What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Management Section Chief position at CalRecycle?
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.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-518333
Position #(s):
835-653-4801-001
Working Title:
Project Management Section Chief
Classification:
SUPERVISOR II
$7,872.00 - $9,781.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials.
Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels.
CalRecycle’s Mission: Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy.
CalRecycle values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join CalRecycle to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
The Office of Disaster Debris Recovery Operations (DDRO) is responsible for managing projects to remove private property debris resulting from natural disasters. Following a disaster, DDRO Staff operate under the Incident Command System (ICS) structure to manage contractors responsible for removing debris from private property. Our team interfaces directly with disaster survivors to assist them through the disaster recovery process.
Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of DDRO, the incumbent performs tasks related to federal and state disaster financial recovery, and disaster debris removal project management assistance. The Supervisor II serves as the Project Management Section Chief, overseeing DDRO Contract Management and Fiscal Analysis units.
The incumbent must have extensive knowledge and experience managing state contracts, applying procurement rules, and developing quality control measures to ensure costs are appropriate and compliant with applicable rules, laws, regulations, and policies. This position requires a high level of technical knowledge and experience managing contracts and validating contractor costs. Knowledge of federal and state disaster recovery program laws, regulations, and policies is preferred. The incumbent shall be required to take and pass appropriate Incident Command System (ICS) training courses.
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS – ACTIVATION/OPERATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS 100%
When DDRO is Mission Tasked by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, the incumbent may be assigned to a disaster operation Incident Management Team to fill an essential function reporting within an Incident Command System hierarchy. Assignments as the Department's representative during emergency response and recovery activities may be located at the State Operations Center (SOC), Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC), Joint Field Office (JFO), Area Field Office (AFO}, Local Assistance Center (LAC), Debris Removal Operations Center (DROC), or other locations. During such assignments, some or all the incumbent’s nonemergency-related duties may temporarily cease.
Typical essential function roles include but are not limited to: Operations Section Lead, Deputy Operations Section Lead, Finance and Administrative Lead, Deputy Finance and Administrative Lead, Planning Section Lead, Deputy Planning Section Lead, or equivalents.
Operations Section manages tactical incident activities to achieve the incident objectives and oversees incident action plan implementation. Directs or supports the management of all incident-related engineering and environmental assessment, environmental monitoring, environmental sampling, debris removal, and operational activities, and the management of any other necessary environmental support activities.
Finance Administration Section includes the service contract manager who is the authorized representative of the State of California responsible for administering a contract and monitoring the contractor’s performance, aligning operational objectives with the terms of the executed contract, and administering the necessary change orders to accomplish the disaster recovery objectives approved by state and federal government as required for state and federal disaster assistance.
Planning Section oversees incident-related data gathering and analysis regarding incident operations and assigned resources, facilitates incident action planning meetings, and prepares the Incident Action Plan for each operational period.
When necessary, the incumbent acts as liaison to other agencies, including Cal OES, FEMA, CalRecycle, Cal EPA, USEPA, DTSC, CDFW, SWRCB, and CalFire regarding technical engineering waste management issues.
This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense. Beginning July 1st, 2026, it is anticipated the position will be office-centered and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Special Requirements
If you would like to use education in conjunction with experience to satisfy the minimum qualifications, you must attach a copy of your degree and/or transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.
This position is subject to successful completion of medical requirements defined in CalOSHA Title 8, 5144 for Respiratory Program and CalOSHA Title 8, 5192 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
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: 5/26/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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:
Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery
N/A
Attn: Human Resources - RPA 25-250
P.O. Box 4025, MS 19A
Sacramento , CA 95812-4025
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery
N/A
Human Resources - RPA 25-250
1001 I Street, 19th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95812-4025
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:
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.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-518333
Position #(s):
835-653-4801-001
Working Title:
Project Management Section Chief
Classification:
SUPERVISOR II
$7,872.00 - $9,781.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials.
Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels.
CalRecycle’s Mission: Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy.
CalRecycle values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join CalRecycle to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
The Office of Disaster Debris Recovery Operations (DDRO) is responsible for managing projects to remove private property debris resulting from natural disasters. Following a disaster, DDRO Staff operate under the Incident Command System (ICS) structure to manage contractors responsible for removing debris from private property. Our team interfaces directly with disaster survivors to assist them through the disaster recovery process.
Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of DDRO, the incumbent performs tasks related to federal and state disaster financial recovery, and disaster debris removal project management assistance. The Supervisor II serves as the Project Management Section Chief, overseeing DDRO Contract Management and Fiscal Analysis units.
The incumbent must have extensive knowledge and experience managing state contracts, applying procurement rules, and developing quality control measures to ensure costs are appropriate and compliant with applicable rules, laws, regulations, and policies. This position requires a high level of technical knowledge and experience managing contracts and validating contractor costs. Knowledge of federal and state disaster recovery program laws, regulations, and policies is preferred. The incumbent shall be required to take and pass appropriate Incident Command System (ICS) training courses.
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS – ACTIVATION/OPERATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS 100%
When DDRO is Mission Tasked by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, the incumbent may be assigned to a disaster operation Incident Management Team to fill an essential function reporting within an Incident Command System hierarchy. Assignments as the Department's representative during emergency response and recovery activities may be located at the State Operations Center (SOC), Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC), Joint Field Office (JFO), Area Field Office (AFO}, Local Assistance Center (LAC), Debris Removal Operations Center (DROC), or other locations. During such assignments, some or all the incumbent’s nonemergency-related duties may temporarily cease.
Typical essential function roles include but are not limited to: Operations Section Lead, Deputy Operations Section Lead, Finance and Administrative Lead, Deputy Finance and Administrative Lead, Planning Section Lead, Deputy Planning Section Lead, or equivalents.
Operations Section manages tactical incident activities to achieve the incident objectives and oversees incident action plan implementation. Directs or supports the management of all incident-related engineering and environmental assessment, environmental monitoring, environmental sampling, debris removal, and operational activities, and the management of any other necessary environmental support activities.
Finance Administration Section includes the service contract manager who is the authorized representative of the State of California responsible for administering a contract and monitoring the contractor’s performance, aligning operational objectives with the terms of the executed contract, and administering the necessary change orders to accomplish the disaster recovery objectives approved by state and federal government as required for state and federal disaster assistance.
Planning Section oversees incident-related data gathering and analysis regarding incident operations and assigned resources, facilitates incident action planning meetings, and prepares the Incident Action Plan for each operational period.
When necessary, the incumbent acts as liaison to other agencies, including Cal OES, FEMA, CalRecycle, Cal EPA, USEPA, DTSC, CDFW, SWRCB, and CalFire regarding technical engineering waste management issues.
This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense. Beginning July 1st, 2026, it is anticipated the position will be office-centered and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
If you would like to use education in conjunction with experience to satisfy the minimum qualifications, you must attach a copy of your degree and/or transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.
This position is subject to successful completion of medical requirements defined in CalOSHA Title 8, 5144 for Respiratory Program and CalOSHA Title 8, 5192 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response.
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: 5/26/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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:
Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery
N/A
Attn: Human Resources - RPA 25-250
P.O. Box 4025, MS 19A
Sacramento , CA 95812-4025
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery
N/A
Human Resources - RPA 25-250
1001 I Street, 19th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95812-4025
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.
- Other - Applicants must submit a cover letter for this recruitment.
- Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. Please see "Statement of Qualifications" section below for instructions.
Salary : $7,872 - $9,781