Job Posting: Coastal Planner

CA Coastal Commission

JC-448644
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Coastal Planner
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST I

$4,784.00 - $7,411.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 9/19/2024

Job Description and Duties

The California Coastal Commission is seeking a new talented addition to its Statewide Planning Unit to enhance statewide evaluation of critical coastal planning issues, with an emphasis on coastal housing issues (affordable housing, fair housing, infill housing, etc.) and wildfire resilience in the context of the California Coastal Act. The Statewide Planning Unit conducts comprehensive planning, policy research, and analysis related to a wide range of coastal resource and land management issues; develops resources and guidance related to climate change, coastal resiliency, housing, and sustainability; and coordinates with other state, local, and federal agencies on planning and policy matters. The unit is also responsible for development and implementation of staff training and professional development programs through web-based training tools.

Under the direction of the Statewide Planning Manager, Coastal Housing Coordinator, and Statewide Planning Supervisor, the Coastal Planner (to be filled at the Coastal Program Analyst I or Coastal Program Analyst II level, depending on qualifications and experience) performs a wide variety of training and tasks related to the planning and regulatory functions of the Commission on the topics of coastal housing, climate change, and other emerging statewide issues. The position will be responsible for helping to implement the local coastal program (LCP) planning and coastal development permit (CDP) regulatory work in the Statewide Planning Unit, including project management, coordination with other agency units (e.g., legal, enforcement, technical services, etc.), and external communications outside the agency. The position will also be responsible for development of guidance and administration of the Commission’s LCP Grant program. In addition, attendance at certain Coastal Commission meetings and making staff presentations will be required. The person in this position will report directly to the Statewide Planning Unit’s Coastal Housing Coordinator.

The duties of the Coastal Planner may include, but will not be limited to:

  • Review and analyze coastal development permits, coastal land use plans and zoning ordinances for coastal housing issues and conformity with California Coastal Act requirements;
  • Review and analyze coastal development permits, coastal land use plans and zoning ordinances, and public works plans for a variety of climate change issues (e.g., sea level rise, sustainable growth, wildfire resilience), other issues of statewide importance (e.g., low cost visitor-serving accommodations), and conformity with California Coastal Act requirements;
  • Prepare written recommendations to the Commission on a variety of housing issues, climate change issues, and other issues of statewide importance;
  • Develop training materials and provide information to Commission staff, local governments, permit applicants and members of the public regarding the Commission’s regulatory and planning programs on a variety of housing issues, wildfire resilience, climate change issues, and other issues of statewide importance;
  • Take a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems of LCP interpretation and implementation;
  • Perform miscellaneous other tasks, including analyzing the environmental impacts of projects in the coastal zone; interpreting aerial photographs and mapped information; and visiting the sites of coastal projects;
  • As part of the LCP grant management team, review grant applications, prepare grant agreements, review deliverables, and ensure compliance with grant agreements;
  • Attend meetings and conferences with local, state, and federal government agencies;
  • Support public participation and public outreach, including environmental justice and tribal communities, related to climate change, housing, and other coastal resource issues;
  • Prepare and present effective oral presentations;
  • Some travel and field work is required.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position may be located in any of the Commission’s district offices: Arcata, San Francisco, Santa Cruz, Ventura, Long Beach or San Diego. The California Coastal Commission is a hybrid workplace and offers telework for all employees. Telework is available for this position in accordance with the California Coastal Commission’s Telework Policy and Procedures with a minimum of 2 day in-person office work week.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-448644
Position #(s):
348-102-4726-XXX
Working Title:
Coastal Planner
Classification:
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST I
$4,784.00 - $5,435.00 A
$4,935.00 - $5,882.00 B
$5,918.00 - $7,411.00 C
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II
$7,115.00 - $8,911.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Coastal Commission is a small state agency responsible for protecting and enhancing California’s coast and ocean resources. It does so through careful planning and regulation of environmentally-sustainable development, rigorous use of science, strong public participation, education, and effective intergovernmental coordination.

The California Coastal Commission values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission of protecting and enhancing California’s coast and ocean for present and future generations.

We have district offices in Arcata, San Francisco (headquarters), Santa Cruz, Ventura, Long Beach, San Diego and a small legislative office in Sacramento.

Department Website: https://www.coastal.ca.gov

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/19/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA Coastal Commission
Attn: Human Resources
455 Market St. Suite 300
San Francisco, CA 94105

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA Coastal Commission
Human Resources
455 Market St. Suite 300
San Francisco, CA 94105
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    Submit cover letter that describes how your qualifications align with the desirable qualifications for this position (2 pages or less)

  • Other - Three professional references
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Knowledge about the Coastal Act, environmental impact analysis and regulation, state housing laws, land use planning in California and the means of implementing Local Coastal Programs, such as zoning and other legal and regulatory processes.
  • Familiarity with the functions and relationships of federal, state, regional, county, and city governments and special districts.
  • Ability to critically analyze information, creatively explore alternative approaches, and develop defensible policy positions.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to write accurate, complete, and concise staff reports and correspondence.
  • Knowledge of and experience working with LCPs, PWPs, and CDPs.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other local, state, and federal agency officials.
  • Rigorous in identifying issues and proactive in problem solving efforts.
  • Experience with coastal housing issues, wildfire resilience and a variety of other climate change issues (e.g., sea level rise, sustainable growth) and/or other issues of statewide importance (e.g., low cost visitor-serving accommodations).
  • Experience with environmental justice and/or tribal consultation.
  • Fast learner, organized, an excellent multi-tasker, and able to perform under pressure.
  • Background in planning, environmental studies, housing policy, geology, coastal engineering, grant management, climate change science, resource management, fire management planning, or a closely related field.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.coastal.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Erin Prahler
(619) 767-2370
erin.prahler@coastal.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Melanie Wong
(415) 904-5433
melanie.wong@coastal.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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
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