Managerial Selection Process (MSP) Examinations 

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

Each MSP examination announcement contains evaluation criteria which outline the minimum qualifications for the position. To apply for any of these positions, a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the 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 candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. You must include specific examples addressing each of the evaluation criteria listed below. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as your response to the SOQ.

Applicants must submit a CalHR STD 678: State of California Examination/Employment Application along with a Statement of Qualifications.

A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a Statement of Qualifications.

Current MSP Exams

Caltrans is recruiting for the MSP management positions listed below.

Last updated on December 08, 2023

MSP Assignment Final Filing Date
Classification: Supervising Transportation Planner
Position Title: Chief, Office of Transit Planning
Division: Transportation Planning
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento
Job Control: 403550 (23MSP107)
 December 11, 2023
Classification: Staff Services Manager III
Position Title: Division Chief, Public Affairs
Division: Public Affairs
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento
Job Control: 404596 (23MSP108)
 December 12, 2023
Classification: Supervising Transportation Electrical Engineer
Position Title: Office Chief of Electrical Systems & Transportation Management System
Division: Traffic Operations
Location: District 4 - Oakland
Job Control: 404694 (23MSP110)
 December 12, 2023
Classification: Supervising Transportation Planner
Position Title: Division Manager, Office of Transportation Planning
Division: Planning and Local Assistance
Location: District 2 - Redding
Job Control: 404545 (23MSP109)
 December 14, 2023
Classification: Principal Transportation Engineer, Caltrans 
Position Title: Division Chief, State Route (SR) Corridor Project Management (Limited Term) *Pending Administrative Approval*
Division: Program Project Management
Location: District 4 - Oakland
Job Control: 401650 (23MSP103)
 December 19, 2023
Classification: Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
Position Title: Chief, Office of Design
Division: North Region Project Development
Location: District 3 - Marysville
Job Control:406624 (23MSP111)
 December 22, 2023
Classification: Staff Services Manager III
Position Title: Office Chief of Compliance Management (Limited Term 12 months)
Division: Administration
Location: District 4 - Oakland 
Job Control: 406517 (23MSP112)
 December 22, 2023
Classification: Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
Position Title: Chief, Office of Design
Division: North Region Project Development
Location: District 3 - Sacramento
Job Control: 406636 (23MSP113)
 December 22, 2023