ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (MANAGERIAL)

Caltrans; California; On-site; USD 155,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking an Environmental Manager in Inyo County to lead the Environmental office. This role directs environmental studies, permit compliance, and mitigation commitments to advance transportation projects.

You will manage staff and resources, review PS&E and environmental documents, and represent the District on statewide matters while ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership, collaboration with agencies and communities, and a track

Qualifications

• Experience leading people, projects, and programs.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with community groups, agencies, and officials.
• Experience ensuring compliance with environmental laws for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee environmental studies, permit compliance, and mitigation commitments.
• Manage the Environmental Office's resources and staffing; review documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Represent the District in statewide matters and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder comms

Policy compliance

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-537390

Position #(s): 909-156-0760-001

Working Title: Environmental Manager

Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (MANAGERIAL)

Salary: $13,878.00 - $15,760.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Inyo County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Deputy District 9 Director for Planning and Environmental the incumbent serves as the manager of all functions of the Environmental office. In this capacity, incumbent oversees the development of comprehensive environmental studies, permit compliance, and fulfillment of mitigation commitments. The incumbent manages the Office's resources and staffing needs; reviews environmental documents, technical reports, plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E), and other records for accuracy and compliance with local, state and federal laws. The Environmental Manager represents the District in matters of statewide significance, and may also serves as Acting Deputy District Director when delegated.

The incumbent attends and participates in meetings, conferences, and workshops to confer, advise, learn, and share technical and administrative information about project delivery and environmental compliance, as carried out by the office, to ensure it is meeting its mandated requirements and strategic objectives, as well as preparing the office to meet forthcoming statutory, regulatory, legislative and program changes.

PARF #09-27-0064/ JC-537390

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 .

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

• Please provide examples of your previous work experience that demonstrate your leadership ability in managing people, projects, and programs. Include details on what specific actions you implemented to foster personnel growth and development, and innovation.
• Provide specific examples of your previous work experience that demonstrate your ability to communicate, collaborate, and engage with community groups, agencies, and elected officials that resulted in positive outcomes.
• Describe your experience ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental laws and regulations for complex projects, including preparing or reviewing environmental documents and coordinating with stakeholders.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birth dates and social security numbers

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).