What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coastal Planning Manager position at Orange County CA?

Salary : $101,628.80 - $140,753.60 Annually

Location : Orange County

Job Type : Full-Time Regular

Job Number : 8291MA-0225-405 (O)

Department : OC Community Resources

Opening Date : 02 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

CAREER DESCRIPTION

COASTAL PLANNING MANAGER

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR)

SALARY INFORMATION In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a salary range increase on the following date :

Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.0% increase

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Regulatory Compliance Administrator vacancies within OC Community Resources / OC Parks. The eligible list established may also be used to fill similar and / or lower-level classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the deadline to apply for the first round of consideration will be on

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 11 : 59 PM (PT) .

THE COUNTY

The is a regional service provider and planning agency whose core businesses include public safety, public health, environmental protection, regional planning, public assistance, social services and aviation.

OC COMMUNITY RESOURCES (OCCR)

is a multi-faceted department comprised of OC Animal Care, OC Community Services, OC Housing & Community Development, OC Parks, and OC Public Libraries. Click for more information on the County of Orange and OCCR.

OC PARKS

encompasses regional, wilderness and historical facilities, as well as coastal areas throughout the County of Orange in California. Featuring 60,000 acres of parkland, open space and shoreline, Orange County's award-winning parks and programs are enjoyed by millions of residents and visitors each year, in ways as diverse as the parks themselves.

OC Parks is comprised of eight divisions, including three park operation divisions; systems and resources division; strategic communications division; planning and design division; entitlements division; and the business administration division.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The OC Parks Coastal Planning Manager will implement strategies for obtaining local, state, and federal regulatory agency permits within the coastal zone, review environmental documents and technical studies, and communicate information to California Coastal Commission (CCC) staff and regulatory agency staff. In addition, this role will involve coordinating projects related to coastal restoration and erosion control, ensure compliance with permit conditions, oversee shoreline monitoring programs, and assist with grant compliance.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will possess five (5) or more years of experience in any or a combination of the following areas :

Regulatory compliance and permitting, including coastal development permits (CDP's), public works plans (PWP's), or enforcement resolution
Preparation of environmental documents related to beach, harbor and / or coastal facility development projects
Conducting technical studies to support coastal or environmental projects
Coastal science and / or engineering

The ideal candidate will also have a strong understanding of coastal policies and regulations. A Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental studies, science, engineering, planning, construction management, or related field are highly desirable.

The possession of the following certifications is highly desirable but not required :

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification

Certified Coastal Practitioner (CCP)

In addition, the ideal candidate will also demonstrate extensive experience, knowledge, and ability in the following core competencies :

Technical Expertise

Advanced professional knowledge of the principles, and practices of coastal regulations management

Technical knowledge of coastal regulations, including assessing, diagnosing, and recommending corrective action based on those regulations

Developing and implementing strategies for conveying information to regulatory agencies, including CCC staff and Commissioners that will ensure fully informed recommendations and actions on OC Parks permit applications

Experience in preparing and / or reviewing Local Coastal Programs (LCP), LCP amendments, CDPs, CDP amendments, and related permits

Proficient in preparing and reviewing documents on environmental issues pertaining to beaches, harbors, and / or coastal facility projects

In-depth understanding of federal, state, and local legislation, policies, regulations, and issues that pertain to the coastal zone

Knowledge of methods and resources for documenting deficiencies, tracking and reporting, planning and analysis of work

Ability to inspect facilities and park activities for compliance with coastal regulatory conditions ensuring successful outcomes

Strong analytical skills to review, analyze, and synthesize information, develop recommendations, and implement actions to successfully manage PWPs, CDPs, and other regulatory agency conditions

Experience in reviewing, planning, developing, and interpreting a variety of complex studies, research efforts, and analysis related to environmental impacts, regulatory permit conditions, and legislative compliance

Up-to-date knowledge of the latest coastal science, engineering techniques, and regional trends, with the ability to apply the information to OC Parks coastal properties

Managing coastal monitoring programs and documenting and distributing data as appropriate

