State of California is hiring : Design Liaison in California

Overview

Under the general direction of the Office Chief of Design III, the incumbent acts as the District technical expert for Design who provides guidance to design staff related to the application of geometric, drainage, roadside, and multi-model design standards & policies, and participates in the improvement of the Department's highway design guidance. The incumbent also acts as the formal liaison between District Project Development and the Division of Design in HQ in order to ensure statewide consistency in the application of design standards and best design practices for delegated design products. The incumbent will coordinate with District Project Development and functional units, Headquarters Structure Design, the Division of Design in HQ, the Project Delivery Coordinator, the Legal Division, and local agencies.

Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Salary : $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.

Working Conditions

Position located at 2885 S. Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. While at their base of operation, employees will work in a climate-controlled, "cubicle" office environment under natural and artificial lighting. They will be responsible for keeping the branch work area clean and project files organized for easy access; as well as ensuring that the conduct and noise levels of staff do not adversely affect the work of others. Employees will also periodically may be required to travel and work outdoors and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, or temperature extremes. When field work is involved, they are responsible for ensuring that proper safety precautions are communicated and followed by staff. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’ current telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on the operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate may be required to conduct business travel on behalf of the Department or commute to the headquartered location. Business travel reimbursements considers an employee's designated Headquarters Location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquarters 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

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS $11,437.00 - $14,315.00

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.

Final Filing Date : 10 / 9 / 2025

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. 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

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job :

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, or sexual orientation.

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