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Deputy Director, Environmental Justice, Tribal Affairs and Communications
California Coastal Commission
Full-time
United States
9,755 – 20,144 USD per month
Posted on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Job Description and Duties
Under the direction of the Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, and/or Senior Deputy Director, directs and makes recommendations on the Commission’s environmental justice, tribal affairs, and communications work across the Commission; serves on the Commission’s senior executive management team; and performs other duties as required to implement Coastal Act programs and authorities on behalf of the Coastal Commission.
Environmental Justice Program
- Oversees Environmental Justice Unit, its work, and the implementation of Coastal Commission’s Environmental Justice Policy.
- Directs and reviews outreach to environmental justice communities and stakeholders, staff research and resulting analysis on proposed projects with significant environmental justice issues.
- Oversees and participates in presentations to the Commission on environmental justice topics and analyses on the distribution of burdens and benefits to help inform decisions and educate the Commission and public.
- Oversees Commission’s Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) program and implementation of JEDI plan and related strategic plan items, which aims to create an inclusive workplace that allows staff from diverse backgrounds to thrive and improves outreach and public engagement. For example, this may include organizing trainings in collaboration with the JEDI team, leading quarterly JEDI calls, attending interagency meetings with JEDI leads, sitting on interview panels, contributing to or attending staff trainings on JEDI issues such as on implicit bias, presenting at outreach events at locations with greater diversity, and providing input on hiring practices.
- Advises senior management and Commissioners on environmental justice and JEDI matters.
Tribal Affairs Program
- Oversees Commission’s Tribal consultation liaison team and guides implementation of Tribal Consultation Policy.
- Serves as the Commission’s liaison with Tribal governments and tracks and coordinates meaningful consultation and outreach efforts.
- Guides staff research and resulting analysis on proposed projects with the potential for impacts to tribal resources.
- Oversees and participates in presentations to the Commission on tribal topics and analyses to help inform decisions and educate the Commission and public.
- Advises senior management and Commissioners on Tribal consultation matters.
Communications Program
- Directs the Commission's external affairs operation including developing relationships with the press, crafting official comments, providing guidance to staff and Commissioners on press issues.
- Manages the Commission’s Public Information Officer who serves as the primary spokesperson for news media inquiries regarding Commission actions, policies and programs.
- Directs the Commission’s efforts to develop outreach materials for the public, review materials for online content and social media and provides crisis communications messaging for the Commission when necessary.
- Guides the development of communication strategies for newsworthy actions and activities.
Working Conditions
The California Coastal Commission has several offices. We will consider filling the position in any of our offices. 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 day in-person office work week.
Minimum Requirements
This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.
Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-416431
Position #(s):
348-101-7500-XXX
Working Title:
Deputy Director, Environmental Justice, Tribal Affairs and Communications
Classification:
C. E. A.
$9,755.00 - $20,144.00 A This position is for a C.E.A. Level A Salary range is $9,471 - $11,463.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, 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
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.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: 3/29/2024Who May ApplyIndividuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.How To ApplyComplete 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 PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:CA Coastal CommissionAttn: Human Resources455 Market St. Suite 300San Francisco, CA 94105Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:CA Coastal CommissionHuman Resources455 Market St. Suite 300San Francisco, CA 9410508:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe 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. Statement of Qualifications - Please provide a narrative discussion of how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify the candidate for the position. The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed and no more than two pages in length. Resumes do not take the place of a Statement of Qualifications. Other - Cover Letter Other - Writing Sample (5 pages or less) Other - Work-Related References (Minimum 3)
Examination Qualification Requirements
All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.
Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.
State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.General Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:
- Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
- Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.
These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):
CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.
CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.
CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.
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 the organization and functions of California State government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; personnel management techniques; equal employment opportunity objectives; and a manager's role in the equal employment opportunity program. Knowledge of environmental justice, Tribal consultation, and justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion principles.
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures, and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government including Tribal governments, the public, and the Legislative and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to equal employment opportunity objectives. Ability to communicate and collaborate with Tribes and environmental justice communities throughout the state.
Personal Characteristics: Acts in a professional manner and demonstrates a high degree of integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior; demonstrates openness and trust; establishes and builds rapport by modeling values-based behaviors; strong interpersonal and mentoring skills; promotes teamwork and cross-functional collaboration and communication in support of the Coastal Commission’s strategic goals; and promotes a high-performance culture where employees are encouraged and enabled to perform to their greatest potential.
Personal Attributes: An understanding of the Coastal Act and Commission regulations and procedures, understanding of the principles of environmental justice, knowledge of Tribal consultation principals and practice, excellent communication skills, use of good judgment in approaching sensitive or controversial topics, flexibility and initiative, ability to work effectively with representatives of interest groups, other public agencies and members of the public, and completion of all work in a timely and well organized form.
Examination Information
If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.
A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.
The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.
Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.
The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.
Special Testing Arrangements
If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.
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: Kate Huckelbridge (415) 904-5203 kate.huckelbridge@coastal.ca.gov
EEO Contact: Melanie Wong (415) 904-5433 melanie.wong@coastal.ca.govPlease 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.
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.
California Coastal Commission is an equal opportunity employer.