Under the general direction of the Office Chief for Air Quality and Climate Change, the incumbent will assist the office and Division of Transportation Planning (DOTP) in implementing new climate change programs established as a result of the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), and any additional programs established by the State Legislature. These include, but are not limited to, the PROTECT Program and Carbon Reduction Program. The incumbent will broadly provide leadership and be responsible for accelerating implementation of climate initiatives relating to subject areas including but not limited: greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction and vehicle miles traveled (VMT), climate adaptation and resiliency, and climate and environmental justice. The Climate Change Specialist will develop recommendations and lead complex, cross-functional work in partnership with Caltrans Headquarters Divisions and Districts to implement climate action commitments and new programs, in alignment with the Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32, SB 32); the Climate Action Plan for Transportation Infrastructure (CAPTI); the Caltrans 2020-24 Strategic Management Plan; and other Caltrans' policies and California Executive Orders.
The work of this office requires strong outreach and engagement, maintaining a network of active stakeholders, and establishing collaboration with internal programs and with state, local, and regional and non-governmental organizations, including under-represented and disadvantaged communities. The work requires strong leadership, communication, flexibility, partnership, and strategic thinking skills, as well as a deep commitment to the Department's strategic vision, mission, values, and goals, to provide excellent customer service, and to advance equity meaningfully through all efforts.
You must be on the Caltrans examination list to be eligible for this position. Eligibility for hire is determined by your score on the exam. The exam is located here:
https://jobs.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/5PB23.PDF
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Please refer to the pdf attached to real more about the responsibilities.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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: 7/29/2022
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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
Attn: Caltrans HR 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
Caltrans HR 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:
- 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.
- Statement of Qualifications -
- Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the special requirements section for SOQ instructions.
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.