Job Posting: Tribal Liaison and Environmental Justice Project Analyst

This is a 12-month limited term position that may be extended and/or may become permanent pending budget approval.

“Love the California Coast and the environment? Committed to tribal engagement and environmental justice? This might be the job for you!”

The State Coastal Conservancy has an exciting opportunity for you to join us in protecting California’s iconic lands and waters, restoring vital habitats, and increasing inclusive and equitable enjoyment of the coast and shoreline as our agency’s Tribal Liaison and Environmental Justice analyst.  The position will be filled at the Conservancy Project Development Analyst I level (CPDA I). See the Duty Statement for more information.

 

The State Coastal Conservancy works with local partners along the coast of California, within coastal watersheds, and within the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area to acquire and protect natural and agricultural lands, restore and enhance habitats and ecosystems, design and build trails and other recreational facilities, plan and implement climate adaptation projects, implement urban greening projects, provide environmental education, and improve public access for historically underserved communities. The new Tribal Liaison and Environmental Justice analyst will be responsible for ongoing development and implementation of the Conservancy’s tribal affairs and Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) work. Under the direction of the Deputy Executive Officer, the incumbent will develop and implement tribal and JEDI policies and procedures for the agency, will assist Conservancy staff in implementing these policies, will coordinate with other agencies and partners working on tribal and JEDI issues, and will manage certain tribally- and JEDI-centered projects. Project management work will include soliciting and reviewing grant applications, assisting grantees with project development, writing, and presenting staff recommendations for Conservancy Board approval, developing grant agreements in cooperation with legal staff, ensuring that the project purpose and all conditions of the grant agreement are met, reviewing invoices, and monitoring the progress of projects. Duties will require leadership skills, a high level of independent action, and coordination with community groups, tribes, Conservancy staff, other public agencies, and nonprofits.

This is a Statewide Recruitment for one authorized position. This position may be filled in the Headquarters office in Oakland, CA, or may be filled as a permanent remote position in the following counties: San Diego, Orange, or Los Angeles.
Candidates must have permanent residence in California and, if working in a remote position, must reside in one of the counties listed above. Please indicate your preferred location(s) in the “Explanation” section of your application (State Application Form – STD.678) or in your Statement of Qualifications. Please note, you must reside within your preferred location(s) to accept this position.
The Coastal Program Analyst I eligibility list will be appropriated for the Conservancy Project Development Analyst I list. You will need to meet the minimum qualifications of both classifications. If you are not currently on the Coastal Program Analyst I list, please take the online exam. Refer to “Eligibility Examination Information“.

Effective July 1, 2025, a 3% salary reduction is in place under the Personal Leave Program (PLP), with 5 hours of Personal Leave Credit earned monthly in exchange. This program is subject to change based on union agreements and state budget policy.

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

 

Monthly salary band:

$6,097.00 – $7,631.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 2/10/2026

 

Steps to apply:

  1. If you’re new to the state application process, please visit 3 Steps to a State Job to learn more about the process.
  2. Create a CalCareers Account
  3. Visit the job announcement at:
  4. Review the Duty Statement.
  5. On the Job Control Listing, click Apply Now to launch the CA STD 678, which is the State of California’s official State Application for job vacancies.
  6. If any, answer questions/prompts on the CA STD 678 and upload all required documents before submitting the application:
    1. State Application STD 678 – make sure to fill out all sections (resume will not be reviewed/considered)
    2. If you’re new to the state application process, please visit 3 Steps to a State Job to learn more about the process.
    3. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
  7. Verify that the CA STD 678 and other required documents have been “Submitted” in your CalCareer account.
  8. Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency.

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