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 July 26, 2024

MSP Assignment Final Filing Date
Classification: Information Technology Manager I
Position Title: Chief, Network Operations and Access Control Management Office
Division: Infrastructure Management
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento 
Job Control: 439997 (24MSP078)
July 29, 2024
Classification: Information Technology Manager I
Position Title: Manager, Information Technology Project & Portfolio Management Section
Division: Project and Business Management
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento 
Job Control: 439918 (24MSP079)
July 29, 2024
Classification: Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
Position Title: Chief, Statewide Project Management Improvement
Division: Project Management
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento 
Job Control: 441295 (24MSP082)
 August 7, 2024
Classification: Supervising Transportation Electrical Engineer
Position Title: Chief, Statewide Project Management Improvement
Division: Project Management
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento 
Job Control: 441312 (24MSP082)
 August 7, 2024
Classification: Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
Position Title: Office Chief of Highway Operations (Pending DOF Approval)
Division: Operations
Location: District 4 - Oakland
Job Control: 441266 (24MSP083)
 August 7, 2024
Classification: Supervising Right of Way Agent
Position Title: MMBI Right of Way Program Coordinator (12 Month Limited Term, May Become Permanent)
Division: Right of Way and Land Surveys
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento 
Job Control: 440765 (24MSP081)
 August 12, 2024
Classification: Information Technology Specialist III
Position Title: Geographic Information System (GIS) Architect
Division: Application Development & Support
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento 
Job Control: 429224 (24MSP041)
 August 14, 2024
Classification: Information Technology Manager I
Position Title: Chief, IT Business Managment Section
Division:Project and Business Management
Location: Headquarters - Sacramento 
Job Control: 442876 (24MSP086)
 August 15, 2024