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Associate Environmental Planner

University of California Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.

Associate Environmental Planner

Location : Job ID : 73377

JOB POSTING

Position open until filled - the hiring unit will continue to accept applications after the Initial Review date (IRD)

This position is being filled at either the Associate Physical Planner (JobID : 73377) or Associate Environmental Planner (JobID : 73372). Applicants are encouraged to apply for the position level you are best qualified for, if in doubt please apply for both.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when applying for a job opening. For guidance related to the application process or if you are experiencing difficulties when applying, please review the Applicant Resources on our Talent Acquisition website.

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

Application materials submitted by 11 : 59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. Materials submitted after the IRD will ONLY be forwarded at the request of the hiring unit. To ensure your application is routed for consideration, submit your materials before 11 : 59 p.m. on the IRD.

The IRD for this job is : 10-22-2024

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Physical Planning, Development & Operations (PPDO) manages and oversees all University activities and services related to physical and environmental planning, design and construction, engineering, physical plant maintenance and operations, capital and space planning, space management, and the associated business services necessary to support these functions.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Senior Environmental Planner and Director of Campus Planning, the Associate Environmental Planner has responsibility for implementing the environmental planning activities. This is accomplished through the successful completion of tasks and assignments associated with campus land use as related to environmental planning, regulations, and compliance.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Budgeted Salary : $105,000 - $115,000 / annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.

Benefits Level Eligibility : Full benefits

Schedule Information :

  • Full-time, Fixed
  • Percentage of Time : 100%, 40 Hours per Week
  • Days of the Week : Mon-Fri
  • Shift Includes : Day
  • Employee Classification : Career appointment

    Work Location : UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

    Union Representation : Non-Represented

    Job Code Classification : PLNG SPEC 3 (007083)

    Travel : Up to 25% of the time

    JOB DUTIES

    CEQA / NEPA Compliance (45%)

  • Support preparation of CEQA compliance documents; assist project managers, architects, engineers and consultant teams in the compilation of necessary documentation that meet requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); prepare and / or oversee preparation of full CEQA compliance documents.
  • Identify and implement strategies to prepare efficient and legally defensible environmental documents.
  • Prepares and presents reports, information materials, advises, and recommends direction regarding environmental planning activities.
  • Prepares and disseminates requests for proposals, reviews consultant proposals, oversees the negotiation of contracts, administers contracts, and oversees the consultant's work.
  • Develop schedules and cost estimates for the execution of the environmental review process for campus plans and projects.
  • Provide for public review of environmental compliance documents.
  • Support implementation of CEQA mitigation measures.
  • ENVIRONMENTAL AND CAMPUS PLANNING SUPPORT (35%)

  • Provides staff planning services for development and continuance of the organization's long-range development plans.
  • Works collaboratively with campus constituencies in planning efforts.
  • Monitor environmental regulatory compliance requirements for potential effects on the campus.
  • Serves as a campus planning liaison to UCOP, other UC campuses, public agencies and the general public.
  • CAMPUS COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS (Non CEQA / NEPA) (10%)

  • Participates in and supports the development of Habitat Conservation Plans.
  • Supports preparation of required campus environmental permits applications.
  • Supports positive working relationships with outside regulatory agencies.
  • GENERAL ADMINISTRATION (10%)

  • Participate in the development and implementation of organizational mission, goals, objectives, policies, protocols, and performance measures.
  • Support implementation of quality control objectives for planning documents.
  • Support the Strategic Goals of the Business and Administrative Services Division.
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
  • Working knowledge and skills associated with environmental planning principles.
  • Working knowledge of and experience with the California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental Policy Act.
  • Working knowledge of environmental stewardship principles.
  • Ability to work harmoniously, communicate effectively and maintain high political acumen.
  • General skills required to research, analyze, and synthesize data.
  • Experience recruiting, selecting, and managing consulting firms.
  • Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, and perform work.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply complex policies, rules and regulations.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Degree in environmental planning, urban or regional planning, natural resource management or planning.
  • AICP Certified Environmental Planner certification.
  • At least 7 years of progressively responsible professional work experience.
  • Knowledge of complex natural and biological systems.
  • SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
  • Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.
  • Ability to work long periods of time at a computer.
  • The selected candidate has the option to work a hybrid work schedule.
  • Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames.
  • The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees.
  • This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter.
  • SAFETY STATEMENT

    All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures.

    NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY

    In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) is available at : https : / / drive.google.com / file / d / 1hUBiz3WS3zErEGOhSOu7KZZPzGkTwr_2 / view?usp=sharing.

    EEO / AA

    The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

    APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS

    View full job description and access on-line application :

    https : / / careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu / psc / ucsc / EMPLOYEE / HRMS / c / HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=73377&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=11&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant

    To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https : / / jobs.ucsc.edu.

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    Salary : $105,000 - $115,000

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