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TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Department of Education
Yolo, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026

Please note this is an 'Until Filled' position. The application cut-off date is May 7th, 2026, 11:59 PM (PST). Interested individuals must submit their application packages by the cut-off date to be considered.

This is a full journey level in the series. Under direction, incumbents research, develop, and revise curriculum and training activities related to bus and farm labor vehicle drivers and driver instructors; provide instruction in classroom and behind-the-wheel teaching methodology relating to passenger management, safe driving skills, defensive driving, vehicle inspection and maintenance, transportation of passengers with special needs, and current passenger transportation laws and regulations of the California Highway Patrol, the Department of Motor Vehicles, and the California Department of Education (CDE); provide guidance to transportation programs in the research and development of new instructional materials and courses, and in revising existing course outlines and lesson plans; provide consultation and advise to education and transportation administrators in planning improvements to passenger transportation programs and in developing new driver training programs; review and maintain records on driver instructors; investigate complaints of improper conduct or violation of departmental policy, law, or regulation, and as necessary, recommend appropriate administrative action; interpret laws, guidelines, and regulations relating to passenger transportation; represent the CDE on various panels and committees; participate as a presenter, moderator, or panelist in state and national conferences and workshops related to passenger transportation issues; analyze state and federal legislation for program impact and/or compliance; may provide testimony before legislative committees of the state and federal government; and perform other related tasks.

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

IN OFFICE POSITION

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and requires the incumbent to report to the office five days a week. This position is not eligible for telework.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-514642
Position #(s):
174-140-2683-XXX
Working Title:
Transportation Programs Consultant
Classification:
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
$7,567.00 - $9,473.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Yolo County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
School Facilities & Transportation Ser.

The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and childcare programs. The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.

http://www.cde.ca.gov/

  • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Examinations Bulletins - Exams & Jobs (CDE Intranet) or at the link below:

Please note: A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin.

Transportation Programs Consultant: CalCareers

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:
1. Principles, concepts, and methods of managing a passenger transportation program.
2. Passenger transportation laws and regulations of the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and the California Department of Education (CDE).
3. Classroom and behind-the-wheel instructional teaching techniques.
4. Present technical or complex information to a variety of audiences, adjusting the presentation to fit the specific audience, and explain concepts appropriately.
5. Demonstrate effective instructional methods and skills in the classroom, and behind-the-wheel.

Salary : $90,804 - $113,676

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