The State Coastal Conservancy has a rare 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. This position will work in the South Coast Region of California, covering Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, and San Diego counties.

The duties of the Conservancy Project Development Manager may include but will not be limited to:

This is a Statewide Recruitment for one authorized position. This position may be filled in the Headquarters located in Oakland, CA. OR may be filled as a permanent remote position in the following counties: San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura. The remote incumbent would work from home and will be required to travel to our headquarters in Oakland, CA once per month. The travel costs are paid for at the State rate by the State Coastal Conservancy.

Candidates must have permanent residence in California. 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 county location(s) listed above to accept this position.

The Coastal Program Manager eligibility list will be appropirated for the Conservancy Project Development Manager list. You will need to meet the minimum qualifications of both classifications. If you are not currently on the Coastal Program Manager list, please take the online exam. Refer to “Eligibility Examination Information“.

“Love the California Coast, the environment, supervising people, and public agency management? This might be the job for you!”

The State Coastal Conservancy is seeking an experienced leader to join our Executive Management team as the Deputy Executive Officer, CEA, range A.

Reporting to and assisting the Executive Officer, the Deputy Executive Officer develops and implements Conservancy grant programs, including the Climate Ready and Wildfire Resilience Programs; develops and tracks the Conservancy’s Strategic Plan; provides management support to large, complex projects; represents the Conservancy to governing boards, control and oversight agencies, elected officials, public agencies, tribes, community groups, and key stakeholders; supervises several staff and provides mentorship to other managers and staff; directs and oversees matters regarding the Conservancy’s budget, funding, incoming grants and other fund sources; develops and implements agency policies; and organizes the executive team and management team of the Conservancy.

The selected candidate is required to have broad knowledge of various laws, rules, policies, and procedures in management of state agencies; work cooperatively with others; respond to emergency demands on short notice; exercise a high degree of initiative, independence of action and originality; demonstrate tact and a high degree of good independent judgment; communicate effectively; easily adapt to changing priorities; supervise a team of direct reports and indirect staff; be dependable; and have excellent time management skills.

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

 

Working Conditions

• Position is in a high-rise building (Oakland, CA Headquarters)
• Work on a computer up to 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday.
• The Conservancy has a telework policy for Headquarter (HQ) employees, that allows staff to telework up to 3 days per week. A computer for telework use can be provided if needed.
• A computer for telework use for both HQ and permanently remote staff can be provided if needed.
• Travel is required throughout California for meetings and site visits, with overnight stays necessary on occasion.
• Work environment may involve a range of climatic and physical conditions such as exposure to rain, heat, cold, fumes, dust, air contaminants, stinging insects, poison oak, and rattlesnakes.
• Work environment may involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which will require following basic safety precautions.
• May need to work around water or ambulate on uneven and/or slippery surfaces.
• May need to stoop, bend, reach, lift, twist, turn, kneel, squat, grasp, or lift-up to 15 pounds.
• Work activities may require working in confrontational situations with project partners, grantees, or members of the public.
• Work hours may be varied; may require overtime.

For more information and to apply, visit the CalCareers posting here.

The Final Filing Date is 08/20/2024.

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:
   • JC-442129 – Deputy Executive Officer, C. E. A.
4. Review the Duty Statement (download).
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. To obtain eligibility for the Staff Service Analyst (SSA) position please see the “Special Requirements and Additional Information” sections to take the exam/obtain eligibility.

Other resources for applying for a job with the State:

Department of General Services: How to Apply for a State Job

CalPERS: How to Apply for a State Job

CalCareers: Help

State of CA Civil Service Pay Scale