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This range is provided by Caltrans. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range Equal Opportunity Employer
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-503053
Position #(s): 913-690-3135-XXX
Working Title: Assistant Maintenance Complete Streets Coordinator
Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
Salary ranges:
A: $6,488.00 – $7,735.00
B: $7,428.00 – $9,296.00
C: $8,896.00 – $11,131.00
D: $9,712.00 – $12,152.00
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Sacramento 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.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Job Description And Duties Under the supervision of a Supervising Transportation Engineer, and functional direction of the Senior Transportation Engineer (Specialist) in the office of Maintenance Special Programs, the Transportation Engineer (civil) position is responsible for assisting in managing the Maintenance Complete Streets Program. The incumbent will work in partnering with internal and external stakeholders in reviewing, developing, and updating websites, databases, GIS data, guidance, manuals, and electronic tools of Complete Streets facilities and inventory verification, validation, and condition assessment. The incumbent will assist in providing training and guidance to District Maintenance Engineers and other stakeholders on processes and best practices for Complete Streets. The incumbent works closely with Districts and other stakeholders to meet the Program’s objectives and requirements. Some travel to meet internal and external stakeholders is required. A valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is highly desired.
Eligibility and Examination Information
Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Civil in‑person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination.
For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation. For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: Find Programs | ABET .
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not 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.
Describe your experience in field experience and data collection.
Demonstrate your knowledge and experience of Complete Streets elements.
Please provide examples of experience and qualifications related to the Duty Statement.
Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance policies, guidelines, and standards.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 1/14/2026.
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).
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
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TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
role at
Caltrans
This range is provided by Caltrans. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range Equal Opportunity Employer
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-503053
Position #(s): 913-690-3135-XXX
Working Title: Assistant Maintenance Complete Streets Coordinator
Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
Salary ranges:
A: $6,488.00 – $7,735.00
B: $7,428.00 – $9,296.00
C: $8,896.00 – $11,131.00
D: $9,712.00 – $12,152.00
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Sacramento 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.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Job Description And Duties Under the supervision of a Supervising Transportation Engineer, and functional direction of the Senior Transportation Engineer (Specialist) in the office of Maintenance Special Programs, the Transportation Engineer (civil) position is responsible for assisting in managing the Maintenance Complete Streets Program. The incumbent will work in partnering with internal and external stakeholders in reviewing, developing, and updating websites, databases, GIS data, guidance, manuals, and electronic tools of Complete Streets facilities and inventory verification, validation, and condition assessment. The incumbent will assist in providing training and guidance to District Maintenance Engineers and other stakeholders on processes and best practices for Complete Streets. The incumbent works closely with Districts and other stakeholders to meet the Program’s objectives and requirements. Some travel to meet internal and external stakeholders is required. A valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is highly desired.
Eligibility and Examination Information
Candidates are required to review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. If you meet MQs under Pattern II and require the TE Civil in‑person written hurdle exam, DO NOT TAKE the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle. Candidates who take the TE Civil online exam prior to passing the written hurdle may negatively impact their hiring eligibility. Please contact the exam unit at askexams@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination.
For clarification on the education requirement of the minimum qualifications, please reach out to the Human Resources Contact prior to taking the online Training and Experience Evaluation. For a list of ABET accredited schools, please refer to this link: Find Programs | ABET .
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not 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.
Describe your experience in field experience and data collection.
Demonstrate your knowledge and experience of Complete Streets elements.
Please provide examples of experience and qualifications related to the Duty Statement.
Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance policies, guidelines, and standards.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 1/14/2026.
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).
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
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