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Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-331405

Position #(s):

908-009-9807-003

Working Title:

Safety Specialist, Caltrans

Classification:

SAFETY SPECIALIST, CALTRANS

$3,826.00 – $4,789.00 A

$4,588.00 – $5,744.00 B

$5,518.00 – $6,907.00 C

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Bernardino County

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf

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

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Office Chief of the Office of Health & Safety Management Services, a Staff Services Manager I, the District Safety Officer has the responsibility for all safety-related work activities affecting the employees within the district, which includes the district office building, Southern Region Laboratory (SRL), Traffic Management Center (TMC), and outlying field offices. The District Safety Officer is a single point-of-contact for safety issues related to the department’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and regularly consults with the Headquarters Safety Office and external regulatory agencies (i.e., CalOSHA) regarding safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe work environment. A valid California driver’s license is desirable.

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

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with the State application. The SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single spaced, using 12-point Century Gothic font. Present the following information clearly and precisely: Summarize the reasons you want to work in this position and describe the knowledge, skill, and abilities that you will bring to this position. A notation or reference to other materials such as a resume, cover letter, or application will not be considered and will not substitute for the SOQ.

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: 10/11/2022

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.

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: JC-331405

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

JC-331405

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

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 – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Refer to the “Special Requirements” section of this posting for details. Failure to submit a compliant SOQ may result in your disqualification for this position.
Other – Review the Class Specification at the link located above. If required to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of your degree and/or transcript (as indicated) must be included with your application. Failure to include this information may result in your disqualification for this position. Official degree/transcript will be verified if you are selected for hire.

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.