Coastal Program Analyst II - Local Planning & Permits

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Coastal Commission, based in Arcata, seeks a Coastal Program Analyst to support Local Coastal Programs and coastal development permit processing. The role covers drafting recommendations, coordinating with local governments, and ensuring alignment with the California Coastal Act across the North Coast District.

Professional duties include project management, cross-unit collaboration, and public communications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the California Coastal Act and Local Coastal Programs.
• Experience with coastal development permits and CEQA basics.

Responsibilities

• Review CDP applications for conformity with the Coastal Act and LCP requirements.
• Analyze LCP land use plans and zoning ordinances for conformity with Coastal Act.
• Prepare written recommendations on CDP and LCP amendments and appeals.
• Monitor compliance with permit terms and conditions.
• Assist coastal cities/counties with interpretations of Coastal Act and LCP policy.
• Present information to permit applicants and local government planners.

Job description

The California Coastal Commission, based in Arcata, seeks a Coastal Program Analyst to support Local Coastal Programs and coastal development permit processing. The role covers drafting recommendations, coordinating with local governments, and ensuring alignment with the California Coastal Act across the North Coast District.

Professional duties include project management, cross-unit collaboration, and public communications.