Job Posting: Southern California (SoCal) Transportation Manager

CA Coastal Commission

JC-485320
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Southern California (SoCal) Transportation Manager
COASTAL PROGRAM MANAGER

$8,425.00 - $10,469.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/8/2025

Job Description and Duties

The Coastal Program Manager (CPM) classification is typically the full supervisory and program management level. Under general direction, incumbents plan, organize, direct and are accountable for programs in either the headquarters office or a district office (or across district offices), which are of major significance and are sensitive and complex.

Work assignments involve planning, regulating, monitoring, and managing uses of California's ocean and coast; advising permit applicants on the planning, technical and legal aspects of their proposed projects; reviewing and commenting on California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents; consulting with local, regional, State, and Federal officials and with the public to coordinate and integrate regulatory and planning activities; determining the conformity of proposed coastal uses with the applicable standards of local, State and Federal law and adopted Commission policies and regulations; assisting local governments in the preparation of local coastal programs (LCPs); reviewing LCPs to determine whether they have been developed and are being carried out in accordance with State and Federal laws; and preparing recommendations to the California Coastal Commission to guide the Commission in its formal actions on development permits, appeals, Federal consistency reviews, energy and ocean programs, enforcement matters, LCPs and other coastal planning and management work.

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 2 days in-person office work week.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-485320
Position #(s):
348-106-4763-XXX
Working Title:
Southern California (SoCal) Transportation Manager
Classification:
COASTAL PROGRAM MANAGER
$8,425.00 - $10,469.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# 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: 8/8/2025

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
  • Other - At least 2 Professional References
  • Other - Writing Sample 
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 of: Principles, practices, terms and concepts of urban, economic, resources, social, legal, and regional planning; public policy development; current trends and applications in Federal, State and local planning; administrative, land use and environmental law; permit review and zoning procedures; techniques of planning, controlling, motivating and organizing the work of others; principles of personnel management, public relations and administration; modern office methods; technology and procedures; the objectives of the State's EEO Program; and a supervisor's role in the EEO Program and the processes available to meet EEO objectives

Ability to: Analyze situations accurately and take effective action; effectively and convincingly communicate in written and verbal form complex and controversial matters to individuals and groups; analyze and evaluate written, graphic and verbal data and prepare complete and comprehensive reports; inspire confidence and trust; establish and maintain effective and cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work; exercise common sense and good judgment; lead the work of other staff on a project and work independently; plan, organize and supervise the work of a professional staff; train staff and motivate subordinates to accomplish organizational goals; effectively contribute to the Commission's affirmative action objectives; develop innovative solutions for difficult environmental or coastal management problems; provide leadership in accomplishing basic functions and objectives in assigned programs; inspire confidence and effective working relationships with employees, managers and leaders in the public and private sector; and plan and implement public participation programs and apply conflict resolution principles. Personal attributes: Thorough understanding of State of California regulations and procedures; understanding of the goals of the agency and the agency's management; use of good judgment when making decisions with those inside and outside the agency; flexibility and initiative; ability to work effectively with representatives of interest groups and other public agencies; and completion of all work in a timely and well organized form.

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:
Peter Allen
(415) 729-1348
peter.allen@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:
Ashley Reineman
(805) 585-1800
humanresources@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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