Ca Coastal Commission

The California Coastal Commission (Commission) is seeking a new talented addition to its Central Coast District Office in Santa Cruz. The Central Coast District Office has the responsibility for carrying out the requirements of the California Coastal Act in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Luis Obispo Counties. The Coastal Program Analyst (also referred to as a "Coastal Planner") position is located in the Commission's Santa Cruz Office, and the selected candidate will be hired as either a Coastal Program Analyst I or II, depending on the level of their experience. The position represents the 'line' planning position in the Commission, and will be responsible for helping to implement the local coastal program (LCP) planning and coastal development permit (CDP) regulatory work in the Central Coast District, including project management, coordination with other agency units (e.g., legal, enforcement, technical services, etc.), and external communications outside the District. In addition, attendance at certain Coastal Commission meetings and making staff presentations will be required. The person in this position will report directly to the District Supervisor. Duties include:

• Review coastal development permit applications for conformity with California Coastal Act requirements;
• Analyze coastal land use plans and zoning ordinances prepared by cities and counties in the coastal zone for conformity with California Coastal Act requirements;
• Prepare written recommendations to the Commission on permit applications and other matters;
• Review compliance by applicants with the terms of previously issued coastal permits;
• Monitor the coastal regulatory and planning programs of assigned cities and counties and participate through means such as commenting on proposed developments under review at the local level and assisting local government planners in interpretation of the California Coastal Act and Local Coastal Program (LCP) policies;
• Provide information to permit applicants and members of the public regarding the Commission's regulatory and planning programs;
• Take a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems of LCP interpretation and implementation;
• Perform miscellaneous other tasks, including analyzing the environmental impacts of projects in the coastal zone; interpreting aerial photographs and mapped information; visiting the sites of coastal projects; and attending meetings with local, state, and federal government agencies;
• Some travel and fieldwork is required;
• Support public participation and public outreach;
• Prepare and present effective oral presentations; and
• Possible work on grant projects.

Duties will be adjusted commensurate with the level at which the position is filled. This positi on is a 12 Month Limited Term assignment with the p ossibility of Extension and/or becoming Permanent.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is located in the Santa Cruz office. The California Coastal Commission is a hybrid workplace and offers telework for all employees. Telework is available for this position in accordance with the California Coastal Commission's Telework Policy and Procedures with a minimum of four in-office days per week. This Telework Policy is subject to change.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II
• COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-530486
Position #(s):
348-101-4735-XXX
Working Title:
Coastal Planner
Classification:
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II $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:
COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST I
$4,928.00 - $5,598.00 A
$5,083.00 - $6,058.00 B
$6,096.00 - $7,633.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Santa Cruz County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Department Information
The California Coastal Commission is a small state agency responsible for protecting and enhancing California's coast and ocean resources. It does so through careful planning and regulation of environmentally-sustainable development, rigorous use of science, strong public participation, education, and effective intergovernmental coordination.
The California Coastal Commission values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission of protecting and enhancing California's coast and ocean for present and future generations.
We have district offices in Arcata, San Francisco (headquarters), Santa Cruz, Ventura, Long Beach, San Diego and a small legislative office in Sacramento.
Department Website: https://www.coastal.ca.gov
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: 9/10/2026
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:
CA Coastal Commission
N/A
Attn: Human Resources
455 Market St. Suite 300
San Francisco , CA 94105
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
CA Coastal Commission
N/A
Human Resources
455 Market St. Suite 300
San Francisco , CA 94105
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 required and must be included.

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:
Familiarity with land use planning principles and techniques, coastal management, and strong analytical writing and researching skills:

• Knowledge of and experience with land use planning and regulatory techniques.
• Familiarity with the functions and relationships of federal, state, regional, county, and city governments and special districts.
• Knowledge of and experience with the means of implementing LCP, such as zoning and other legal and regulatory processes.
• Ability to analyze information, creatively explore alternative approaches, and develop defensible policy positions.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to write accurate, complete, and concise staff reports and correspondence.
• Knowledge of and experience with the impacts of development on, and ways to avoid impacts to, typical Central Coast natural resources (such as natural shorelines and beaches, dunes, streams, wetlands, agricultural and rural lands, surface and groundwater supplies, public views, etc.) and other coastal resources (such as no and low cost visitor opportunities, public rights-of-way, etc.).
• Knowledge of and experience with a broad range of resource protection laws and provisions.
• Knowledge of and experience with working with LCPs and CDPs.
• Time management and computer skills including the ability to use data base management systems.
• Advanced degree in environmental or land use planning or law or related field.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.coastal.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Kevin Kahn
(831) 427-4863
kevin.kahn@coastal.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:
Ashley Reineman
(805) 585-1800
humanresources@coastal.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.
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.