ANALYST III

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Position Details Job Code # JC-532983 Position #(s) 810-713-5402-001 Working Title Senior Public Participation Specialist Classification ANALYST III $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 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 Los Angeles County Telework Hybrid Job Type Permanent, Full Time Facility Chatsworth Regional Office Department Information This position is located at DTSC’s Regional office in Chatsworth, CA. The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDOs) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA). Our Mission: To protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment. Our Core Values: DTSC 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 California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians! Department Website: Job Description And Duties The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is hiring a Senior Public Participation Specialist for the Santa Susana Field Laboratory Project (SSFL), a DTSC environmental project for communities that suffer from multiple sources of contamination. If you are aware of an individual that may have a passion for environmental justice, social, and racial equity, and wants to be a part of a diverse and dynamic team, please share this hiring opportunity! In this position, the individual will work independently performing Senior Level Public Participation Outreach and Engagement activities associated with the planning, coordination, facilitation, and all other activities required to further engage the public in underserved communities related to the SSFL project. Hybrid position (telework/field work). This position will require field work to support the communities we serve. Please advise potential candidates that they will need to take the exam for the Analyst III. Facilitate two-way communication between the public and the department on this complex and controversial project with a multitude of stakeholders and ensure external stakeholders have opportunities to participate in DTSC's decision making processes Independently develop, implement, and evaluate public engagement activities related to the development and adoption of regulations affecting the SSFL project Use analytical reasoning to leverage applicable laws, industry insights, and stakeholder feedback to guide content strategy for production of public participation documents Use public meeting management principles to plan, organize, notice, and manage in-person and virtual educational programs (meetings, events, workshops) Analyze and report on community information to make data-driven decisions about public participation approaches Manage the planning, execution, and evaluation of strategic outreach and awareness campaigns related to the development and adoption of SSFL communications and messaging for the project including operations, regulations, alignment with DTSC, messaging goals, and project objectives Desirable Qualifications We Look For Administrative Experience Experience in Public Speaking and Engagement Environmental Justice experience Experience with project management or lead Professional Punctual Team Player Knowledgeable Positive Attitude You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr