Job Posting: Executive Officer

State Lands Commission

JC-460988
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Executive Officer
Executive Officer, State Lands Commission

$16,883.00 - $17,392.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/31/2025

Job Description and Duties

The California State Lands Commission's Executive Officer's (EO) main responsibility is to implement the Commissioners' directives and policies regarding the stewardship and management of over 4 million acres of lands and mineral interests granted to the State as well as 70 grants of those lands to local jurisdictions. The California State Lands Commission (Commission) has been entrusted with the authority and responsibility to prudently manage and protect the important natural resources on public lands within the State. To accomplish this task, the EO: determines Commission staff priorities consistent with Commission policies and direction; ensures that Commission staff adhere to, comply with, and carry out the Commission's Strategic Plan; ensures that the Commission's policies, processes, and procedures are aligned with the mission, vision, Strategic Plan, and Commission's directives; and ensures that the Commission's policies, practices, and procedures are compliant with all laws, statutes, and regulations and that staff take appropriate actions regarding safety and environmental concerns and emergencies. The EO consults with and advises the Commission on all matters relative to the Commission's statutory jurisdiction and responsibilities; represents the Commission at public venues as well as professional and private organizations; and interacts with the Governor's Office, Legislature, Secretary of Natural Resources Agency, Tribal Governments, state agency department heads, and public, non-profit, and industry representatives.

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

Working Conditions

  • Work outside of core business hours as workload requires or when unforeseen events occur.
  • High volume of email correspondence and phone coordination and/or phone conferencing, including responding to email correspondence and phone coordination and/or phone conferencing outside of regular business hours.
  • Frequent travel outside of the office on various work assignments.
  • May require overnight or multi-day travel assignments.
  • This position is eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the State Lands Commission policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position's designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

Minimum Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-460988
Position #(s):
340-500-3791-001
Working Title:
Executive Officer
Classification:
Executive Officer, State Lands Commission
$16,883.00 - $17,392.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Exempt Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time
Work Shift:
8 am - 5 pm
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

The California State Lands Commission provides the people of California with effective stewardship of the lands, waterways, and resources entrusted to its care through preservation, restoration, enhancement, responsible economic development, and the promotion of public access.
 
We value diversity at all levels and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where our employees from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are able to leverage their strengths and unique insights to further the Commission’s mission and thrive.
 
Department Website: https://www.slc.ca.gov   

Twitter: https://twitter.com/CAStateLands

Instagram: www.instagram.com/castatelands

Special Requirements

Applying electronically for this Job Control is preferred. Paper application packages must contain the Job Control number and classification title on the first page of the application in order to be processed and included in the applicant pool.

NOTE: 
  • Applicants must not include any hyperlinks or confidential information such as SSN, DOB, marital status, age, driver’s license number (unless required), LEAP status, Equal Opportunity Employer information, exam results, salary, authorization to work in the US, and criminal history in their application package. Confidential information provided in the application package will be redacted.
  • Only required or requested documents will be reviewed and considered by the hiring unit. 
  • Generative Artificial Intelligence should not be used when completing the Statement of Qualifications.

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: 1/31/2025

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Exempt Position by the State of California.

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:

State Lands Commission
SLC - ASD
Attn: Human Resources
100 Howe Avenue, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Lands Commission
SLC - ASD
Human Resources
100 Howe Avenue, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825
Deliver application packages to the Receptionist Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between
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 -
    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) which addresses the Desirable Qualifications (DQs) listed in this section is required when applying for this position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Completed SOQs must be single-spaced, 12 pt. font, not exceed 3 pages, and responses must be numbered in the same order as the DQs. You may refer to your formal education, training, and work experience when responding to each DQ. Failure to submit an SOQ may result in elimination from the hiring process. In your SOQ, provide responses to DQs 1-3 below.

    1. Describe your experience and knowledge managing some or all of a public agency, department, division, or program, or the equivalent in a private entity.
    2. Describe your leadership abilities and attributes for organizing and motivating groups or employees, directing the work of professional and administrative staff, or dealing effectively with a variety of individuals, organizations, or government agencies, as well as creating a healthy work environment within a program or organization that engenders employee engagement and accountability.
    3. Describe your knowledge of land and natural resource planning and management, including but not limited to a broad-based background in the Public Trust Doctrine, environmental review, or leasing processes and lease compliance practices.

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:
  • Possess a working knowledge of a wide range of subject areas including: environmental protection; cultural resources preservation; land use planning and decision-making; mineral resource development, including oil and gas development and decommissioning; renewable energy projects, including geothermal, solar, and wind; public trust responsibilities; real estate management; climate change and sea level rise; coastal erosion and armoring; aquaculture; artificial reefs; ocean acidification; ocean/coastal health; and water supply issues.
  • Possess demonstrated management and administrative leadership skills.
  • Possess demonstrated experience working in a political environment at the highest levels and awareness of consequences of actions.
  • Possess strong written and verbal communications skills, strong negotiating skills, and ability to represent the Commission effectively.
  • Experience in evaluating and making recommendations regarding highly sensitive and complex land and resource issues.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Anne Kerri
(916) 574-1912
anne.kerri@slc.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:
Allison Lyman
(916) 574-2494
eeo@slc.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.

Position Location

100 Howe Avenue, Suite 100-South 
Sacramento, CA 95825

***FREE PARKING AND NEAR HWY 50 AND BUS ROUTES***

Conflict of Interest

This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code.

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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