11/12/2025 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. 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 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 California Department of Transportation Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-497175 1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor Santa Ana , CA 92705 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation California Department of Transportation Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-497175 1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor Santa Ana , CA 92705 Closed on weekends and State holidays. 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 the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.
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