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Associate Environmental Planner (Architectural Historian)

Position Description

Under general direction of a Senior Environmental Scientist, the Associate Environmental Planner (Architectural History) (AEP/AH) is a participating interdisciplinary team member who is responsible for architectural and historical studies and project effects analysis for transportation projects and local assistance projects pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and other applicable state and federal regulations. The incumbent identifies and evaluates architectural or other historic built environment resources as part of the transportation project development process; prepares written analyzes of such resources or reports on these resources as an aid in the development of modal and design alternatives for transportation projects; identifies and analyzes impacts of transportation projects upon historic resources and their interrelationship to other cultural resources; develops and recommends mitigation measures to avoid or minimize impacts upon these resources. This is the full, specialized journey person level. Under general direction, plans and carries out the details of the more difficult and complex studies in the area of architectural history. Such work may include serving in a lead capacity over other personnel with less experience, within the scope of particular studies related to cultural resources.

Position is located in Los Angeles County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Duties will require work to be conducted in both Caltrans office and field environments during normal office hours. The duties will on occasion require work meetings off-site in the offices of other agencies or consultants and public meetings held during the evening hours. At the district office or other work locations, employee will normally work in a climate-controlled environment and under artificial light.

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.

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Company/Organization Description

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf

Pay Range (Annual): $80,000 – $100,000
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Full Time

How to Apply

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: 7/18/2024
Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact JC-437266
1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
Santa Ana, CA 92705

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