State of California
Project Coordinator/ Liaison for Emergency Projects
State of California, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Department of Transportation
JC-503842 - Project Coordinator/ Liaison for Emergency Projects
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: 1/17/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off
Under the general direction of an Office of Maintenance Service Chief, the Senior Transportation Engineer (Specialist) provides engineering management support as Project Coordinator for State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) funded Emergency Director's Order (DO) and District Director Order (DDO) projects. The incumbent also serves as the Senior Area Engineer, responsible for providing engineering expertise and implementing highway maintenance policies to maintenance related issues and projects in the region. Act as Senior Transportation Engineer for emergency projects to ensure the assigned projects are delivered within approved cost, scope, and schedule. Plan and coordinate activities of the Project Development Team (PDT) in the delivery of Emergency Director's Order projects. Develop project work plans utilizing the Project Resource Schedule Management (PRSM), AMS advantage tools. Monitor and provide direction and support to construction, budgets, programming and other functional units to resolve any financial issues that may occur during each phase of the project from initiation to closeout. Work closely with Major Damage Coordinator (MDC) on renewal of the Damage Assessment Forms (OAF) and with PMs on time extension requests on 131 projects. Provide support to programming and Project Management on 131 and 150 programs. Hold PMs and functional managers accountable for completing the milestones in a timely manner and within the assigned resources.
Working Conditions Position located at 111 Grand Ave., Oakland, Alameda County.
Work environment is typically an open space in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting, telework or combination of both, but on occasion travel to off-site meetings or project sites.
May be involved in meetings and discussions with other agencies and/or parties, which may be less than amicable.
Required to travel and work outdoors for site and activity reviews, and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, extreme cold and heat, and work near traffic. Employee may be required to work near traffic as part of site or activity reviews.
A valid Class C Driver's License is required when driving a state vehicle.
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.
Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
Classification:
Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 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.
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.
When driving a state vehicle, a valid Class C driver’s license is required.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required.
The 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 strategic planning and project development with a diverse team of stakeholders.
Describe your experience preparing clear communication and method(s) you used and how you determined if it was effective.
Describe your experience setting priorities and identifying needs and course of action; working independently and collaboratively.
Describe your experience in managing and adapting emergency responses.
Describe your experience responding to complaints and providing customer service.
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. 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 have 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 N/A Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento , CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation Drop-Off Address Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento , CA 95816 Closed on weekends and State holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
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
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Prepares project status reports, monthly update on the project status for HQ. Maintains contract data records (invoices/contract time frame/dollar balance); resolves financial contractor/region issues which may arise during the life of the contract; does out contract when appropriate including dis‑encumbrance of funds, evaluation of contractor, authorization of final payment of invoices and if applicable requesting renewal of contract. Acts as back up Contract Manager for Director's Order (DO) and District Director Order (ODO) contracts in the absence of MDC.
Provide expertise, develop solution, and coordinate with various Caltrans functional units responding to issues, emergencies and conflicts along the State Highway System. Develop projects to address incidents such as slides, pavement failures, slip outs, flooding, damages from unsheltered encampments, culvert failures, maintenance facility issues within the District. Responsible to review, inspect, identify, coordinate with functional units, developing of interim measures and permanent solutions. Typical examples include: Obtaining recommendations, plans/detail and cost estimate from various functional units to develop emergency projects. Addressing inquiries and/or complaints received from the public or local agencies. Review proposed projects to ensure finish product is maintainable by Caltrans Field Maintenance staff.
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information 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 direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.
NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.
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.
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JC-503842 - Project Coordinator/ Liaison for Emergency Projects
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: 1/17/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off
Under the general direction of an Office of Maintenance Service Chief, the Senior Transportation Engineer (Specialist) provides engineering management support as Project Coordinator for State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) funded Emergency Director's Order (DO) and District Director Order (DDO) projects. The incumbent also serves as the Senior Area Engineer, responsible for providing engineering expertise and implementing highway maintenance policies to maintenance related issues and projects in the region. Act as Senior Transportation Engineer for emergency projects to ensure the assigned projects are delivered within approved cost, scope, and schedule. Plan and coordinate activities of the Project Development Team (PDT) in the delivery of Emergency Director's Order projects. Develop project work plans utilizing the Project Resource Schedule Management (PRSM), AMS advantage tools. Monitor and provide direction and support to construction, budgets, programming and other functional units to resolve any financial issues that may occur during each phase of the project from initiation to closeout. Work closely with Major Damage Coordinator (MDC) on renewal of the Damage Assessment Forms (OAF) and with PMs on time extension requests on 131 projects. Provide support to programming and Project Management on 131 and 150 programs. Hold PMs and functional managers accountable for completing the milestones in a timely manner and within the assigned resources.
Working Conditions Position located at 111 Grand Ave., Oakland, Alameda County.
Work environment is typically an open space in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting, telework or combination of both, but on occasion travel to off-site meetings or project sites.
May be involved in meetings and discussions with other agencies and/or parties, which may be less than amicable.
Required to travel and work outdoors for site and activity reviews, and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, extreme cold and heat, and work near traffic. Employee may be required to work near traffic as part of site or activity reviews.
A valid Class C Driver's License is required when driving a state vehicle.
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.
Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
Classification:
Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 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.
Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.
When driving a state vehicle, a valid Class C driver’s license is required.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required.
The 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 strategic planning and project development with a diverse team of stakeholders.
Describe your experience preparing clear communication and method(s) you used and how you determined if it was effective.
Describe your experience setting priorities and identifying needs and course of action; working independently and collaboratively.
Describe your experience in managing and adapting emergency responses.
Describe your experience responding to complaints and providing customer service.
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. 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 have 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 N/A Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento , CA 95816-8036
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation Drop-Off Address Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento , CA 95816 Closed on weekends and State holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
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
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Prepares project status reports, monthly update on the project status for HQ. Maintains contract data records (invoices/contract time frame/dollar balance); resolves financial contractor/region issues which may arise during the life of the contract; does out contract when appropriate including dis‑encumbrance of funds, evaluation of contractor, authorization of final payment of invoices and if applicable requesting renewal of contract. Acts as back up Contract Manager for Director's Order (DO) and District Director Order (ODO) contracts in the absence of MDC.
Provide expertise, develop solution, and coordinate with various Caltrans functional units responding to issues, emergencies and conflicts along the State Highway System. Develop projects to address incidents such as slides, pavement failures, slip outs, flooding, damages from unsheltered encampments, culvert failures, maintenance facility issues within the District. Responsible to review, inspect, identify, coordinate with functional units, developing of interim measures and permanent solutions. Typical examples include: Obtaining recommendations, plans/detail and cost estimate from various functional units to develop emergency projects. Addressing inquiries and/or complaints received from the public or local agencies. Review proposed projects to ensure finish product is maintainable by Caltrans Field Maintenance staff.
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information 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 direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.
NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.
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.
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