senior transportation planner

JC Project Coordinator - SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER

$8, $10,164.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 6/10/2024

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• Drop-off

Under the general direction of the Office Chief of Project Management, the Senior Transportation Planner is responsible for coordinating Quality Management Assessment Process (QMAP) encroachment permit projects administered by others on the State Highway System, for serving as the program specialist for Non-SHOPP and STIP programs, and for tracking public engagement efforts within the district. As the QMAP coordinator, the incumbent will communicate and coordinate with the Project Development Team and the encroachment permit applicants to provide the support necessary for successful QMAP project delivery. As the program specialist for non-SHOPP and STIP programs, the incumbent is responsible for monitoring and coordinating project programming and funding considering the unique timelines and procedures for program development for each non-SHOPP program. The incumbent keeps the Office Chief of Project Management informed of all major issues that cannot be resolved at the Project Development Team level.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Planner exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (, 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 and search by typing in the classification title.

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PARF# / JC-433305

Position located in Eureka, Humboldt County.
While at the base of operations, the incumbent works in a climate-controlled office with artificial lighting. Multi-floor buildings are equipped with elevators and stairs. There may be occasions that require travel and occasionally conduct field reviews outdoors that the incumbent may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, and/or extreme heat or cold. It is required for the incumbent to possess a valid driver's license to operate a State-owned or leased 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 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.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

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.

Must have experience in the use of computer software programs, including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint, and Smartsheet. A thorough understanding of the programming databases used by Caltrans, such as Project Resource and Schedule Management (PRSM) and California Transportation Investment Tool (CTIPs), is desirable.
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 evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.