Associate Environmental Planner

About the Opportunity

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.

Under the general direction of a Senior Environmental Planner, the Associate Environmental Planner (AEP) is expected to provide subject matter expertise in environmental planning, analysis, and evaluation of a wide variety of projects and initiatives. The incumbent is expected to be proficient in the essential functions listed below in support of the Technical Assistance Division within the Resilience Branch of the Hazard Mitigation Section.

The Technical Assistance Division within the Resilience Branch supports the Cal OES mission and strategic plan through the innovation, planning, development, and implementation of mitigation-focused projects and initiatives. The Division is responsible for technical assistance to local jurisdictions in devising plans and projects that will advance climate adaptation and equity outcomes to enhance resilience throughout the State of California. The Technical Assistance Division is expected to work in partnership with the Hazard Mitigation Planning Division to ensure that all proposed projects and pending grant awards are in alignment with the established local and state hazard mitigation plans and are in compliance with federal and state environmental and programmatic regulations and laws.

The AEP will take on the most complex projects and sub-applications; conduct analysis of and make recommendations concerning methods to mitigate environmental impacts; resolve difficult and complex environmental issues and undertake a variety of actions necessary to implement the Resilience Branch goals and objectives. Will coordinate quality control for the grant proposal and project review process to ensure documentation complies with all applicable state and federal programmatic and regulatory requirements as well as direct and provide technical assistance for project and sub-application development in alignment with state and federal mitigation grant programs.

Members of the Technical Assistance Division frequently interact with stakeholders from Local, State, Tribal, Federal, community-based organizations, and private sector agencies and will be expected to provide platinum customer service through community outreach and technical training to all partners. This collaborative unit strives to create innovative and accessible plans that reduce the risk to lives, property, and the environment throughout the State.

Expected to become knowledgeable on the impacts and best management principles concerning methods to mitigate environmental hazards and to assist in resolving difficult and complex environmental issues.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Click 'Apply Now' to read the official job bulletin and apply. Applications will be received until 11:59pm PST on February 9, 2026.

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner.
• Be proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks.
• Have knowledge and experience in urban, regional, and/or environmental planning and the application of community planning and/or mitigation principles.
• Have experience in analyzing and interpreting legislative documents, government codes and regulations.
• Possess strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects with short-term and long-term deadlines.
• Possess an acute attention to detail.
• Be able to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrate willingness to assume the most complex duties and adapt to changing priorities.
• Employ creativity and innovation to resolve issues and identify alternative strategies for complex problems.
• Demonstrate interest in mentorship of junior staff.

This position is located in the Climate and Flood Resilience Unit in Mather, CA.

Hybrid Telework
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This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

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