Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory)

Job Description and Duties

Travel may be required locally and within the state up to 20% of the time. This position requires that you possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your applications. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Failing to maintain a valid CDL will result in a failure to meet job requirements.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program needs. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the positions designated headquarters location, as reflected on the duty statement and at their own expense.

Working Conditions

The incumbent works in a high-rise office building in downtown Sacramento, in an office cubicle in a smoke-free environment. The work schedule is Monday through Friday. Mandatory overtime, including evening and weekend work may be necessary during the year end closing process or when the department is mission tasked. Travel may be required locally and within the state.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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.
• When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 25-060 and Position # 835-207-0756-001 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.
• Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

Desirable Qualifications

• Program Planning, Management, and Evaluation
• - Experience overseeing complex programs and policies related to environmental justice, tribal relations, border-region issues, environmental education, or youth leadership. Includes strategic planning, project management, budgets/contracts, and development of performance measures.
• - Experience conducting outreach and building collaborative relationships with Tribes, environmental justice organizations, youth-serving partners, border-region partners, and local, state, and federal agencies. Includes consultation, interagency coordination, and community engagement.
• - Ability to present scientific, environmental, or policy concepts clearly to diverse audiences. Includes writing, public speaking, development of communication materials, and incorporation of language-access best practices.
• - Ability to produce accurate, concise, high-quality materials such as briefings, white papers, reports, presentations, educational tools, and scientific explanations.
• - Experience managing staff, leading innovative teams, mentoring employees, setting workload priorities, supporting professional growth, and fostering an inclusive and culturally responsive work environment.

Benefits

Contact Information

• The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
• Human Resources RPA 25-060: (916) 341-6646
  careers@calrecycle.ca.gov
• Veronica Banales: (916) 341-6646
  veronica.banales@calrecycle.ca.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

EEO Contact

EEO Officer: (916) 341-6660
EEO@calrecycle.ca.gov

Statement of Qualifications

Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) titled “Statement of Qualifications – [Your Name]” (maximum two pages, minimum 12-point font) that explains why you are a strong fit for the Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory) position in the Office of Environmental Justice, Tribal Relations, Education and Outreach and why you are interested in this role. In your narrative, describe the experiences, leadership qualities, perspectives, and motivations that prepare you to guide programs centered on environmental justice, tribal relations, community engagement, environmental education, and youth leadership development. Include examples that reflect your commitment to advancing equitable outcomes, your approach to collaboration and relationship-building, and your ability to lead staff and oversee complex, multi-partner initiatives. Applications submitted without an SOQ may not be considered.