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The Watershed Planning Project Manager (Class: Project Analyst II or Project Analyst III) will manage projects related to urban river restoration, public access, and open space conservation, master planning, and park development, including design and construction of new park amenities, creation of parkland in urban neighborhoods, renovation of infrastructure and buildings, acquisition of land, and planning in a watershed context.
Capital projects include renovation of existing facilities, new construction by contractors and force account, and fee acquisition of land interests.
This is professional and technical work pursuant to the terms of grants, contracts, and applicable regulations, involving frequent communication with others, for a flexible person at an intermediate level. Project managers must also build community and political support, seek funding opportunities, actively cooperate with other government agencies and non-profit organizations, and keep abreast of related planning processes. The work performed will support MRCA’s capital Workprogram for improvements, land acquisition, and major maintenance projects in nature parks within greater Los Angeles, and other
MRCA efforts related to public access, open space conservation, habitat restoration, and urban park development.
Ability to speak Spanish is required.
Type
This is a full-time, non-exempt, at-will position.
Supervision
This position may report to the Chief of Watershed Planning, Chief of Park Development, or other Executive-level staff depending on MRCA's needs. Assorted tasks may be supervised by Executive Staff and may include participation in multi-division teams. The position supervises no other staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
A local public agency exercising joint powers of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, the Conejo Recreation & Park District, and the Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District pursuant to Section 6500 et seq. of the Government Code.
Analyze various planning documents and processes for consistency and impacts on
MRCA's watershed planning priorities. Write formal comment letters and informal memoranda.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Depending on the MRCA's needs, park development may be emphasized in the specific job duties, including:
Depending on the MRCA's needs, management of maintenance funding sources may be emphasized in the specific job duties, including:
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position, occasionally move about inside the office to access supplies and office machinery, frequently communicate and exchange information, review handwritten, electronic and facsimile documents, observe site conditions, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. The employee must occasionally move items weighing up to 20 pounds inside the office.
Required Hours And Location
Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week with some scheduling flexibility. Occasional overtime work in evenings or weekends upon prior approval by supervisor. The position will work out of the Los Angeles River Center and Gardens but may be required to travel to various other locations. Offices at the River Center are spread among multiple buildings and floors. Remote working or a hybrid schedule may be allowed, subject to supervisor approval.
Public Contact
As public parklands, the majority of MRCA properties are open to the general public during operating hours. This position is likely to have physical contact with members of the public in public areas such as parking lots and shared public/office restrooms and during in-person public meetings. The MRCA is committed to protecting its staff by ensuring appropriate physical distancing and proper infection control while supporting equitable access to services. Our requirements are based on the current County of Los
Angeles guidance, and are subject to change as the County updates their policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Education and Experience
Training and Certification
Watershed Planning Project Manager
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Competencies:
Other Requirements
Candidates must have a valid California driver’s license in good standing with a satisfactory driving record. Employees must be willing to participate in agency emergency response.
All appointment offers are contingent upon the following:
Justice and a record clean of violent crimes or felonies.
Ideal Candidate
This position requires a highly motivated, responsible, organized and self-starter individual who can handle an array of tasks, has good judgment and can make decisions, and works both independently and as part of a team. The individual must be able to come up with multiple solutions to any given problem and understand legal implications of design in the public realm. A person with an aptitude for clear communication and facilitating consensus among parties with differing priorities will thrive.
Depending on experience, the Project Manager may focus on projects related to park development, landscape architecture, management of maintenance funding, or other
MRCA needs.
COMPENSATION
Wages
The range of hourly rates for a Project Analyst II is $27.27 to $33.15.
The range of hourly rates for a Project Analyst III is $30.57 to $37.15.
Classification Level
The selected candidate may be hired as a Project Analyst II or Project Analyst III, depending on experience. A Project Analyst II will perform the functions with a moderate level of supervision, making some judgments independently, and regular check-ins for guidance and task prioritization. A Project Analyst III will perform the functions with a low level of supervision and less frequent check-ins to verify tasks and decision support. A
Project Analyst III shall have the ability to advance into a team leadership role and determine project direction.
Benefits
Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Eligibility for benefits varies depending on the category of employment and how long the employee has worked.
Our employees have access to several benefits, including:
MRCA offers both Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and Preferred Provider
Organization (PPO) plans for Medical and Dental. A Vision Plan and Life Insurance is included with all options. Eligible employees may enroll in a 457(b) Deferred
Compensation Plan and Flexible Spending Accounts for dependent care and health/dental care. MRCA contracts with the California Public Employees’ Retirement
System (CalPERS) to provide a defined benefits program for eligible employees.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply please visit www.calopps.org. You may also gain access to the application on
CalOpps by visiting our website at www.mrca.ca.gov. A resume and letter of interest must be submitted. No phone calls please. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the minimum requirements. Please contact us if you need an accommodation in the recruitment process or an alternate format of this announcement.
The position is open to the public for all qualified applicants. Depending on the applicant pool, not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be selected to continue in the recruitment process. This position will remain open until filled. The eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill this vacancy and other vacancies in the future.
All notifications will be sent to the phone number or e-mail address provided on your application or resume. Candidates are responsible for providing a valid phone number and/or e-mail address. All information is subject to verification at any point during the recruitment process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or withdrawal of appointment.
ABOUT MRCA
The Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) was created in 1985 with a mission to protect and preserve park and open space lands surrounding Los Angeles and is a joint powers authority between the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, the
Conejo Recreation and Park District and the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District.
These public agencies work together to preserve open spaces, natural wilderness and wildlife habitat of the Los Angeles and Ventura County metropolitan regions and to make these lands accessible to all residents of Southern California.
The MRCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, medical condition, including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency, where not substantially job-related), citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The MRCA strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply for open positions.
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This job announcement is not intended to, and does not, create an employment contract of any kind and does not create any express or implied contractual obligations. Employment at MRCA is at-will without exception. The employee and
MRCA may terminate employment at any time with or without advance notice and with or without cause. Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked at any time without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.27 - $37.15 per hour
Benefits:
Experience level:
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
$108k-136k (estimate)
01/02/2024
04/29/2024
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