Job Posting: Associate Coastal Planner

CA Coastal Commission

JC-514855
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Associate Coastal Planner
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II

$7,328.00 - $9,178.00 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: 5/13/2026

Job Description and Duties

The California Coastal Commission staff is charged with implementing the California Coastal Act of 1976 to protect, preserve and enhance resources in the coastal zone of California. The Associate Coastal Planner (i.e. Coastal Program Analyst II) is the full journey level analyst position in the agency. Incumbents perform the more complex technical and analytical planning and regulatory activities and work with greater independence.

Under the direction of the District Manager(s) and the District Supervisor(s), an Associate Coastal Planner performs a wide variety of the more complex tasks relating to the planning and permit processing functions of the California Coastal Commission. As well as applying the provisions of the California Coastal Act, the Planners Identify and analyze potential environmental justice impacts in projects, and drafting environmental justice, diversity and inclusion provisions in Staff Reports, settlements, or other documents, consistent with the Commission's Environmental Justice Policy. Conduct tribal coordination and consultation for relevant projects, including communicating with and gathering information from tribes, assessing impacts to cultural and tribal resources and drafting findings in Staff Reports, settlements, or other documents, consistent with the Commission’s Tribal Consultation Policy.

This is a 12 Month Limited-Term Position with the Possibility of Extension Up To 24 Months and Becoming Permanent.

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

Working Conditions

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 two days in-person office work per week. The telework and hybrid work policies are subject to change at any time.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-514855
Position #(s):
348-107-4735-XXX
Working Title:
Associate Coastal Planner
Classification:
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II
$7,328.00 - $9,178.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST I
$4,928.00 - $5,598.00 A
$5,083.00 - $6,058.00 B
$6,096.00 - $7,633.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
San Diego County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - 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: 5/13/2026

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 - Transcripts/Diploma(s)/Certification(s).
  • 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 coastal resource and environmental management; urban and regional planning; economic analysis; legal mandates; public policy development; current trends and applications in Federal, State and local planning; administrative, land use and environmental law; permit review and zoning procedures.

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; work effectively with representatives of interest groups and other public agencies use good judgment when making decisions on the content of staff reports and in communications with those inside and outside the agency; creatively solve problems and employ good negotiation skills; successfully negotiate the Commission’s position with the agency’s clients; multi-task; complete assignments in a timely and organized manner; respond calmly and effectively in stressful situations;

Required personal attributes include: a thorough understanding of Coastal Act and Commission regulations and procedures, the goals of the agency and the agency’s management; flexibility and initiative, strong writing and verbal communication skills; a willingness to follow and implement directions; a desire to be an effective part of a work team; regular attendance and a commitment to public service.

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:
Diana Lilly
(619) 767-2370
diana.lilly@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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