Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The State Clearinghouse (SCH) was established in 1973 and continues to implement the original statutory duties of the Office, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), planning and land use policy, and preparation of the Environmental Goals and Policy Report. The SCH is the hub for resources and direct assistance that facilitates informed decision-making by public agencies and the public.  

The Research Data Manager (Data & Operations Unit Program Manager), under administrative direction of the Deputy Director of the State Clearinghouse, will ensure that the State Clearinghouse operates in compliance with its statutory mandates to process, display, and distribute environmental documents and notices under CEQA. To fulfill this function, the position will be assisted by an experienced CEQA attorney. In addition, the Data & Operations Unit Program Manager will oversee the newly formed data team, which is responsible for data analysis and the creation and maintenance of the technological tools within the State Clearinghouse.  

The Data & Operations Unit is comprised of the Operations and Data Teams. The Data & Operations Unit Program Manager will oversee the 10-14 research, data, and processing specialists within these teams. Staying up to date with management training and best practices is essential for the Data & Operations Unit Program Manager. Moreover, a commitment to serving California's diverse communities through the Program's administration and fostering a work environment that values diverse backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences is crucial.

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Working Conditions

Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move object up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects with or without reasonable accommodation. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Occasional/overnight travel up to 15% may be required.

Special Requirements

• Ability to supervise a diverse team and build relationships with IT and Admin staff
• Ability to maintain consistent attendance
• Ability to demonstrate punctuality, initiative, and dependability

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:

• Knowledge of GIS, database management, and AI policy
• Knowledge of local and regional planning, zoning, and the principles of sustainable development
• Knowledge of climate science and climate adaptation and resilience planning
• A basic understanding of the California Environmental Quality Act

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Medical Benefits, including  health , and  vision insurance
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• (College Saving Account)

School Loan forgiveness under the federal  Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:
• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

Transcripts: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you will be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found 

Personally Identifiable Information:
Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package .

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 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.
• School Transcripts

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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