Participation in project and program meetings to assist with project design to ensure environmental compliance, particularly for beach, harbor , and coastal facility development and maintenance

Familiarity with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process and requirements, including the ability to review and analyze complex environmental documents including Initial Study (IS) / Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) and Environmental Impact Report (EIR)

Leadership | Management Skills

Ability to guide and facilitate collaboration between multiple work groups and / or facilities

Ability to support park staff in coastal management, contract administration and inspection

Strong interpersonal skills for maintaining cooperative working relationships and effective public relations

Skilled in understanding project stakeholder needs while ensuring compliance with policy and procedures

Analysis | Problem Solving

Strong critical thinking and problem solving abilities, with a track record of effective decision making

Proven ability to understand, interpret and enforce compliance with plans, specifications, schedules and contract provisions

Experience performing policy and environmental constraints and opportunities analyses

Planning | Organization

Planning and organizing work effectively to ensure timely completion of assignments

Experience overseeing the development of realistic schedules and appropriate processes for delivery of permit applications and environmental documents for coastal management projects

Capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Oral Communication | Writing Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex information

Experience preparing presentations and reports for CCC and other regulatory agencies

Working collaboratively with and presenting ideas to elected officials, stakeholder groups, members of the community, and with other County and government staff

Skilled at building consensus and negotiating with public and private parties

Ability to present ideas in a clear, logical, and concise manner

Effective communication with individuals and / or groups with diverse interests including project stakeholders, contractors, and departmental representatives

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Click to view the minimum qualifications for Regulatory Compliance Administrator

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Application Screening | (Refer / Non-Refer)

Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Recorded Structured Oral Interview | rSOI (Weighted 100%)

Candidates will be interviewed and rated by an oral interview panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of questions designed to elicit the candidate's qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on to the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Eligible List

Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EMAIL NOTIFICATION

Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE : User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam / junk folders, and / or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS :

Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Rula Dabit at 714.480.2884 or by email at Rula.Dabit@occr.ocgov.com.

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,

encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Administrative Management

In addition to the County's standard suite of benefitssuch as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidayswe also offer an excellent array of benefits such as :

Retirement : Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types / Benefits.

Paid Leave : Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time

Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Dental Insurance : County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums

Paid Life Insurance : $100,000 life insurance policy

Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance : $100,000 AD&D insurance policy

Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs

457 Defined Contribution Program

Effective 07 / 01 / 20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans.

Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.

Of the following options, please select the option which best describes your qualifications for the Coastal Planning Manager (Regulatory Compliance Administrator) classification. NOTE : Your education / experience sections of your application should support your selections below. If you are substituting education for experience, please ensure to attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts to your application. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES).

Four (4) years of professional regulatory compliance experience related to assignment

At least three (3) years of professional regulatory compliance experience related to assignment AND a Bachelor's degree in environmental, biological, or physical science, business administration, public administration

At least two (2) years of professional regulatory compliance experience related to assignment AND a Master's degree in environmental, biological, or physical science, business administration, public administration

No related experience or education

Please select the option below which best describes your experience in any or a combination of the following areas :

Regulatory compliance and permitting, including coastal development permits (CDP's), public works plans (PWP's), or enforcement resolution

Preparation of Environmental documents related to beach, harbor and / or coastal facility development projects

Conducting technical studies to support coastal or environmental projects

Coastal science and / or engineering NOTE : Your work experience section of your application should support your selection below. If you do not have this experience, please select the "No Experience" option.

Five (5) or more years of experience

Less than five (5) years of experience

No Experience

In reference to your selection for Question #2 above, please describe in detail your experience in any or a combination of the following areas :

Regulatory compliance and permitting, including coastal development permits (CDP's), public works plans (PWP's), or enforcement resolution

Preparation of environmental documents related to beach, harbor and / or coastal facility development projects

Conducting technical studies to support coastal or environmental projects

Coastal science and / or engineering Your response should include your employer, job title, level of responsibility and length of time in the position. If no experience, please write, "N / A".

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