Caltrans: California Department of Transportation
Tribal Policy Manager
Caltrans: California Department of Transportation, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Tribal Policy Manager
Department of Transportation
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, conducting research and analysis; collaborating with Caltrans, federal, state, tribal, and other partners; and leading 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. PARF# 74-6-046 / JC-495341 Working Conditions
Position located at 1120 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95914, Sacramento County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. While at their base of operation, employee will be required to work in a climate-controlled office, under artificial light and potentially fluctuating building temperatures. Incumbent will be expected to work in office as well as telework. Incumbent will be required to travel in State to meet with Caltrans Districts staff, California Native American Tribes, and other partners as necessary. Out-of-State travel may be occasionally necessary. 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. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. Statement of qualifications (SOQ) required. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font. 1. Describe your professional, educational, and lived experience as it relates to this position including, but not limited to, any experience you have working with Native American Tribal Governments/communities. 2. What constitutes meaningful tribal participation (in the context of policy development, planning, or program development)? Please describe any experience you have in this area. 3. As the Tribal Policy Manager/Liaison you will be responsible for building collaborative relationships with partners inside and outside State government to update and or develop policy to improve how Caltrans works with Native American communities. Provide examples from your work experience that demonstrate your ability to foster collaborative relationships with internal and external partners around policy or systems change. Cite practices and processes used. 4. Please 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. 5. 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 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. 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. 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. Benefits
Benefits summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California. Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Sarah Jones, (530) 649-7564, sarah.jones@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Lonora Graves, (916) 653-6315, Lonora.Graves@dot.ca.gov EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) Department Information
Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
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Department of Transportation
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, conducting research and analysis; collaborating with Caltrans, federal, state, tribal, and other partners; and leading 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. PARF# 74-6-046 / JC-495341 Working Conditions
Position located at 1120 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95914, Sacramento County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. While at their base of operation, employee will be required to work in a climate-controlled office, under artificial light and potentially fluctuating building temperatures. Incumbent will be expected to work in office as well as telework. Incumbent will be required to travel in State to meet with Caltrans Districts staff, California Native American Tribes, and other partners as necessary. Out-of-State travel may be occasionally necessary. 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. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. Statement of qualifications (SOQ) required. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font. 1. Describe your professional, educational, and lived experience as it relates to this position including, but not limited to, any experience you have working with Native American Tribal Governments/communities. 2. What constitutes meaningful tribal participation (in the context of policy development, planning, or program development)? Please describe any experience you have in this area. 3. As the Tribal Policy Manager/Liaison you will be responsible for building collaborative relationships with partners inside and outside State government to update and or develop policy to improve how Caltrans works with Native American communities. Provide examples from your work experience that demonstrate your ability to foster collaborative relationships with internal and external partners around policy or systems change. Cite practices and processes used. 4. Please 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. 5. 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 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. 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. 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. Benefits
Benefits summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California. Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Sarah Jones, (530) 649-7564, sarah.jones@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Lonora Graves, (916) 653-6315, Lonora.Graves@dot.ca.gov EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) Department Information
Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
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