Job Posting: CAL-Card Administration & Compliance Analyst

Department of Transportation

JC-529256
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CAL-Card Administration & Compliance Analyst
ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 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: 8/29/2026

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for an exciting position in a team-oriented environment? Do you like working with friendly people? Do you have excellent organizational and computer skills? Do you enjoy teaching others how to interpret laws, rules, and regulations? This is the job for you! The Caltrans Division of Procurement and Contracts is looking for a highly motivated Analyst II to join our procurement team. This individual will work under the direction of a Supervisor I. We offer an exciting opportunity to individuals who have excellent customer service, computer, organizational, analytical, and writing skills. This individual will work with employees at all levels in the Department providing consultation, review and analysis of procurement requests and CAL-Card purchases, prepare and obtain approvals on Purchase Orders and contracts. The individual will utilize a wide variety of acquisition methods including, but not limited to, leveraged procurement agreements, Small Business/Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Option, competitive bidding, California Multiple Award Schedules, emergency, and use of the CAL-Card. The individual provides guidance to CAL-Card Program participants, requestors, supervisors, managers, peers, and vendors. Presentations at procurement fairs and workshops, or training of internal and external customers are also aspects of this position. Some travel may be required. A positive attitude, above average computer skills, and a commitment to building and maintaining strong relationships are integral. Knowledge of California procurement rules and regulations are desirable.

PARF 22-27-0043 JC-529256

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.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Position is located at, 1727 30th St Sacramento, CA

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.


While at their base of operation, incumbent will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting.


Travel will be required to participate in training/outreach activities both in the Districts and HQ Program areas as needed. Travel may occasionally be overnight. Overtime may occur and vacation restrictions may apply during peak processing times of each year.


Keyboard use is approximately 75% of the time.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-529256
Position #(s):
702-019-5393-015
Working Title:
CAL-Card Administration & Compliance Analyst
Classification:
ANALYST II
$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov 

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

Along with your application, you must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) to demonstrate specific experience that qualifies you for this position. Applications without a SOQ will not be considered. List each of the desirable qualifications. After each desirable qualification demonstrate your specific experience that is relevant to this position. The SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, using 12-point Arial font, with candidate’s name and job control number at the top of each page of the SOQ. Resumes and cover letters are optional and do not take the place of the SOQ.

Desirable Qualifications:
1. Ability to work independently, with a team, and as a team leader.
2. Strong computer skills.
3. Ability to work in a rapidly changing, task-driven environment, from remote locations, balance multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
4. Clear, effective communication (oral and written) and ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with internal and external customers.

On the signature page of the application, all applicants must include Job Code, Position number, Working Title, Classification, and method of eligibility to be considered for an interview. A Statement of Qualifications is required.

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.

Final Filing Date: 8/29/2026

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:

  • 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.
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:
The incumbent must have general knowledge of principles, practices, and trends of public and business administration, management, and supportive staff services such as budgeting, management analysis, governmental functions and organization, State contract and procurement processes. Must have the ability to read, understand and apply law, rules, policy and procedures including those found in the Government Code, Public Contract Code, State Contract Manual, State Administrative Manual, Streets and Highway Code, applicable federal regulations, and applicable regulations of Caltrans and the various control agencies such as the Department of General Services (DGS) and the State Personnel Board.

A high level of analytical and interpersonal skill is required. The incumbent must have the ability to analyze problems and recommend an effective course of action. The incumbent must have the ability to speak and write effectively and perform with a high degree of independence. The incumbent must be able to make presentations and competently represent the Department.

The incumbent must have the capability of working with personal computers and an aptitude for learning various software programs. The incumbent must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with managers, Caltrans’ employees, and contractors. The incumbent must exercise tact and good judgment. The incumbent will be required to prepare and present findings and make recommendations on specific problems.

Benefits

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.

Human Resources Contact:
Jerilee Heller
(279) 234-2690
Jerilee.Heller@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Justen E Lockling
(916) 639-6340
Justen.Lockling@dot.ca.gov

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.

EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
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.

Important Application Instructions:

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number PARF 22-27-0043 JC-529256 and title of the position (Analyst II) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

 

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 work place. 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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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