Environmental Planner

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.

Cal OES plays a central role in coordinating recovery activities in support of local government efforts that include identifying and providing programmatic and technical support to local governments. Cal OES oversees regional coordination of disaster recovery efforts, sets priorities, and directs disaster assistance and resources where and when needed. Cal OES is the conduit for local governments to key federal disaster recovery assistance programs.

After large-scale disasters or catastrophic incidents the State Disaster Recovery Framework will ensure post-disaster recovery activities and programs (both government and non- government) are coordinated, organized, and effectively meeting the needs caused by the disaster.

Under the supervision of the Public Assistance Branch Director, the Environmental Planner (EP) is responsible for the coordination and organization of resources, as well as the implementation of work program objectives with respect to Environmental/Historical issues assigned to the Recovery Engineers and Specialists Unit.

The incumbent will coordinate with the Senior Environmental Planner to conduct technical and administrative planning and review of pending grant awards to determine whether the proposed projects are in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations, as well as potential audit findings and final review during closeout out with Public Assistance grants. Conduct analysis of, and makes recommendations concerning, methods to mitigate environmental impacts. Assist in resolving difficult and complex environmental issues. Conduct Cal OES and subrecipient training and undertake a variety of actions necessary to implement the Recovery Directorate and Cal OES goals and objectives. This position may require extensive travel across the State, including overnight stays, to conduct field/site visits and environmental assessments.

• This is a 12 month Limited-Term position that may be extended up to 24 months and/or with the possibility of becoming permanent.**

This position is located in the Public Assistance Technical Specialists Unit in Santa Ana, CA.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement
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Working Conditions

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.

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.

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.

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.

More information may be found here: Recovery Directorate | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

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