Job Posting: Environmental Planner

Delta Stewardship Council

JC-189443
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Environmental Planner
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER

$3,817.00 - $5,912.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 2/3/2020

Job Description and Duties

Senior Environmental Planner will also be considered. Please see Job Control 189430, Position number 530-001-4713-001, if you wish to apply for the Senior Environmental Planner position.

Associate Environmental Planner will also be considered. Please see Job Control 189435, Position number 530-001-4711-XXX, if you wish to apply for the Associate Environmental Planner position.

The Delta Stewardship Council (Council) is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and highly-effective individual for an exciting opportunity to serve as a Senior Environmental Planner in the Ecosystem Restoration, Land Use and Scientific Integration Unit within the Planning and Performance Division. This position serves as the staff lead on regional planning, land use, ecosystem management, economics, agricultural sustainability, and groundwater policy issues. The position also supports Council staff efforts on climate adaptation issues. The position offers the opportunity to develop and promote interagency coordination with state and federal agencies, universities, implementing agency staff, and external stakeholders on Delta Plan policy development and implementation. This position requires the incumbent to work productively in a demanding environment and meet short processing time lines when necessary

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of water, climate, and natural resources issues, environmental data management standards, and geographic information systems (GIS)
Ability to track and report on the status of programs and projects
Ability to analyze data, draw sound conclusions, and present ideas and information both orally and in written form
Hands on experience with regional and local planning policy and experience
Act as lead for land use and regional and local planning content for the Delta Plan
Proficiency in common desktop technology tools such as Excel, Access, Power Point, and other Microsoft products

Special Personal Characteristics
Ability to work productively in a demanding and dynamic environment
Strong organizational skills
Proactive approach to problem-solving, including outreach to key agency and stakeholder representatives
Strong research skills and attention to detail, including checking facts
Confidence in recommending courses of action based on evidence and good judgment
High ethical standards
Willingness and ability to accept increasing responsibility and demonstrate capacity for development

Interpersonal Skills
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to work well independently and as a team member
Ability to gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work
Ability to interact with various levels of staff, management, stakeholders and implementing agencies in a professional and courteous manner

Work Environment, Physical or Mental Abilities
Manage multiple priorities effectively and meet deadlines
Meet short processing timelines when necessary
Handle varying and sometimes large workload volumes
Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and changing priorities
Appropriate attire for professional office environment
Work in downtown Sacramento

Personal Contacts
Inter-agency and multidisciplinary work groups and technical teams of scientists and engineers
External stakeholders and members of the public

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-189443
Position #(s):
530-001-4640-XXX
Working Title:
Environmental Planner
Classification:
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
$3,817.00 - $5,912.00
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
$6,722.00 - $8,352.00
ASSOCIATE ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
$5,676.00 - $7,109.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Mission Statement:  The mission of the Delta Stewardship Council is to achieve the coequal goals (CA Water Code SS 85054):” …providing a more reliable water supply for California and protecting, restoring, and enhancing the Delta ecosystem…”.

Work Location:

Delta Stewardship Council
980 9th Street, Suite 1500 Sacramento, CA 95814
Attention: Human Resources Office

Department Website: http://www.deltacouncil.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: 2/3/2020

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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:

Delta Stewardship Council
Attn: Classification & Pay Unit – Personnel Technician
c/o Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection
P O Box 944246
Sacramento, CA 94244-2460

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Classification & Pay Unit – Personnel Technician
c/o Dept of Forestry and Fire Protection
1300 U Street
Sacramento, CA 95818
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Failure to include the Statement of Qualifications as required may result in disqualification from the hiring process. Please see the section labeled "Statement of Qualifications" for further information.

  • Other -

    Cover Letter - All applicants must provide a Cover Letter in letter format for the hiring manager’s review to be considered for this position.

  • Other -

    Minimum Qualifications -

    If you meet the minimum qualifications with experience, upload a document stating that you meet with experience. If you meet the minimum qualifications with education, you must upload a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts. We cannot accept transcripts that are copied and pasted, or for advisory purposes only. 

    Please see the section labeled "Minimum Qualifications" for further information.

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:
  • Critical reasoning skills and sound judgment are required.
  • Excellent writing skills are required.
  • Working knowledge of MS Excel is required.
  • Strong analytical and technical skills are required.
  • Knowledge of GIS, data management, statistical and visualization tools is highly desirable.
  • Ability to collaborate with experts in resource management and scientists to provide integrated analysis is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of key environmental policies such as the California Environmental Quality Act, Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, Clean Air and Clean Water Act is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of state water resources and environmental programs and policies of the state is desirable.
  • Awareness of current trends in land use and climate change issues is desirable.
  • Possession of a bachelor’s or advanced degree in a scientific, water resources, or engineering field is desirable.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Debbie Mininfield
(916) 445-5565

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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 445-5511
livia.page@deltacouncil.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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Statement of Qualification:

  • A short write up, no more than two typed pages, Arial font 12, describing the applicants experience and abilities as related to the duty statement. In additional, the application must include and answer to the following question: 
    • The successful applicant will assist in developing an ecosystem amendment to the Delta Plan. Describe several policy-related opportunities and/or challenges related to land use and ecosystem restoration within the Delta. The answer to the supplemental question must be no more than 1 page, Arial font 12.  

Minimum Qualifications:

Either I
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, or Environmental Design Arts. (Registration as a senior in a recognized institution will admit applicants to the examination, but they must produce evidence of having fulfilled the requirements for graduation before they will be considered eligible for appointment.)
Or II
  • Experience: One year of experience in social or natural environmental planning, environmental research analysis or environmental evaluation. 
AND
  • Education: Equivalent to graduation from college. (Registration as a senior in a recognized institution will admit applicants to the examination, but they must produce evidence of having fulfilled the requirements for graduation before they will be considered eligible for appointment.)
    • (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)
Or III
  • Experience: One year of experience in the California state service performing environmental planning related duties in a class comparable in responsibility to Management Services Technician, Range B. 
AND
  • Education: Eighteen semester units of related college courses in social science, natural science, environmental studies, cultural resources, or economics.
If you meet the minimum qualifications with experience, upload a document stating that you meet with experience. If you meet the minimum qualifications with education, you must upload a copy of your degree or a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

A completed State Application (STD. 678), a Resume, and any other relevant documents (e.g. transcript copies, copies of degree(s), cover letter, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareer Account, by U.S. mail, or by dropping your application package off. Both addresses are listed in this Job Advertisement. Please reference Job Control 189443 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section on the STD. 678. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.

You must include any relevant documents to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.  The minimum qualifications can be found in the Environmental Planner classification specifications.

Candidate may be selected by Resume Review. 

Temporary Appointments (TAU) may be considered if conditions warrant. TAU may be made to anyone regardless of eligibility. TAU may not exceed 9 months and will require eligibility to be obtained through an examination process in order to transition to a permanent or limited-term appointment.

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HLYSH8V

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.