Recovery Planning Division Chief

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 general direction of the Program Manager III (PM III), the Program Manager II (PM II) is responsible for the management and supervision of staff and resources as well as the implementation of work programs within the Recovery Planning Division. Primary responsibilities relate to providing management, coordination, and technical and administrative support to Federal, State, and local activities during normal and disaster recovery operations.

Responsible for the management of division staff responsible for various components of Recovery Planning, organization of resources, and the implementation of objectives assigned to the Division. Must possess a general understanding and/or experience related to principles and strategies of coordination of local, state and federal disaster assistance and recovery operations, Local Assistance Centers, Joint Field Offices, outreach efforts, and other required activities.

The incumbent must maintain a high-level of professionalism and be able to collaborate and effectively communicate with individuals from the public, legislative members and staff, private sector, and various staff within State and Federal government.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located in the Recovery Planning Division 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.

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.

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.**

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:

• Demonstrated leadership experience in emergency management, disaster recovery, preparedness, or a closely related field, including responsibility for managing complex programs, projects, or statewide initiatives.
• Experience supervising and developing managers, supervisors, and professional staff, including establishing performance expectations, coaching and mentoring employees, conducting performance evaluations, and addressing personnel issues.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local emergency management and disaster recovery programs, policies, laws, regulations, and authorities, including the roles and responsibilities of governmental and non-governmental partners.
• Experience developing, implementing, reviewing, or managing disaster preparedness, response, recovery, incident action, or continuity plans, including statewide, regional, operational, hazard-specific, or long-term recovery planning efforts.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex multiagency or intergovernmental initiatives involving local jurisdictions, Tribal governments, state agencies, federal agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private-sector partners.
• Knowledge and experience with the Incident Command System (ICS), Emergency Operations Centers, Joint Field Offices, Local Assistance Centers, or other disaster field coordination structures.
• Experience developing and delivering emergency management training, workshops, exercises, or facilitated planning sessions, preferably using Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to evaluate complex or emerging emergency management issues, identify operational conflicts, develop alternatives, and recommend effective courses of action.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level briefings, issue papers, reports, plans, policies, procedures, After-Action Reports, Situation Reports, Incident Action Plans, or similar decision-support products.
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, with experience briefing executives, elected officials, governmental partners, stakeholder groups, professional organizations, or members of the public.
• Experience developing strategic goals, multi-year initiatives, annual work plans, policies, procedures, guidance, or technical assistance resources that support organizational or statewide emergency management objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs, competing priorities, personnel resources, and time-sensitive assignments simultaneously, including the ability to adjust priorities and allocate resources in rapidly changing operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, diplomacy, and professionalism while working independently and collaboratively, particularly during high-pressure emergency operations or assignments requiring limited supervision.
• Experience fostering a collaborative, inclusive, innovative, and high-performing organizational culture, with a demonstrated commitment to customer service, stakeholder engagement, workforce development, succession planning, and organizational readiness.

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:

• 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

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

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 with your name in the upper left corner.
PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING:

1. Describe your experience managing disaster recovery planning programs, teams, or major planning initiatives. Provide a specific example that demonstrates your responsibility for establishing priorities, directing staff or resources, developing or implementing recovery plans or strategies, addressing emerging planning or operational issues, and ensuring successful completion of program objectives. 

2. Describe a complex emergency management program, disaster operation, statewide initiative, or other large project in which you were responsible for leading staff and coordinating multiple agencies or organizations to accomplish a significant objective

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

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• 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.