Job Posting: Associate Adaptation and Resilience Planner

Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation

JC-474064
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Associate Adaptation and Resilience Planner
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 5/6/2025

Job Description and Duties

The Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program (ICARP), established through Senate Bill 246, is charged with developing a cohesive and holistic response to the impacts of climate change by coordinating state and local adaptation efforts. Through the enabling legislation, ICARP is centrally focused on efforts that advance climate equity and support integrated climate strategies, or those strategies that benefit both greenhouse gas reductions and adaptation. ICARP currently leads grant program efforts including Adaptation Planning, Regional Resilience and Extreme Heat and Community Resilience. This role supports technical assistance, policy development, programs and activities related to these grant programs and policy projects including SB 306 the Extreme Heat Action Plan and AB 2238 CalHeatScore.  

Under the direction of the ICARP Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Grant Program Manager, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (Associate Resilience and Adaptation Planner) will support implementation of the Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Grant Program, CalHeatScore (AB 2238) and the Extreme Heat Action Plan (SB 306), as part of LCI’s Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program (ICARP). This position is a member of the ICARP Team, which works to integrate climate change into planning and investment decisions through the development of statewide plans, decision-support tools, actionable climate science, guidance, technical assistance, and grant programs while also advancing racial and social equity within state funding programs and programs related to climate change.

The Associate Planner will support planning, investment and coordination around climate resilience and adaptation. This position is a member of the LCI Climate Team, which works to integrate climate change into planning and investment decisions through the development of decision-support tools, actionable climate science, guidance, technical assistance, and grant programs.

This is a professional classification that requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines; exercise initiative; independence of action; demonstrate tact and good judgement; communicate effectively both written and orally; balance multiple projects and execute effectively in a collaborative work environment; and develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.

The incumbent is required to have proven communication and writing skills. Some scientific understanding of climate change is preferred, including climate change adaptation and mitigation, climate and environmental policies, and other technical topics relevant to climate change policy. The incumbent must be open-minded, detail oriented, and passionate about advancing inclusion and belonging within state policy development, grant making and planning efforts.

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

Working Conditions

Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to lift, carry, pull, push, or otherwise move objects weighing 5 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation. Involves sitting most of the time and may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. This position may be eligible to participate in LCI’s hybrid telework schedule. Participation in Telework is subject to LCI’s guidelines. Occasional/overnight travel up to 15% may be required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-474064
Position #(s):
368-695-5393-901
Working Title:
Associate Adaptation and Resilience Planner
Classification:
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3,749.00 - $4,698.00 A
$4,059.00 - $5,081.00 B
$4,868.00 - $6,093.00 C
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

The Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) serves the Governor and his Cabinet as staff for long-range planning and research and constitutes the comprehensive state planning agency. LCI assists the Governor and the Administration in planning, research, policy development, and legislative analysis. LCI formulates long- range state goals and policies to address land use, climate change, population growth and distribution, urban expansion, infrastructure development, groundwater sustainability and drought response, and resource protection. LCI’s budget programs include State Planning and Policy Development, Strategic Growth Council, and the Racial Equity Commission. LCI is a fast-paced, creative work environment that requires staff to have strong collaboration skills, an ability to quickly respond to changing policy needs, and a positive attitude and sense of humor. Proven commitment to creating a work environment that celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences.


This position is limited term for 12 months but may be extended for an additional 12 months, not to exceed 2 years. This position may become Permanent/FT pending budget approval.

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

Special Requirements

  • Passion for work that promotes access for all
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

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: 5/6/2025

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:

Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation
Human Resources Office
Attn: HR YP
1400 10th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation
Human Resources Office
HR YP
1400 10th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
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.
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 and experience in urban, regional, and/or environmental planning, extreme heat planning, and the application of community planning principles
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner
  • Employ creativity and innovation to resolve issues and identify alternative strategies
  • Experience working on complex planning projects
  • Demonstrate willingness to assume the most complex duties and adapt to changing priorities
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively independently and in a team environment
  • Possess strong organizational, time management, analytical, and project management skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects with short-term and long-term deadlines
  • Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and recommend an effective course of action
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Experience working in and with under-resourced communities, immigrant communities and low-income communities and/or communities of color.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

Contact Information

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

Department Website: https://www.lci.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Yucary Padilla
(916) 758-0579
yucary.padilla@lci.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Braden Kay
(602) 550-1745
braden.kay@lci.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:
EEO Office
(279) 228-3940
alanna.dayton@lci.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.

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:
• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).


Transcripts: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you will be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here. 


Personally Identifiable Information:
Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

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.

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