Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Deputy Director, Office of Environmental Justice, Tribal Relations, Education and Outreach (EJTREO), the Environmental Program Manager (EPM) I (Supervisory) coordinates, develops, evaluates, and recommends strategies and policies for advancing environmental justice and tribal relations in the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery's (CalRecycle) scientific activities and leads CalRecycle's OEEJT program. Additionally, in this capacity, the EPM I (Supervisory) will oversee staff in the development and distribution of environmental education materials consistent with Public Resources Code (PRC 71305) and implement the requirements under Assembly Bill (AB) 649. Duties shall include but are not limited to: ensuring CalRecycle programs effectively address environmental education and the needs and priorities of California Native American tribes (Tribes), disadvantaged communities, low-income communities, and farmworkers; providing an evaluation of a range of strategic, scientific, technological, regulatory and economic opportunities for CalRecycle related to environmental justice and tribal relations; developing and maintaining cooperative relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders, environmental justice organizations, Tribes, and industry representatives as well as within government (state, local, federal).

Travel may be required locally and within the state up to 20% of the time. This position requires that you possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your applications. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Failing to maintain a valid CDL will result in a failure to meet job requirements.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.  Beginning July 1, 2026, it is anticipated the position will be office-centered and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week.

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Special Requirements

• 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.

• When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 25-060 & Position # 835-104-0756-001 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.

• Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

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:

• Experience planning and managing complex programs, including the ability to meet deadlines, produce high-quality, science-based deliverables, and integrate equity, environmental justice, and tribal considerations into program development and implementation.

• Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with Tribes, EJ communities, industry, and government partners. Demonstrates leadership in outreach, consultation, and collaboration to support meaningful and inclusive engagement.

• Ability to guide environmental education programs and initiatives including internships, research opportunities, youth engagement, leadership development and K-12 funding opportunities.

• Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing staff. Ensures compliance with personnel policies, conducts performance evaluations, and fosters a collaborative and productive team environment.

• Experience developing and managing program budgets, including contract development and oversight. Ensures fiscal responsibility and alignment of resources with program goals.

Benefits

In addition to a compelling vision for California, CalRecycle offers competitive pay, benefits, and features for its workforce. To review the pay and benefits offered to California civil service staff, please review CalHR's website at CalHR Benefits Website - CalHR.

Statement of Qualifications

Applicants must complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant's skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. Applications received without this information may not be considered for this position. SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, and no smaller than 12-point font.

Please note: Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected.

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 required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. See "Statement of Qualifictions" below.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Internship, Work at office, Local area, Remote work,

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