EHP Specialist

About the Role

This position is responsible for Environmental & Historic Preservation (EHP) assistance within the Hazard Mitigation Section with a specific concentration in archeology and cultural resources. The role assists section-wide program needs, including EHP reviews, Record of Environmental Consideration (REC) reviews, local/state/federal EHP conditions placed on projects, and compilation and/or review of requests for information.

Duties

• Perform complex urban and environmental planning and project review efforts relating to the Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) program within the Cal OES Recovery Directorate
• Provide support and direction for mitigation planning, outreach, and implementation initiatives aimed at increasing resiliency throughout California with a particular focus on archeology, scientific, policy, and mitigation research, analysis, and reporting
• Conduct critical examination of planning efforts and development of reports and proposals for potential improvements to mitigation implementation efforts
• Work under strict regulatory and administrative deadlines
• Support and may lead Unit members' efforts related to planning, application development, research, project implementation, and analysis
• Maintain a routine workload and respond to short-term projects and priority assignments
• Build relationships with new or unfamiliar organizations or individuals
• Apply strategic and analytic thinking to project implementation
• Balance action and risk effectively and efficiently
• Ensure a full understanding of environmental conditions

Working Conditions

• Hybrid telework: eligible for hybrid work schedule; additional in-office days may be required based on business need
• Designated under Conflict of Interest Code; required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment
• May be contacted and requested to report to work outside normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, holidays) in the event of an emergency
• May require irregular work hours, work locations other than official duty location, duties other than specified in position description
• Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive (weeks to months) with little advance notice; may be required to relocate to emergency sites

Qualifications

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with ability to present information and express ideas clearly, confidently, and convincingly
• Proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; willingness to learn new technological tools
• Knowledge and experience in urban, regional, and/or environmental planning and application of community planning and/or mitigation principles
• Experience analyzing and interpreting legislative documents, government codes, and regulations
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects with short-term and long-term deadlines
• Acute attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Willingness to assume complex duties and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to employ creativity and innovation to resolve issues and identify alternative strategies for complex problems
• Interest in mentorship of junior staff
• Possess the Secretary of the Interior professional qualification standards

Benefits

• 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, and vision insurance for the employee or employee's family
• Investment in career development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station