Managerial Selection Process (MSP) ExaminationsÂ
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 March 17, 2026
| MSP Assignment | Final Filing Date |
|---|---|
| Classification: Principal Transportation Engineer, Caltrans Position Title: D4 Chief Safety Officer/Division Chief, Transportation Safety Division: Traffic Operations Location: District 4 – Oakland Job Control: 510851 (26MSP014) |
March 19, 2026 |
| Classification: Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans Position Title: Office Chief (Office of Federal Programs) Division: Local Assistance Location: Headquarters – Sacramento Job Control: 511211 (26MSP010) |
March 23, 2026 |
| Classification: Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans Position Title: Office Chief, Project Management Application Systems Division: Project Management Location: Headquarters – Sacramento Job Control: 511354 (26MSP016) |
March 23, 2026 |
| Classification: Supervising Transportation Engineer, Caltrans Position Title: Chief, Office of Building Information Modeling for Infrastructure Division: Design Location: Headquarters – Sacramento Job Control: 511254 (26MSP015) |
March 25, 2026 |
| Classification: Supervising Right of Way Agent Position Title: Right of Way Office Chief, Capital Division: Right of Way Location: District 6 – Fresno Job Control: 511821 (26MSP017) |
April 6, 2026 |
| Classification: Supervising Transportation Bridge Engineer Position Title: Office Chief, Office of Technical Policies and Guidance (OTPG) Division: Engineering Services Location: Headquarters – Sacramento Job Control: 511315 (26MSP020) |
April 10, 2026 |