Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)

Job Description and Duties

BCDC is looking for a Senior Climate Adaptation Planner to join the Adaptation Planning Unit. This unique position will serve as a project manager working closely with cities and counties to prepare compliant Subregional Shoreline Adaptation Plans consistent with the Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plan (RSAP). The RSAP is an award-winning, first-of-its-kind plan that contains Guidelines for how local governments along the Bay shoreline must plan and prepare for sea level rise and coastal flood impacts. You will guide local governments through their adaptation planning processes and lead the review and approval process of submitted plans. Your work will cover policies and topics related to climate adaptation, environmental justice, ecosystem restoration, public access, housing and land use, and transportation, among others. This is a highly collaborative position, both internally and externally. The Senior Planner will help drive BCDC's RSAP Implementation program, including leading cross-functional teams, developing tools and resources, and engaging with a variety of stakeholders and state, regional, and federal agencies and partners to incorporate knowledge and expertise into all aspects of the program.

Assessment of fit for the position depends on fit using three criteria: Minimum requirements (see below), knowledge, skills, and abilities as outlined in the Duty Statement, and desirable qualifications (see below). Please ensure that you review all materials prior to applying for the position to assess your fit for the job.

BCDC understands that the successful candidate may not fit the job description perfectly. If you are excited about this role but not sure you meet the desirable qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Note: We strongly encourage applicants to apply to both this position and the Senior Climate Adaptation Planner [JC-481112], a 24-month limited term position within the same unit with the potential to become permanent contingent on funding. Applicants from each recruitment will be considered separately.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-481129

Position #(s):

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Working Title:

SENIOR CLIMATE ADAPTATION PLANNER

Classification:

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SPECIALIST)

$7,556.00 - $10,221.00

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

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Francisco County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) is a State of California government agency located in the City of San Francisco. Its mission is to protect and enhance San Francisco Bay and advance the Bay's responsible, productive, and equitable uses-for today and for generations to come-as we face a changing climate and rising sea levels. BCDC carries out its mission by creating and improving public access to the Bay and its shoreline, minimizing bay fill, planning for sea level rise, and advancing environmental justice and social equity.

Department Website:

Special Requirements

The Environmental Scientist series exams have been updated effective 6/12/25. To remain eligible for the Environmental Scientist series, please retake the exam.

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: 7/4/2025

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:

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission

Human Resources

Attn:

455 Market St. Suite 228

San Francisco, CA 94105

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

San Francisco Bay Conservation & Development Commission

Human Resources

455 Market St. Suite 228

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.
• Other - Cover Letter
• Other - Brief writing sample or project sample (5 pages or less)
• Other - Three professional references
• Other - Supplemental Questions, no more than 600 words total answering the following:

1) Briefly describe your experience with sea level rise and/or climate adaptation planning, research, and/or implementation. In your experience, what is the most challenging aspect of climate adaptation? What do you think are the biggest opportunities?

2) Briefly describe your experience with developing plans, policies, and/or conducting stakeholder management. How were you most effective in managing the process? What are key lessons you've learned from past experiences?

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:

• Background or expertise in climate science, including emissions and impacts projections.
• Familiarity with Bay Area geography and local communities.
• Knowledge of California's land use, coastal policy, and environmental justice issues.
• Experience with environmental analysis, research, management, planning, or regulation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with professionals from diverse fields and levels.

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:

Hiring Unit Contact:

Jaclyn Perrin-Martinez

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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:

Melanie Wong

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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.