Job Posting: Senior Enforcement Analyst

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission

JC-486827
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Senior Enforcement Analyst
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST III

$7,694.00 - $9,638.00 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: 8/10/2025

Job Description and Duties

The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) is offering an exciting opportunity reporting directly to the Enforcement and Compliance Manager for BCDC handling the most complex enforcement issues for the department.  The primary responsibilities of this position include researching and completing the most difficult and complex enforcement cases, assisting with completing After the Fact permits in a timely manner, providing recommendations for the Commission's enforcement actions, assisting with drafting enforcement and compliance policies and procedures working closely with the Enforcement and Compliance Manager.

 

Specific duties include:

  • Assures that all mandated procedures, particularly criteria and deadlines for enforcement actions, are met.
  • Prepares enforcement-related analyses and recommendations in coordination and under the direction of Legal staff.
  • Completion of after the fact permits when warranted in a timely manner.
  • Keeps the Enforcement and Compliance Manager informed of the status of enforcement cases.
  • Edits administrative penalty letters, violation reports, cease and desist letters, civil penalty orders, and other enforcement related documents.
  • Making written and oral presentations to the Commission, Enforcement Committee, and the public.
  • Researching and completing the most difficult and complex enforcement cases.
  • Mentoring team members for professional development.
  • Handling of sensitive and complex policy, regulatory, and planning matters.
  • Maintaining a positive collaborative relationship with legal staff and Senior Staff members, communicating program updates, challenges and recommendations.

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

Working Conditions

  • Work in San Francisco office as defined by BCDC Telework Agreement. The current Telework Agreement provides for hybrid work, with two days in the office per week, subject to change. Flexible hours considered.
  • Work in a stationary position (such as sitting or standing) for long periods of time using a laptop, keyboard and video display terminal
  • Make site visits, inspections, and attend meetings.
  • Required to maintain a valid Defensive Driver’s license if operation of a state vehicle is needed to perform work.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-486827
Position #(s):
722-101-4762-XXX
Working Title:
Senior Enforcement Analyst
Classification:
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST III
$7,694.00 - $9,638.00
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:
San Francisco County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission is responsible for protecting and enhancing the San Francisco Bay and advances the Bay’s responsible, productive, and equitable uses for today and for generations to come as we face a changing climate and rising sea levels.

Department Website: https://www.bcdc.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: 8/10/2025

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:

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission
Human Resources
Attn: Human
455 Market St. Suite 228
San Francisco, CA 94105

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission
Human Resources
Human Resources
455 Market St. Suite 228
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.
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 environmental land use and regulation, environmental law and policy.
  • Ability to work well with regulatory, planning and legal teams as well as the public.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including negotiation skills.
  • Ability to analyze information, creatively explore alternative approaches, and develop defensible policy positions.
  • Excellent communication skills including presentation skills and the ability to write accurate, complete, and concise documents.
  • Ability to represent BCDC positively and diplomatically during controversial enforcement   interactions.
  • Analyze and evaluate written, graphic, and verbal data and prepare complete and comprehensive reports.

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.bcdc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Greg Scharff
(415) 352-3600
greg.scharff@bcdc.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:
Peggy Atwell
(415) 352-3638
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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