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SUPERVISOR I

Caltrans
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026
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.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-516272

Position #(s):

911-602-4800-918

Working Title:

Maintenance Hiring & Resource 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:

San Diego County

Telework:

In Office

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 _

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Maintenance Administration Manager, a Supervisor II, the Supervisor I provides leadership, guidance, and supervision to staff responsible for various personnel and hiring activities for the Maintenance Division. The incumbent also provides guidance and support on issues related to position control and division staffing, hiring actions, including personnel and transaction activities, and recruitment. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for directing and overseeing the activities of administrative and support staff for training, inventory control, damage recovery, and other administrative functions as required. The incumbent is responsible for supporting the Maintenance Division's management personnel with hiring and personnel services to enable the management of their respective branches professionally and effectively.

PARF# 11-26-0186 / JC-516272

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.

Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G

https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI

Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions.

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

Special Requirements

  • Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating state owned or leased vehicles.

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.

  • Describe your experience demonstrating leadership by developing staff and improving processes or services. How did you manage performance, set goals, track progress, train team members, and foster collaboration?
  • Describe your experience working with rules, policies, or procedures. Include how you ensure your work remains accurate and compliant. Describe your knowledge of hiring (tracking positions, vacancies, or staffing levels) and resource and financial management.
  • Explain how you have used strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, to effectively convey ideas and information. Include examples of your proficiency with virtual platforms and your public speaking experience at networking events or workshops.
  • Reflect on how you balance multiple priorities such as preparing for meetings, organizing workshops and outreach events, participating in teleconferences, conducting individual meetings, and preparing reports under strict deadlines. How do you manage working independently as well as within a team?
  • Provide examples of how you have worked with internal and external customers to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. How do you cooperate with staff and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and levels within an organization?

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: 5/4/2026

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

California Department of Transportation

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-516272

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

California Department of Transportation

Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-516272

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

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.

Salary : $7,172 - $8,910

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