Job Posting: Maintenance Personnel and DCC Manager

Department of Transportation

JC-536892
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Maintenance Personnel and DCC Manager
SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00 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: 11/16/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction from the Office Chief, a Supervisor II, for District 4 Maintenance Administration, the Supervisor I shall oversee Maintenance Administration personnel/administration transactions and the District 4 Communications Center (DCC). The incumbent shall oversee an administrative team working on the day-to-day operations of Maintenance's personnel transactions including, employee recruitment, retention, property control, records management, and procurement. The incumbent shall also oversee the 24/7/365 District Communications Center (DCC). The incumbent works closely with Division management to ensure the completion of milestones and project future milestones for recruitment and retention. Incumbent works closely with District Business Management office to validate vacant/filled positions and maintain Maintenance's procurement efforts, including routing of documents to secure concurrence from Division Management. The incumbent shall work closely with HQ Human Resources and external stakeholders, including local community groups, to plan D4 Maintenance's participation in hiring events and community outreach efforts, such as town halls and community events. Travel within District may be required to attend local recruitment events and hiring fairs.

PARF# 04-27-0010, JC-536892

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Supervisor I exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., 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 here and search by typing in the classification title.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 111 Grand Ave, Oakland, Alameda County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.

While at their base of operation, employee will be required to work in a climate-controlled office, under artificial light and potentially fluctuating building temperatures. Travel within the district and state of California, before or after hours may be required. This position shall adhere to the Department's directions on the usage of the telework.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-536892
Position #(s):
904-660-4800-918
Working Title:
Maintenance Personnel and DCC Manager
Classification:
SUPERVISOR I
$7,172.00 - $8,910.00
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:
Alameda County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Facility:
California Department of Transportation

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

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
  • This position requires a LIVESCAN background check.
  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

  1. Provide examples that demonstrate your ability motivating staff and fostering accountability, to work through challenges and achieve goals as a team.
  2. Describe your experience of implementing a policy, including obstacles that you have overcome.
  3. Describe your leadership style and experience with supervising multidisciplinary units.

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 birth dates 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: 11/16/2026

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.
  • 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.

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:
Must have comprehensive knowledge of the laws, rules, policies and procedures related to Caltrans Personnel Management. Must have an understanding of the department's mission, vision, goals, and objectives, and have the ability to provide direction in accomplishing them. Must be able to reason logically and use analytical skills to resolve complex issues in regard to personnel management, including, hiring, recruitment and outreach, procurement processes, property control, and records management . Must thoroughly understand the practice and principles of supervision and management and possess the ability to effectively communicate and train others. Required to analyze, mediate, and solve difficult problems regarding compliance with Federal and State laws, policies, procedures and directives. The incumbent will develop legal technically sound alternatives and solutions, which may include recommendations and changes in business operation. The incumbent must be able to develop, implement and direct effective administration and office procedures. This position requires a high degree of expertise in many areas dealing with personnel management and procurement. Must have the knowledge of general business practices; the principles and techniques of human resources; State and Federal laws related to employee rights and benefits; and the principles of personnel management. Must be able to evaluate and consider all factors and effectively develop action to react to any changes. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Open communication is critical with District and Headquarters management and staff. Must have the ability to analyze data, develop and evaluate alternatives. Must possess the ability to express and present ideas and information effectively, develop and maintain good working relationships with management, staff, the general public, and community organizations. Must have the ability to make presentations, use of good judgment for project analysis and be able to handle multiple priorities. Must have the analytical skills to handle a variety of personnel and management problems. Must be able to analyze situations in an impartial in manner, develop alternatives and recommend an effective course of action. Should be familiar with modern technology and its application in the Department. Requires extensive knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, policies, procedures of public administration and education, techniques of preparing producing and disseminating information. Must have excellent communication skills and present ideas and information effectively, both in oral and written formats; must be able to present the Department effectively in a variety of complex and sensitive environments. Must be able to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external customers; handle sensitive and confidential information; conduct investigations; prepare and deliver presentations to small and large groups; act in a lead capacity; prepare clear, concise reports with meaningful statistical data; be proficient in using a computer with programs such as Word, Excel, Access, etc. Ability to analyze various situations that arise and determine an effective course of action. Must be able to prioritize workload to meet deadlines. Analytical skills are necessary in order to research and accurately apply appropriate laws, rules and policies and make sound recommendations. Must be able to reason logically and creatively and utilize a variety of analytical techniques in developing realistic conclusion and effective solutions to complex problems. Must be able to recognize potential programs and initiate or make recommendations for corrective measures. Must be able to research, analyze and make recommendations on a broad range of general administrative issues and problems. Must be able to negotiate settlement of complex issues to the satisfaction of all parties. Must have comprehensive knowledge of the Department's entire development and control process, including principles of administration, organizational and management practices. Must have knowledge of the basic concepts and principles of accounting and cost control of financial administrative and state government to develop recommended actions, strategies, and local operating procedures and policies in response to legislation and new policies.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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:
Jasmin Sarai
(510) 376-8115
jasmin.sarai@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Victoria Robinson
(707) 436-2223
victoria.berumen@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 (JC-536892), PARF# 04-27-0010 and title of the position (Supervisor I) 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
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