Associate Environmental Planner Jobs in California

In accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
This position is subject to the Department of Conservation's Conflict of Interest code. Candidates may be precluded from employment with the department if they, or their spouse, hold interests in oil, gas, or geothermal entities.
Please limit your duties performed to one entry. Using multiple entries to list job duties for the same position may lead to disqualification.
PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678 and not on your resume or SOQ. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR "SEE ATTACHED" WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Under the general direction of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor), the incumbent will function as an Associate Environmental Planner in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Unit within the Division of Oil, Gas and Geothermal Resources, Headquarters Office. The incumbent will be responsible for determining whether or not proposed projects within the Division are subject to CEQA, and for preparing and/or reviewing environmental documents, required notices, and any additional documentation as required by CEQA. This includes working independently to research, analyze, and assess the most difficult and complex environmental documents pursuant to CEQA, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure proposed projects meet the procedural and substantive requirements of CEQA.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR's website to review the exam bulletin:
Associate Environmental Planner - Exam
Environmental Planner - Exam
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
EDUCATION INFORMATION: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org . Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.
Please note: This position requires a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Applications submitted without an SOQ or an SOQ that does not answer the items/questions, and/or does not follow formatting instructions will be considered not interested in this position and will be eliminated from the selection process. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Please see the Statement of Qualifications section for more information.
This position is contingent on budget approval.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is located in Sacramento and Telework may be available for this position in accordance with the Department of Conservation's Telework Policy and procedures. Alternative work locations will not be considered.
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must show proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
Please see the attached duty statement for information related to this position's working conditions.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
• ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-528502
Position #(s):
538-201-4711-XXX
Working Title:
Associate CEQA Environmental Planner
Classification:
ASSOCIATE ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER $7,328.00 - $9,178.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Shall Consider:
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
$4,928.00 - $5,598.00 A
$5,083.00 - $6,058.00 B
$6,096.00 - $7,633.00 C
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
With a team of scientists and other dedicated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, environment, and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land, and mineral resources.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov
Special Requirements

• This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 9/1/2026
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. 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).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Conservation
N/A
Attn: Jacob Tupolo
715 P Street, MS 1806
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Conservation
N/A
Jacob Tupolo
715 P Street, MS 1806
Sacramento , CA 95814
Due to limited access, please call the Hiring Contact prior to dropping off your application package
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  All interested applicants must submit an SOQ. The SOQ must be one page or less in length, using 1-inch margins all around, and using no less than 11-point font size. The SOQ must include a response to the following question:
  
• Please describe your experience researching, analyzing, and/or preparing environmental documents.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
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:

• Experience conducting environmental analysis, research, surveys, investigations, and/or studies and analyzing data on public health, environmental, and/or natural resources issues.
• Experience with oil and gas operations.
• Experience coordinating and collaborating with team members, government agencies, and/or stakeholders.
• Experience interpreting and/or analyzing government code, laws, and regulations.
• Experience presenting information on environmental issues at meetings or hearings.
• Experience writing, preparing, or commenting on CEQA, NEPA, or similar environmental documents.
• Experience utilizing software applications including but not limited to word processing software, databases, ArcGIS, or other applicable databases

Benefits
DOC employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid sick and vacation
• California State holiday pay
• 401 (k) and 457 plans
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Transit Subsidy

Additional benefit information can be found on the following websites:
California State Civil Service Employee Benefits information may be obtained by going to the California Department of Human Resources website at State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary .
Information regarding benefits provided by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.calpers.ca.gov .
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Jacob Tupolo
(916) 844-5953
Jacob.Tupolo@conservation.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 215-0955
EEO@conservation.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Important Information
Do not email or fax your application. Emailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR "SEE ATTACHED" WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate State Application (STD. 678) is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.
Additional Information
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR's website to review the exam bulletin:
Associate Environmental Planner - Exam
Environmental Planner - Exam
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
EDUCATION INFORMATION: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must