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.
Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Planner, the Environmental Planner (EP) is expected to assist in the coordination of and/or perform environmental planning, analysis, and evaluation of a wide variety of projects and initiatives. The incumbent is expected to become 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 CalOES 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.
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. The EP is 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.This position may require extensive travel across the State, including overnight stays, to conduct field/site visits and environmental assessments.
Click 'Apply Now' to view the official job posting. Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm PST on March 20, 2025.
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.
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (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.
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.
Desirable Qualifications
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: