Senior Environmental Planner

**This is a 12 month Limited-Term position** 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 dedicatedservice 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 general direction of the Program manager II, the Senior Environmental Planner (SEP) is responsible for the implementation of program objectives for Environmental and Historic Preservation (EHP) in the Recovery Directorate and CalOES. The incumbent will independently conduct technical and procedural review of pending grant awards to determine whether the proposedprojects are in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations, document potential audit findings, and conduct final review during closeout out with Recovery Operations, Public Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation Assistance. Performs analysis and provides recommendations on methods to mitigate environmental impacts; assists in addressing complex environmental issues. Oversees Cal OES and subrecipient training and exercises discretion in providing oversight and coordination for projects or programs. Maintains liaison with other governmental agencies and the private sector, evaluates program performance and outcomes, and represents the organization in compliance negotiations, policy implementation, and strategic planning. Performs other related tasks to support the objectives and goals of the Cal OES Recovery Directorate. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions This position is located in the Public Assistance Support Unit in Santa Ana, CA. Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need. DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver's License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-521057 Position #(s): 163-534-4713-904 Working Title: Senior Environmental Planner Classification: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER $8,678.00 - $10,783.00 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: Orange County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time 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. 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. 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. 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. More information may be found here: Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Department Website: Special Requirements Application Package Requirements To have your application considered for this job opportunity: List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" section on the State Application, STD. 678. List your most current employment history first in the "EMPLOYMENT HISTORY" section on the STD. 678. Provide the "From" and "To" dates with the month, day and year, the "Hours Per Week" that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours. You must complete the "DUTIES PERFORMED" on the State Application ( do not note "see attached resume" in this section ). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete. SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter. Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service. If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail. **A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.** **All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.** **We encourage applicants to apply electronically.** 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: 7/2/2026 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 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: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Recruitment Attn: HR Unit - BM 3650 Schriever Ave Mather , CA 95655 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Human Resources HR Unit - BM 10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard Mather , CA 95655 Please drop off at HR Window; Second Floor. This excludes holidays and weekends. 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 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 - Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered 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: Experience leading small teams of technical experts in environmental and historic preservation Experience writing and reviewing technical documents Experience with wetland delineations and biological assessments Excellent leadership, communication, and interactive skills Extensive experience with CEQA, NEPA, Section 106 of NHPA, and other State and Federal Environmental and Historic Preservation laws, regulations, and policies Experience working in Emergency Management, Hazard Mitigation, and/or Disaster Recovery Operations at the Local, State, and/or Federal Level Knowledge of FEMA's Public Assistance (PA) Program, including eligibility criteria and funding mechanisms Familiarity with construction methods, building codes, and mitigation techniques to strengthen infrastructure resilience Proficiency 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 Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner Ability to offer succinct, value-added recommendations, exercise sound judgment Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment Ability to work independently and in a cooperative team environment Strong organizational and time management skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines Ability to adapt to changing priorities Benefits 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: 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 Free Parking Electric Carport Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: Human Resources Contact: HR Unit - BM View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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: EEO Officer View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement of Qualifications All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position. SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS: The SOQ should be no more than one page, single-sided, single-spaced in 12-point Arial font. PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING: Describe your experience leading a team of environmental planners and/or specialists. Describe your experience working on complex environmental matters that required compliance with CEQA/NEPA. For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package Exam & Additional Information To obtain list eligibility please click on the exam link below: Senior Environmental Planner - EXAM-2506 Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025): Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025), which reduces employee pay in exchange for leave credits. The reduction amount and leave credits vary by bargaining unit. Salary range(s) listed do not reflect this temporary reduction. 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