What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Planner position at California Governor's Office of Emergency Services?
Job Description And Duties
Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.
Under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Planner (SEP), the Environmental Planner (EP) is expected to assist in the coordination of and/or perform environmental planning, analysis, and evaluation of a wide variety of projects and initiatives. The incumbent is expected to become proficient in the essential functions listed below in support of the Technical Assistance Division within the Resilience Branch of the Hazard Mitigation Section.
The Technical Assistance Division supports the CalOES mission and strategic plan through the innovation, planning, development, and implementation of mitigation-focused projects and initiatives. The Division is responsible for technical assistance to local jurisdictions in devising plans and projects that will advance climate adaptation and equity outcomes to enhance resilience throughout the state of California. The Technical Assistance Division is expected to work in partnership with the Hazard Mitigation Planning Division to ensure that all proposed projects and pending grant awards are in alignment with the established local and state hazard mitigation plans and comply with federal and state environmental and programmatic regulations and laws.
Members of the Technical Assistance Division frequently interact with stakeholders from Local, State, Tribal, Federal, community-based organizations, and private sector agencies and will be expected to provide platinum customer service through community outreach and technical training to all partners. This collaborative Unit strives to create innovative and accessible plans and projects that reduce the risk to lives, property, and the environment throughout the State. The EP is expected to become knowledgeable on the impacts and best management principles concerning methods to mitigate environmental hazards and to assist in resolving difficult and complex environmental issues.
This position may require extensive travel across the State, including overnight stays, to conduct field/site visits and environmental assessments.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is located in the Recovery Directorate Infrastructure Unit in Mather, CA.
Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.
Department Information
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.
The Recovery Directorate is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Directorate ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process.
The Recovery Directorate is comprised of three sections — Recovery Operations, Hazard Mitigation, and Interagency Recovery Coordination. Recovery personnel are responsible for assisting in the management of statewide disaster recovery efforts, as well as assisting agricultural communities, businesses, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, local governments and special districts impacted by disasters.
In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
More information may be found here: Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov
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:
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:
Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.
Under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Planner (SEP), the Environmental Planner (EP) is expected to assist in the coordination of and/or perform environmental planning, analysis, and evaluation of a wide variety of projects and initiatives. The incumbent is expected to become proficient in the essential functions listed below in support of the Technical Assistance Division within the Resilience Branch of the Hazard Mitigation Section.
The Technical Assistance Division supports the CalOES mission and strategic plan through the innovation, planning, development, and implementation of mitigation-focused projects and initiatives. The Division is responsible for technical assistance to local jurisdictions in devising plans and projects that will advance climate adaptation and equity outcomes to enhance resilience throughout the state of California. The Technical Assistance Division is expected to work in partnership with the Hazard Mitigation Planning Division to ensure that all proposed projects and pending grant awards are in alignment with the established local and state hazard mitigation plans and comply with federal and state environmental and programmatic regulations and laws.
Members of the Technical Assistance Division frequently interact with stakeholders from Local, State, Tribal, Federal, community-based organizations, and private sector agencies and will be expected to provide platinum customer service through community outreach and technical training to all partners. This collaborative Unit strives to create innovative and accessible plans and projects that reduce the risk to lives, property, and the environment throughout the State. The EP is expected to become knowledgeable on the impacts and best management principles concerning methods to mitigate environmental hazards and to assist in resolving difficult and complex environmental issues.
This position may require extensive travel across the State, including overnight stays, to conduct field/site visits and environmental assessments.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is located in the Recovery Directorate Infrastructure Unit in Mather, CA.
Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.
Department Information
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.
The Recovery Directorate is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments, special districts, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, businesses and agricultural communities impacted by disasters. The Recovery Directorate ensures state and federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process.
The Recovery Directorate is comprised of three sections — Recovery Operations, Hazard Mitigation, and Interagency Recovery Coordination. Recovery personnel are responsible for assisting in the management of statewide disaster recovery efforts, as well as assisting agricultural communities, businesses, certain nonprofit organizations, individuals, local governments and special districts impacted by disasters.
In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
More information may be found here: Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov
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:
- Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner.
- Be proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks.
- Have knowledge and experience in urban, regional, and/or environmental planning and the application of community planning and/or mitigation principles.
- Have experience in analyzing and interpreting legislative documents, government codes and regulations.
- Possess strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects with short-term and long-term deadlines.
- Possess an acute attention to detail.
- Have excellent customer service skills.
- Be able to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Demonstrate willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
- Employ creativity and innovation to resolve issues and identify alternative strategies for complex problems.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:
- Free Parking
- On-site Gym and Locker room
- Electric Carport
- Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
- 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
- Flexible Schedules
- Generous paid time off
- Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
- Investment in careers development
- Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station
Salary : $4,928 - $7,633