coastal program analyst iii

This Senior Transportation Program Analyst (Coastal Program Analyst III) leads California Coastal Commission review in the Commission's Central Coast District of various transportation projects for consistency with the California Coastal Act, including a wide variety of coastal highway related infrastructure, coastal trails, and multimodal facilities. The primary areas of focus for this position will be transportation planning, active transportation, sea level rise resiliency, and habitat restoration mitigation projects. Under the direction of the Statewide Transportation Program Manager and the Transportation Program Coastal Program Managers, the Senior Transportation Program Analyst reviews coastal development permit applications (CDP), CDP Appeals, Local Coastal Program Amendments, prepares written staff recommendations, and gives oral presentations to the Commission on staff recommendations. The position facilitates early and continuous coordination between the Commission and the Department of Transportation (Caltrans), as well as other local governments, regional transportation agencies, and non-profits. The position participates in a statewide program group, various interagency teams and efforts, and is directly responsible for continuous coordination with the Commission's Central Coast District Office. Overall, the incumbent explores opportunities for better integrating transportation and land use decisions in the coastal zone with the protection and advancement of coastal resources, furthering coastal resiliency of critical transportation infrastructure, and promoting expansion of multimodal facilities and coastal trails.

Working Conditions

The California Coastal Commission is a hybrid workplace and offers telework for all employees. Telework is available for this position in accordance with The California Coastal Commission's Telework Policy and Procedures with a minimum 2 days in-person office work week.

Possibility of extension and/or becoming permanent.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-

Position #(s):

XXX

Working Title:

Senior Transportation Program Analyst (Central Coast)

Classification:

COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST III

$7, $9,638.00

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:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

The California Coastal Commission is a small state agency responsible for protecting and enhancing California's coast and ocean resources. It does so through careful planning and regulation of environmentally-sustainable development, rigorous use of science, strong public participation, education, and effective intergovernmental coordination.

The California Coastal Commission values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission of protecting and enhancing California's coast and ocean for present and future generations.

We have district offices in Arcata, San Francisco (headquarters), Santa Cruz, Ventura, Long Beach, San Diego and a small legislative office in Sacramento. This position is located in the San Francisco or Santa Cruz Office.

Department Website:

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: 12/30/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral