Overview
To Apply: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=501089
Will consider Transportation Planner
In the District 5 System Planning Branch, the Associate Transportation Planner (ATP) works under the supervision of the Senior Transportation Planner. The incumbent works independently on the more complex assignments to help execute activities that integrate social, economic, environmental, transportation, and land use factors to support implementation of a balanced, multi- modal State transportation program. The incumbent will administer, support, and help lead transportation plans, programs, and projects within the transportation planning process related to rail and transit planning. This may include multi-modal system planning, community planning, active transportation, health, climate change, air quality, geospatial data analysis, and economics.
3 Steps To A State Job: CalCareers 1. Create an account 2. Take an exam 3. Apply for vacant position
Associate Transportation Planner Exam
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the 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. The exam is located here: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3422
Careers at Caltrans PMP: How to get a State Job
Caltrans Planning & Modal Programs (PMP) hosts free monthly virtual workshops to guide job seekers through the State of California’s application process. Learn how to navigate job postings on CalCareers, craft a strong Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), understand state exams and when to start applying!
Register for a workshop HERE to take the first step toward a rewarding career!
About Caltrans
From roads less traveled to highways supporting California’s demanding commute. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) manages more than 50,000 miles of California's highway and freeway lanes, provides inter-city rail services, permits more than 400 public-use airports and special-use hospital heliports, and works with local agencies to keep California moving.
More than the road workers, we are California’s transportation infrastructure; established in 1895, Caltrans has been active in moving the people and commerce of California and continues to model the way in innovative transportation systems. Caltrans specializes in many areas related to transportation: Engineering, Environmental Analysis, Information Technology, Maintenance, Equipment, Transportation Planning, Land Surveys, Right of Way, Finance, Traffic Operations, Aeronautics, Legal, and Administration
Within Caltrans, the Planning and Modal Programs (PMP) shapes the future of multimodal transportation across California by envisioning, articulating, and implementing desired outcomes. PMP is looking for new members to join our team to fulfill our mission to create a safe, reliable transportation network that serves everyone and respects the environment. Visit the Planning and Modal Program website to learn more about job opportunities and for career exploration.
Caltrans offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the well-being of its employees. Benefits include a variety of health, vision and dental insurance plans, access to state retirement plans through CalPERS, paid holidays and sick leave, and flexible work schedules. To learn more about these benefits visit the Caltrans benefits website.
Helpful Resources
Careers at Caltrans PMP: How to get a State Job
Caltrans Planning & Modal Programs (PMP) hosts free monthly virtual workshops to guide job seekers through the State of California’s hiring process. Learn how to navigate job postings on CalCareers, craft a strong Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), understand state exams and when to start applying!
Register for a workshop here: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/planning-modal/planning-and-modal-program-recruitment/featured-job-opportunities/monthly-workshops
Stay Updated with Caltrans PMP: Sign up for our mailing list to be directly notified about our multimodal transportation job opportunities and/or to learn more about when and where our next hiring event will take place: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/2qocrSP
