LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATE

About the Role

Caltrans is hiring multiple Landscape Associates for a Permanent, Full Time position in San Bernardino County with a Hybrid work arrangement.

Job Details

• Job Code: JC-538241
• Position Number(s): 908-201-2971-XXX
• Classification: Landscape Associate, Caltrans
• Salary Ranges:
• A: $6,488.00 - $7,735.00
• B: $7,428.00 - $9,296.00
• C: $8,896.00 - $11,131.00
• D: $9,712.00 - $12,152.00
• New state hires will be placed at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range.
• Department Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.
• Department Vision: A thriving and connected California.

Key Responsibilities

Under the direction of the District Landscape Architect, the Landscape Associate develops a broad range of landscape architectural products and services in support of Caltrans' Mission and Vision. This may include work on:

• Multi-modal transportation and facility design
• Visual Impact Assessments (VIA)
• Erosion control design
• Structure aesthetics
• Mitigation
• Roadside management
• Resource conservation
• Regional planning
• Site planning and development
• Complete streets
• Sustainable design

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver license is required when operating a state-owned or leased vehicle.
• Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Landscape Architect issued by the California Board of Landscape Architects.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions

The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages, and in 12-point Arial font.

• Describe how your education, training, and experience have prepared you to perform the duties of this position. Include your knowledge or experience related to:
• Stormwater capture or treatment
• Groundwater infiltration or recharge
• Protection of receiving waters
• Applicable stormwater quality requirements (e.g., Clean Water Act, NPDES permits)
• Relevant coursework, academic projects, internships, volunteer activities, and employment may be included.
• Describe one project, study, internship, or course assignment involving stormwater management or water quality. Explain:
• Your role
• How you identified and considered applicable technical or regulatory requirements
• How you evaluated information or identified potential issues
• What recommendations or solutions you developed
• How you worked with others
• How you communicated your findings
• What you learned or accomplished
• An academic or simulated project is acceptable.

Eligibility and Application

• Eligibility for hire is determined by your score on the LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATE, CALTRANS exam.
• New state civil service employees must be on the state examination list to be eligible.
• Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
• Unofficial transcripts/diplomas must be included if basing eligibility on education.
• Foreign transcripts/degrees require a U.S. equivalency report evaluation.

How to Apply

• Final Filing Date: 11/19/2026
• Submit completed applications and all required documents by the Final Filing Date.
• Required Documents:
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application via CalCareers.ca.gov)
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) (as detailed in Special Requirements)
• Resume is optional.
• Applications can be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.
• Hard copy applications can be mailed or dropped off at:
• California Department of Transportation
• Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact JC-538241
• 1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
• Santa Ana, CA 92705
• Drop-off location closed on weekends and State holidays (08:00 AM - 05:00 PM).