Sustainability Section Manager

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the California High-Speed Rail Authority's (Authority) Director of Planning and Sustainability, the Sustainability Section Manager manages the Sustainability Section and is responsible for the implementation of sustainability policies and other strategic objectives. The Sustainability Section Manager oversees, coordinates, and directs aspects of sustainability across agency functional areas as well as with other state agencies. The Sustainability Section Manager organizes, plans, and implements analyses necessary to advance procurements and manages contracts related to sustainability objectives such as carbon sequestration and carbon offset. The Sustainability Section Manager plans and undertakes outreach to state agencies and stakeholders to meet deadlines and requirements for operating the system on renewable energy and advancing other sustainability objectives. The Sustainability Section Manager also supports planning activities for high-speed rail (HSR) corridors, stations, and facilities. The Sustainability Section Manager applies knowledge of sustainable infrastructure delivery and related complex environmental issues and completes all work in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and policies.

NOTE: A Training and Development (T&D) assignment may be considered for this position. If interested in a T&D assignment, please indicate on your State Application STD. 678.

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Working Conditions

Part-time telework is available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.

While working on-site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled area which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. The incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and keyboard, and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities, and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employee must develop and maintain cooperative working relationships and display professionalism and respect for others in all contact opportunities and demonstrate a sense of responsibility and commitment to public service

Special Requirements

A response to the supplemental questions is required for this position. The response must be 2 pages, Single-spaced, size 12 font, organized and numbered as reflected below, and you must respond to all of the following questions. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered in the place of the response to these supplemental questions.

1. Describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities make you the most qualified
candidate for this position, including your experience and/or knowledge of Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, sustainable infrastructure
delivery, zero-emissions vehicle technology, sustainability planning and strategy,
construction emissions monitoring, climate adaptation, or other applicable programs.

2. Describe how you have established effective working relationships with others, both
internal and external to an organization, in order to accomplish the organization’s
strategic goals and objectives.

3. Provide a summary of your experience managing contractors, including contract
management and budget adherence.

Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered in the place of the SOQ. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers can be helpful in researching responses to the SOQ; however, by submitting your application for this position, you understand and acknowledge the SOQ you submit is your own work, in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. Submitting an SOQ that is not your own may be cause for disqualification from the hiring process.

For assistance in completing the SOQ, please reach out to the Human Resources contact below.

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 with rail and bus project planning, such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, sustainable infrastructure delivery, zero-emissions vehicle technology, sustainability planning and strategy, construction emissions monitoring and climate adaptation.
• Experience related to transportation planning, programming, sustainability, and funding of transit and/or intercity passenger rail projects.
• Experience managing the performance of contractors, consultants, and/or service providers and leading an integrated team.
• Experience managing competitive grants and/or other federally funded projects.
• Experience with project management on large project/program renewable energy generation projects, battery-electric storage projects, and transportation/transit projects.
• Experience with state contracting, procurement and document management procedures.
• Experience managing or directing the preparation of transportation planning or sustainability reports.
• Awareness and sensitivity to social, economic, and environmental factors that affect sustainability planning, and the ability to perceive political and policy implications of actions that the Authority is considering.
• Ability to logically organize and present information, identify problems, and formulate recommended actions.
• Knowledge of computer processing techniques and applications, research methods and techniques including conducting or participating in planning studies, contemporary transportation, environmental, land use, social, economic, fiscal, legal, and political issues, and effective public participation techniques.
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification.

Benefits

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, a retirement pension, a telework stipend if applicable, and an array of other options, Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Application Information

The STD. 678 is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. 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.

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. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC-513883 and Sustainability Section Manager and 311-685-4725-001 in the 'Job Title' section of the STD. 678 to be considered for this position. Please indicate on the STD 678 your basis of eligibility in the "Explanations" field (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible.)

Surplus/SROA candidates must provide a copy of their surplus/SROA letter with their application. Consideration may be given to applicants on another Department's employment list, provided the criteria are met to transfer the eligibility from the employment list to the Authority's employment list.

NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to apply. Please see above “Special Requirements” section for SOQ instructions.