Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under direction of the Chief, Office of Landscape Architecture Support and Planning, the incumbent provides close  communication between Headquarters and assigned Region and Districts to facilitate the planning and design process for  transportation system improvements including roadside rehabilitation, erosion control, roadside safety improvements, safety  roadside rest areas, resource conservation, environmental mitigation, roadside livability enhancements, and complete streets  elements were appropriate. The incumbent provides technical guidance and expertise to the Office Chief and Principal  Landscape Architect related to classifying "landscaped freeways" as set forth in the California Code of Regulations for the control  of outdoor advertising displays; through liaison efforts, independently prepared written reports, and recommendations for program  and project improvements; and inputs to other functional areas of the Department in support of Project Delivery. The incumbent  must possess a valid certificate of registration as a Licensed Landscape Architect issued by the California Architecture Board -  Landscape Architects Technical Committee.

PARF 53-6-028/JC-502422

T his 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.

T he Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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Working Conditions

Position located at 1120 N Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

When working in-office, the incumbent will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. The use of a laptop computer  is essential.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Landscape Architect 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 and search by typing in the classification title.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant’s education and experience meet the evaluation criteria below and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. You must include specific examples addressing each evaluation criteria listed below. The SOQ must not exceed two (2) pages in length and written in no less than 12 point font. Each evaluation criteria must be addressed separately and in order.

Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as your response to the SOQ.

1. Demonstrated understanding of current transportation landscape architecture practices at Caltrans.

2. Demonstrated knowledge of the role of the District Landscape Architecture Coordinator.

3. “People First” is a core value at Caltrans, describe your actions that demonstrate your approach to putting people first. How would you apply this to the Landscape Architecture Coordinator role?

4. Demonstrated ability to assess complex issues, organize issues and outcomes, evaluate risks, identify alternatives, balancing multiple priorities , develop and implement an effective course of action that meet deadlines .

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: or .  Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

Benefits

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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-502422), PARF# 53-6-028 and title of the position Senior Landscape Architect 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.

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 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Remote work,

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