Public Participation Specialist

Job Posting:Public Participation Specialist
Department of Toxic Substances Control
JC-417120 -
JC-417120 -

Public Participation Specialist
ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST
Final Filing Date: 4/24/2024
Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

Drop-off
Do you have a deep commitment to community engagement? Do you have a passion for the communication field? Do you have an exploratory nature, great interpersonal skills, and a creative and collaborative approach to resolving issues? Are you a team player, willing to help the team and organization meet its goals? Are you ready for a challenge?
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) will be hiring for a Public Participation Specialist position to provide public involvement and outreach support for Metal Shredders projects and other DTSC initiatives.
The position requires a motivated and dynamic individual with a superior level of emotional intelligence, as well as excellent systems-thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and strong written and oral communication skills.
As an Associate Governmental Program Analystyou will have the opportunity to:
Serve as a primary liaison between DTSC, Office of Environmental Equity, non-governmental organizations, other governmental agencies, federal, state, local elected officials, businesses, and all impacted communities in support of the Hazardous Waste Management Program (HWMP) Metal Shredders Initiative, and OEE’s Public Participation and Community Engagement branch
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate public meetings, hearings, workshops, open forums, written communication and other community outreach and engagement events and activities to ensure external communities and stakeholders have the opportunity to participate in DTSC’s decision making process including draft permit decisions and applicable permitting and enforcement activities
Design and implement complex and comprehensive public participation approaches/initiatives, tailored specifically to each HWMP Metal Shredders project
Support the preparation of meeting materials, assists in the design and development of announcements, and creates and maintains a tracking system to document community input, questions, comments and DTSC responses
Perform follow up communication and works with local elected officials and community members to ensure their expectations, concerns, and questions, and those of their constituents, are addressed in a timely manner
Desirable Qualifications We Look For:
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience in public outreach, engagement, planning and implementation
Knowledge of racial equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging
Knowledge of Environmental Justice(EJ)/Native American Tribes’ principles and practices
Strong emotional intelligence and skills in cultural competency
Leadership skills to facilitate effective and dynamic teams internally & externally
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working with emotional charged groups (community-based organizations, elected officials representing their constituents, EJ organizations and EJ advocates
You will find additional information about the job in the

Duty Statement

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Working Conditions

This position can be located at the Cypress Regional Office, ElCentro Imperia l Office, or Chatsworth Regional Office.

Click the link below for a special message from Director Williams on DTSC’s culture:
Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

This position can be located at the Cypress Regional Office,

ElCentro Imperia l Office, or Chatsworth Regional Office.

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).

Our Mission:

To protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.

Our Vision:

All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.

Our Core Values:

DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufactures to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!

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complete the DTSC recruitment survey.
The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.

The SOQ should be no more than 2 page(s) in length, be clearly written and well-organized, and Arial font size 11.
Your SOQ should address the following:
Your approach and experience to community engagement, facilitation, conflict resolution and developing and implementing communication strategies.
Your experience writing clear and concise communications, processes and procedures, or similar writing assignments.
Your experience that reflects your multi-tasking abilities, strong analytical skills and your ability to meet tight deadlines.
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:

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: 4/24/2024

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:
Department of Toxic Substances Control

Attn: Angelica Villar

9211 Oakdale Avenue

Chatsworth , CA

91311-6505

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Toxic Substances Control

Angelica Villar

9211 Oakdale Avenue

Chatsworth , CA

91311-6505

Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.

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 -

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is

required

and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678).

Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.

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: 4/24/2024

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:
Department of Toxic Substances Control

Attn: Angelica Villar

9211 Oakdale Avenue

Chatsworth , CA

91311-6505

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Toxic Substances Control

Angelica Villar

9211 Oakdale Avenue

Chatsworth , CA

91311-6505

Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.

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 -

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is

required

and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678).

Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.

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.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR

website and the CalPERS

website.
Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
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.
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.
Additional Application Instructions

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section.
Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.
For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include

JC #: 417120

and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.

Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.
Foreign Degrees

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline.
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).
Examination Information

List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the

Associate Governmental Program Analyst

please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information
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.

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