Safety Officer

Safety Officer – SAFETY SPECIALIST, CALTRANS

$4,181.00 - $7,775.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 3/3/2026

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) or By Mail Drop-off

The incumbent serves as a District Safety Officer and is responsible for safety‑related investigations, reports, and activities prepared for or conducted by District staff. As a Safety Specialist, Caltrans, the incumbent will become proficient in required competencies to successfully perform essential functions while promoting the Department's Mission, Vision, Values, Strategic Imperatives and Goals.

Position is located at 1656 Union St, Eureka, CA 95501.

The employee will work in a climate‑controlled office and may be required to travel to maintenance stations, construction sites, and incident locations. Telework may be available at the department's discretion. Business travel may be required.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Safety Specialist, Caltrans exam. Candidates must be on the state examination list or otherwise eligible as outlined in the posting. Minimum qualifications must be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. Applicants must provide required documentation such as transcripts, diplomas, degrees, licenses, or certificates if based on education. Official/unofficial transcripts and foreign equivalency evaluations (via https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

or ) are acceptable.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Applications for electronic submission are preferred.

Application Packages may be submitted electronically via Cal Career () or in hard copy to the address below:

Department of Transportation
Attn:
Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services
MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento , CA

For drop‑off, use the address:
Department of Transportation Drop‑Off Address
Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit – ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento , CA 95816 (08:00 AM – 05:00 PM)

Required Application Package Documents

• Current State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent). All experience and education relating to the minimum qualifications must be demonstrated.
• Resume is optional.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the interview process must request them at the time of interview scheduling. Direct queries to the EEO office.

to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

The Human Resources Contact and Hiring Unit Contact are available to answer questions regarding the application process and position.

Reasonable accommodation inquiries: interview scheduler. For additional questions, contact the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice)

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. All applicants are expected to comply with this objective.