epartment Information
The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) is a State of California government agency located in the City of San Francisco with regulatory and planning responsibilities over San Francisco Bay, the Suisun Marsh, and along the Bay Area’s nine-county shoreline. BCDC is guided in its actions by state and federal laws, including: the McAteer-Petris Act, Suisun Marsh Preservation Act, Coastal Zone Management Act; and its policies, including the San Francisco Bay Plan, Suisun Marsh Protection Plan, and various special area plans. Through its laws and policies, BCDC manages land use and resources along hundreds of miles of shoreline, collaborates with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, and facilitates the implementation of the San Francisco Bay Trail and the San Francisco Bay Area Water Trail. BCDC is a leader in preparing the region for rising sea level through its adoption of Bay Plan Climate Change Policies; the Adapting to Rising Tides Program; and Bay Adapt, a collaborative effort to identify actions that will advance the region’s resilience.
Shoreline Development Team
The Shoreline Development Team is one of three permitting teams in BCDC’s Regulatory Division and is responsible for reviewing and acting upon permit applications for development projects proposed along the San Francisco Bay shoreline. The team is highly collaborative and works closely with design, engineering, legal, and planning staff to assess applications, interpret and apply policies, and develop permit conditions to ensure that projects protect and enhance the Bay’s resources and provide high-quality public access opportunities. Team members work directly with members of the public and other agencies to communicate BCDC’s policies and permitting requirements. Projects range from smaller-scale residential, commercial, and industrial projects; to public parks and trail systems; and to large multi-faceted mixed-use projects.
Department Website: https://www.bcdc.ca.gov
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:
You must be solution-oriented, flexible, and self-driven. The ability to interact well and fit into a small, highly motivated, multi-disciplinary team that is working in a rapidly changing regulatory environment is essential. The role offers a rare opportunity to take ownership in the evaluation and analysis of high-profile shoreline development projects, so enthusiasm and knowledge of California land use planning and environmental policy is highly advantageous. This role requires close coordination with permit applicants, consultants, project stakeholders, and other government agencies. We are looking for a person who enjoys working across the table from accomplished builders, designers, engineers, community advocates, and environmentalists on exciting coastal development projects and issues.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
Knowledge of regulatory processes and techniques.
Knowledge of administrative, land use, and environmental laws and policies.
Ability to analyze information, creatively explore alternative approaches, develop defensible policy positions, and negotiate effectively.
Familiarity with urban planning, natural resource management, sea level rise adaptation, ecological principles, urban design, environmental justice, and other disciplines related to environmental or coastal resource management.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to write accurate, complete, and concise reports and correspondence.
Familiarity with public policy development and the functions and relationships of federal, state, regional, and local governments, and special districts.
Advanced degree in environmental or urban/regional planning or law or related field, or equivalent experience.
Solid experience working with development permit applications.
Knowledge of techniques to motivate and organize the work of others.
Basic principles of personnel management, office methods, technology, and procedures.
Time management and computer skills.
Benefits
Application Instructions
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: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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
Attn: Human Resources
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 - Writing Sample (5 pages or less).
Other - Three professional references.
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