Job Details

Overview

Under the general direction of the Office Chief of Roadside Maintenance (Senior Transportation Engineer, CT) the incumbent is responsible for the District Treatment Best Management Practice (TBMP) inspection program, maintenance and improvement of the TBMP database, and serves as the technical advisor and program coordinator for the HM-233 TBMP Program. Works with HQ and other District programs to meet the TBMP program's objectives and requirements. Monitors, tracks and evaluates TBMP and stormwater activities on projects. Makes special reports and provides recommendations with regard to program element requirements. Responsible for the initiation, planning, design, including the production of engineering reports, contract plans, estimates, and specifications, and construction for Minor TBMP and stormwater improvement projects. This position requires working independently and as a team leader within the structure of the Caltrans maintenance and capital project development process.

Responsibilities

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 ...@dot.ca.gov for additional information prior to taking the online examination.

• Review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification.
• Coordinate and manage TBMP inspections and the stormwater program.
• Maintain and improve the TBMP database.
• Prepare engineering reports, contract plans, estimates, specifications, and construct Minor TBMP and stormwater improvement projects.
• Work independently and as a team leader within Caltrans' maintenance and capital project development process.

Please reach out for clarification on education requirements and ABET accreditation as needed.

Education, Experience and Examinations

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 . If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to re-apply. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

Special Requirements

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. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If basing eligibility on education, include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Transcripts must be redacted for birthdates and social security numbers. Visit the links provided for evaluation agencies if transcripts are foreign.

SOQ Instructions

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions: Answer in no more than 2 pages, single-spaced, font size no smaller than 12.

• Describe your experience in the planning, design, and implementation of stormwater and treatment best management practices (TBMPs). Include specific project examples and your role.
• Explain familiarity with California's NPDES permit requirements as they apply to transportation projects and TBMPs.
• Provide examples of project development and application of civil engineering principles.
• Discuss experience serving in an advisory or programmatic role for stormwater TBMPs or other asset management programs, including policy development and maintenance strategies.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 10/31/2025.

• Submit the Application Package (STD 678 or CalCareers electronic application) with all required documents.
• Resume is optional but may be included; SOQ is required.
• Follow Caltrans or USPS guidelines for postmark dates if submitting on paper.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, or other eligible status as described in the posting. SROA and/or Surplus candidates are given priority; otherwise, other eligible candidates may be considered.

Additional Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce advocates diversity and equal opportunity. Job postings may include references to related roles in the area (e.g., Senior Transportation Engineer) and may show various salary ranges for related positions in the same region.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Government Administration

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