Coastal Program Analyst III

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: 1/2/2025

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

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 – Writing Sample
• Other – Cover Letter
• Other – 3 Professional References

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: Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive branch; Coastal Act, Coastal Zone Management Act and related policies, procedures and regulations; principles, practices, terms, and concepts of tribal engagement and consultation; public policy development; current trends and applications in Federal, State, and local planning; administrative, land use, and environmental law; techniques of planning, controlling, motivating, and organizing the work of others; principles of personnel management, public relations, and administration; modern office methods, technology, and procedures; the objectives of the State’s Affirmative Action Program; and the processes available to meet affirmative action objectives.

Ability to: Analyze situations accurately and take effective action; effectively and convincingly communicate in written and verbal form complex and controversial matters to individuals and groups; analyze and evaluate written, graphic, and verbal data and prepare complete and comprehensive reports; inspire confidence and trust; establish and maintain effective and cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work; exercise common sense and good judgment; lead the work of other staff on a project and work independently; effectively contribute to the Commission’s affirmative action objectives; develop innovative solutions for difficult environmental or coastal management problems; provide leadership in accomplishing basic functions and objectives in assigned programs; inspire confidence and effective working relationships with employees, managers, and leaders in the public and private sector; plan and implement public participation programs and apply conflict resolution principles.

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 skills; promotes teamwork and cross-functional collaboration and communication in support of the Coastal Commission’s strategic goals.

Personal Attributes:  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.

Benefits

• Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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.