Placer Employment Opportunities

Placer County Conservation Plan Program Administrator

Unclassified Management

Recruitment #2015-11757-01

Introduction

Placer County Community Development Resource Agency is seeking a highly skilled professional for the position of Placer County Conservation Plan Program Administrator.

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This recruitment will be opened until filled.

DEFINITION

Under direction of the Community Development Resource Agency (CDRA) Director, assist the Director to finalize and initiate implementation of the Placer County Conservation Plan (PCCP) which is a natural resource conservation planning effort for Western Placer County that provides comprehensive regulatory compliance for federal and state endangered species and wetlands; program start up and implementation; assure immediate and long-term habitat conservation goals are achieved; coordinate the implementation of the conservation strategy with stakeholders, conservation partners and federal and state regulatory agencies. Advises and assists the Board of Supervisors in establishing priorities, and maximizing the effectiveness of the Agency and program funding.

The PCCP will provide a balance between land conservation, federal, state and local regulatory compliance and continued economic growth and development for the Western Placer region.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The PCCP Program Administrator level is a single position class and serves as an advisor performing administrative and management tasks for the CDRA Director and Board of Supervisors as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives administrative direction from the CDRA Director.

Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical and clerical personnel.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Finalize and implement the PCCP conservation strategy, environmental impact report, environmental impact statement, implementation agreement and funding plan.

Establish a cooperative partnership with Placer County, and the City of Lincoln (Permittees) to establish the Placer Conservation Authority (PCA), the joint-powers agency that will implement the PCCP on behalf of Permittees.

Establish a Joint Powers Authority agreement defining purpose, roles, geographic scope of work, governance and voting rights, finances, administration and staffing.

Assist Permittees in achieving regulatory compliance for public and private projects with impacts on state and federally listed endangered species via a Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) prepared pursuant to the Federal Endangered Species Act and a Natural Community Conservation Plan (HCCP) prepared pursuant to the California Natural Community Conservation Planning Act.

Assist Permittees in achieving regulatory compliance with the Federal Clean Water Act and relevant state statutes for impacts to wetlands and other waters through the implementation of the County Aquatic Resources Program (CARP).

Assist Permittees with local regulations, policies, and standards related to natural resource management and impacts to resources regulated at the local level (e.g. tree and grading ordinances).

Implement the PCCP conservation strategy and meet the Plan’s biological goals and objectives through the implementation of numerous measures and best management practices.

Assist Permittees to apply conditions on covered activities as described by the Plan.

Secure fee title or conservation easements. Coordinate land acquisition activities, where appropriate, in partnership with other federal and state funding programs and organizations in accordance with the requirements of the Plan.

Develop a Reserve System through land acquisitions and implement habitat creation/enhancement/restoration actions on reserve lands. Establish long-term habitat management plans for reserve properties in coordination with the federal and state agencies.

Monitor the Reserve System consistent with the monitoring and adaptive management requirements of the PCCP.

Coordinate with the County and City of Lincoln to establish and maintain recreational facilities on reserve lands that are compatible with the conservation goals of the Plan.

Prepare the program budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for program, including fee adjustments, staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; administer the approved budget.

Identify, write and obtain grants and other outside funding sources, including tracking and reporting grant compliance.

Prepare annual reports to reporting agencies as appropriate.

Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as requested; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the Agency.

Conduct and/or attend various public meetings and hearings representing the interests of the County.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with Federal and State Departments, local governmental agencies, local and regional academic institutions and organizations, non-governmental organizations, County department staff and the public using principles of good customer service.

Represent the County to outside agencies and organizations; participate in interagency advisory teams, outside community and professional groups and organizations; conduct stakeholder advisory meetings and provide technical assistance as necessary.

Research and prepare a variety of technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.

Perform a variety of special assignments.

Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

It is the applicant's responsibility to identify in their application materials how they meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below.

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Five years of senior level managerial and/or administrative experience relating to planning, organizing and directing the operations of a complex department or agency with programs related to community development, natural lands management, community outreach and stakeholder participation.

Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in planning, land use, geography, biology, public administration or a related field. Biological science related training is highly desirable.

License or Certificate:
May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

  • Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
  • Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations including laws related to endangered species, wetlands and environmental effects analysis.
  • Organization and management practices as applied to the development analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.
  • Principles and practices of organizational analysis, public administration, personnel management and performance measures and management.
  • Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
  • Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
  • Principles and practices of business correspondence grant and report writing and grant management.
  • Geographic information systems and use of remote sensing data. 
  • California land use laws related to general plans, zoning and other local government land use regulations including the California Environmental Quality Act.
  • Principles of conservation biology.

Ability to:

  • Assist in planning, directing and monitoring the administration and operations of a complex program with a variety of services and funding sources.
  • On a continuous basis, analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve program related issues; remember various rules; and explain and interpret policy.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of agency policies and procedures.
  • Analyze and implement program mandates.
  • Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
  • Successfully develop, control and administer program budget and expenditures.
  • Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendation in support of program goals.
  • Interpret and apply Federal, State, local and department policies, procedures rules and regulations.
  • Analyze grants, reports and various funding proposals.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Supervise, train and evaluate assigned personnel.
  • Represent the County under diverse circumstances and prepare and deliver oral presentations to small and large groups.
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
  • On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time. Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

All applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be required to respond to an online Conviction History Questionnaire, which will be sent as a link on their notification that minimum qualifications have been met.  Failure to respond to this questionnaire within (3) three calendar days of the minimum qualification notification will result in disqualification from the examination.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination, which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation, sign a constitutional oath and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation and/or be bonded.

EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES


Placer County now offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please visit our website at: http://www.jobaps.com/placer/sup/abfreenames.asp.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment and retaliation is prohibited and that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All recruitment, hiring, transfer and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. Please contact the Personnel Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation.

BENEFITS

The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change.  It is advisable that applicants inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Personnel Department.

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