District Climate Change Adaptation Planning Branch Chief

The District Climate Change Adaptation Planning Branch Chief at the Department of Transportation in Alameda, CA, is responsible for leading climate change adaptation planning activities. The role involves coordinating federal and state climate change programs, developing policies, and providing technical assistance. Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills are required. The position may allow for telework, but in-person attendance is expected as needed.
Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the District Office Chief for Regional & Community Planning, the incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing and leading critical climate change adaptation planning activities in District 4. Supports District implementation of federal climate change programs, including those established by the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), as well as programs established by the State Legislature on climate change adaptation. The IIJA programs include, but are not limited to, the PROTECT Program and Carbon Reduction Program. The incumbent provides leadership in coordinating and promoting climate change efforts. Develops, coordinates, and facilitates implementation of climate change policy and strategies into transportation decision-making. Coordinates climate change planning activities across all appropriate functional units; provides technical assistance identifying and supporting research and analysis of climate change and adaptation; identifies and provides outreach, education, and training on climate change. Acts as the SHOPP Program Advisor for climate change projects and assists in identifying adaptation measures for SHOPP projects. The position requires excellent analytical, writing and communication skills, the ability to compose special reports and knowledge of contract management. The position also requires strong leadership, partnership, and strategic thinking skills, as well as a deep commitment to the Department's strategic vision, mission, values, and goals, and to advancing equity through all efforts.

PARF# 04-5-0968 / JC-467406

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Planner 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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Working Conditions

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

This 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.

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.
• This position(s)
requires(s) a valid Professional …License issued by the California Board of
Registration for Professional Engineers for appointment.
• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required.

To be considered for the position, applicants must submit SOQ along with their application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills qualifies you for the position. The SOQ also serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. SOQs must be no more than two (2) pages in length and typed using no less than 12-point Arial font. The SOQ responses must address the following questions, in order listed below: Applicants who do not follow these requirements will not be considered for this job. The SOQ must be submitted along with the State Application.
• Using examples, please summarize how your knowledge, abilities, skills and experience will align well with the specific duties and requirements of this District 4 Climate Change Adaptation Planning Branch Chief position.
• Where in the transportation planning process do you see the issues of climate change adaptation and resiliency having an especially strong benefit to Caltrans, and why?

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.
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:

Incumbent must be knowledgeable of the Caltrans mission, vision, goals, strategic objectives, programs, laws, rules and policies of the State of California and federal government regarding Climate Change. Must be able to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with staff from a variety of District and Headquarters Divisions, as well as with staff from other public agencies, and the general public. Must possess the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, make presentations, communicate effectively (both written and orally) with all levels of staff, negotiate effectively, deal tactfully with all parties in stressful situations, make timely decisions, prioritize critical programs, and be adept in conflict resolution. Must be able to perform effectively under rigid time constraints and pressure. Should be familiar with modern technology and its application in the Department.

Incumbent must be familiar with Caltrans principles and practices of transportation planning, asset management, performance management, the project delivery process, as well as the maintenance and operation of transportation projects and facilities. Must also have knowledge of general principles of planning related to climate change, as well as the status of current research, trends and assessment techniques. Must possess general knowledge of climate change planning methods, performance measurement and statistical analysis. Have ability to analyze and gather data; work effectively on an interdisciplinary team; and apply effective public participation techniques. Be capable of Identifying, assessing and resolving difficult environmental and transportation problems and prioritize projects based on various constraints. Develop technically-sound alternatives and solutions and develop consensus among stakeholders. Benefits

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Important Applications 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-467406), PARF# 04-5-0968 and title of the position (Senior Transportation Planner) 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.