Examination: Direct Construction Supervisor II

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Working title
Direct Construction Supervisor II
Monthly salary
$9,622.00 - $11,952.00 per Month
Exam #
2983
Deadline
Continuous
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Position Description

00104038 - DIRECT CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR II

Definition Under general direction of a Direct Construction Supervisor III, the Direct Construction Supervisor II is responsible for supervision and coordination of all direct construction projects statewide; and to do other related work. Typical Tasks The Direct Construction Supervisor II controls direct construction field activities statewide, including new construction, and major and minor alterations. Tasks include reviewing plans, specifications and estimates to determine feasibility for accomplishment by State employees or outside contractors; reviewing contractual and/or field design documents and determining methods or accomplishment; establishing priorities for projects; assuming personal control of urgent or emergency projects; conducting start- up meetings with agency representatives, project architects, contractors and supervisors on new projects; providing final inspection upon completion of work; assigning vehicles; authorizing travel; maintaining quality of materials; certifying completion of projects; keeping current with wage rates; recruiting and separating casual workers; purchasing supplies, materials, and equipment and/or renting tools and equipment; preparing correspondence and reports.

Special Personal Characteristics Tact, keenness of observation, and physical stamina.

For information regarding position location(s), please refer to the Eligible List Information section.

All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this exam bulletin to be accepted to the examination.

00104038 - DIRECT CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this exam bulletin to be accepted into the examination. Part-time or full-time jobs, regardless of whether paid or volunteer positions, and inside or outside California state service will count toward experience. Direct Construction Supervisor II Either I Two years of experience performing the duties of a Direct Construction Supervisor I, Construction Supervisor I, Restoration Supervisor II, or Construction Office Manager I in the California state service. Or II Five or more years' experience as a contractor or superintendent in full-time direction of craft supervisors involved with several major crafts engaged in construction or alteration of major buildings, such as schools, hospitals, or other large buildings; pre-bid planning methods, and estimating time and material cost; ordering equipment and materials. At least two years shall have been in charge of multiple projects in multiple locations for a contractor or a large construction firm; And Education: Equivalent to graduation from college with major work in architecture or engineering. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.) Applicants using education to meet the minimum qualifications MUST provide a copy of their diploma, unofficial transcript, statement and/or evaluation from an accredited U.S. college/university with their Examination Application (Std. Form 678).

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

Upcoming Filing Cutoff Dates:

  • 6/6/2025
  • 7/7/2025
  • 8/1/2025
  • 9/5/2025
  • 10/3/2025
  • 11/7/2025
  • 12/5/2025
  • 1/2/2026
  • 2/6/2026
  • 3/6/2026
  • 4/3/2026
  • 5/1/2026
  • 6/5/2026

Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) must be received or postmarked by the filing date indicated above. Applications postmarked, personally delivered or received via interoffice mail after the filing date will be processed in the next group.

Who Should Apply

The information below will help you determine which classification(s) is(are) appropriate for you. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated on this bulletin to compete in this examination.

Open and Open, Non-Promotional Examination(s):

  • DIRECT CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR II - Open

How to Apply

Submit an Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) to apply for this examination.

Electronic applications can be submitted through your account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

You may apply by mail to:

  • Department of General Services
    Recruitment and Examination Services Unit
    P.O. Box 989052
    West Sacramento, CA 95798-9052

Indicate the Examination Code and Classification(s) on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678).

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

  • Department of General Services
    Recruitment and Examination Services Unit
    707 3rd Street, Lobby*
    West Sacramento, CA 95605
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Indicate the Examination Code and Classification(s) on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678). All applicants must provide proof of identification. Accepted forms of identification are: 1) a photo identification card or 2) two forms of signed identification.

*Visitors to the Department of General Services must be escorted at all times. Applicants must use the telephone provided in the Lobby to contact the Office of Human Resources at (916) 376-5400 OR email DGSExams@dgs.ca.gov to set up an appointment to drop off their application. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources. Applications with an original or electronic signature will be accepted. Dates printed on mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology shall not be considered postmarks and, as such, are not acceptable proof of the date an application was filed. Applications MUST include “to” and “from” dates (month/day/year), time base, civil service class title(s), and range (if applicable) for all work experience. College course information MUST include title, number of semester or quarter units, name of institution, completion dates, and degree (if applicable). Applications received without this information may have delays in processing and/or may be rejected.

Special Testing Arrangements

If you require assistance or alternative testing arrangements due to a disability, indicate on your application that you need reasonable accommodation. You will be contacted by a representative of the testing department to make the necessary arrangements. If you have not been contacted by the time you receive notification of testing, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

If you are unable to submit your application or complete the test due to a disability, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact section of this bulletin.

Application Link

Direct Construction Supervisor II

Questions regarding this examination should be directed to:

Department of General Services
Department of General Services - OHR
P.O. Box 989052
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9052
Phone: (916) 376-5400
DGSExams@dgs.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice). TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.