Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Deputy Director for the Waste Permitting, Compliance and Mitigation Division, the incumbent plans, organizes, and directs the activities and operations of the Permitting and Assistance Branch. The incumbent develops and implements statewide policies and programs related to the State’s legislatively mandated regulation of solid waste management facilities, including permitting and inspection of landfills and of waste tire management facilities; develops and implements statewide policies and programs related to administering the LEA training program; and advises the Deputy Director on the development and implementation of departmental policies regarding issues, programs, and priorities affecting CalRecycle line divisions. The Branch Chief also ensures that the Branch effectively participates in interdivisional and Department working groups as needed in achieving program objectives, implementing Strategic Directives, and other high-priority initiatives.

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 25-069 & Position # 835-890-0769-001 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.

• If you would like to use education in conjunction with experience to satisfy the minimum qualifications, you must attach a copy of your degree and/or 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:

• Leadership experience
• Scientific analysis experience
• Experience implementing programs
• Experience managing multiple disciplines
• Experience presenting to stakeholders and executive management

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.

1. Demonstrated experience in a leadership role with programs that implement laws and regulations.

2. Demonstrated leadership experience in policy and process development and management, as well as planning, organizing, and directing staff in providing highly effective and successful programs. In this context, effective policy and process development and management includes both long-term program policy and process planning and execution as well as modifying program policy, process, and related operations warranted by situational and circumstantial changes.

3. Demonstrated ability to lead the development and delivery of tools, guidance, and training programs that are designed to support organizational goals and objectives.

4. Demonstrated ability to establish and lead productive working relationships with staff, coordinate with and respond to executive leadership, partner agencies, other state, federal, tribal, and local government entities, as well as private sector companies, to achieve departmental goals and objectives and complete projects that are timely, within budget, and consistent with public health, safety, and environmental objectives and requirements.

5. Knowledge of the civil service system, employee/employer relations, employee development, the grievance process, and Equal Employment Opportunity programs.

6. Experience with public engagement in sensitive settings and situations, and working collaboratively with stakeholders and the public, in explaining program delivery, objectives, and expectations.

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. Responses must be numbered and submitted in the same order. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other - Applicants must submit a cover letter for this recruitment.
• Statement of Qualifications - Applicants must complete a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. See "Statement of Qualifications" below. 

Job Tags

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

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