Inland Region Special Projects Coordinator

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

On-site Gym and Locker room

Flexible Schedules

Health, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is seeking a qualified Inland Region Special Projects Coordinator/Senior Emergency Services Coordinator. The role focuses on project management, regulatory understanding, adult training methods, and emergency management concepts within a high‑tempo environment.

The SESC will lead high‑level special projects for the Inland Region, coach team members, develop others, and deliver trainings to internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and related federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong writing skills and ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong public speaking and presentational skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism and responsiveness to internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-level special projects for the Inland Region and oversee progress to ensure timely delivery of outcomes.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members and partners; identify training needs and deliver trainings.
• Provide training and presentations to Inland team and external partners; communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Skills

State & Federal laws

Effective writing

Public speaking

Interpersonal communication

Independence / self‑direction

Ability to work with minimal oversight

Adaptability / flexibility

Professionalism

Timely responsiveness

Job description

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.

About the Opportunity:

The Inland Region Special Projects Coordinator/Senior Emergency Services Coordinator (SESC) position involves a perceptive understanding of state and federal regulations, adult training methods, project management, and emergency management concepts.

The SESC will be the lead team member over high-level special projects with the Inland Region, and they must be able to work independently, demonstrating effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, and function in a fast-paced environment with competing and changing priorities. This position will oversee project progress, ensure timely delivery of outcomes, and be a contributing team member.

As a lead, the SESC will be responsible for coaching, mentoring, and developing others. The SESC is responsible for identifying training needs, developing, and providing training and presentations to the Inland team, and other internal and external partners.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Applications will be received until 11:59pm PST on August 31, 2026.

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:

• Must have knowledge of the State and related Federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Must exercise good writing skills.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Be responsive to the needs of the public and internal and external partners.
• Analyze situations and take effective action using initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Have strong public speaking and presentational skills.
• Display professionalism.
• Provide timely responses to internal and external partners
• Follow through on commitments and be flexible and able to succeed in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Working Conditions:

DMV Pull Program: Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required. The position(s) require(s) a valid Driver’s License (DL). You must answer the questions addressing your DL on your application. Ensure you provide your DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Hybrid Telework: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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 Response Operations leads the State’s incident response efforts and maintains emergency management situational awareness during an incident. Responding to a disaster means addressing the short-term, direct effects of an incident or threat. Response includes immediate actions to save lives, protect property, and meet basic human needs.

The Cal OES Response Operations addresses all types of threats and hazards, ranging from accidents, technological hazards, natural disasters, human-caused incidents, pre-planned events, proactive preparedness measures, and mutual aid coordination.

The Response Operations reinforces local responses to incident areas by coordinating state-level government, private sector, and nongovernmental roles in support of local governments and other entities. Responses are conducted in accordance with the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS).

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.

More information may be found here: Response Operations | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Cal OES employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in careers development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station