Job Posting: GRANTS AND EDUCATION PROGRAM ANALYST

CA Coastal Commission

JC-459651
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GRANTS AND EDUCATION PROGRAM ANALYST
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

$5,855.00 - $7,549.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/15/2025

Job Description and Duties

The California Coastal Commission is a small state agency charged with implementing the California Coastal Act of 1976 to protect, preserve, and enhance resources in the coastal zone of California. The staff in the Public Education Unit work to further the agency’s mission by raising awareness of the importance of protecting and restoring the California coast and ocean, connecting people to the coast and coastal watersheds, and promoting environmental stewardship

Under the direction of the Public Education Program Manager, the Grants and Education Program Analyst is responsible for all aspects of the Whale Tail Grants Program, which funds projects that connect people to the California Coast and its watersheds through education, stewardship, and outdoor experiences. The Analyst is also a collaborative member of a small team working on a variety of projects to engage Californians in appreciation and stewardship of the coast and ocean. For more details, please see the Duty Statement and the Desirable Qualifications (found near the bottom of this page).

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

Working Conditions

This position is located in downtown San Francisco, convenient to BART, Muni, ferries, and transbay bus lines. Most of the work will be done at a computer and requires frequent communication via email, chat, voice, and/or video calls. Occasional travel and weekend work may be required (a few times a year), with consideration to personal obligations. 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 in-office days per week. This Telework Policy is subject to change.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-459651
Position #(s):
348-101-5393-XXX
Working Title:
GRANTS AND EDUCATION PROGRAM ANALYST
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
$5,855.00 - $7,549.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
San Francisco County
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: 1/15/2025

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
N/A
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
N/A
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.
  • Other - Cover Letter (Please state why you want the job and why you would be the right person to hire)
  • Other - 3 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:

Experience with and knowledge of:

  • Environmental education current trends and best practices
  • Environmental issues of importance to the coast and ocean including climate change/sea level rise and plastic pollution
  • Racial and social equity concepts, issues, and best practices
  • California state education standards

Experience with and ability to:

  • Complete complex projects on a deadline
  • Track budgets and invoices with accuracy
  • Interact with members of the public through courteous and timely communication

Strengths:

  • Enthusiasm for environmental education, equitable outdoor access, and coastal conservation
  • Careful attention to detail
  • Strong organization skills
  • Ability to complete multi-part tasks and effectively work on multiple projects
  • Strong writing skills, including translating complex topics into accessible language
  • Independent, professional work habits
  • Ability to work collaboratively
  • Facility with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and Word, or experience with similar software and ability to learn

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:
Annie Frankel
(415) 597-5888
Annie.Frankel@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:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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