Cultural Resources Program Manager

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) Environmental Program Manager I (EPM I), the Senior Environmental Scientist (Cultural Resource Program Manager) will be responsible for oversight to ensure compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (Section 106) and Public Resource Code 5024, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the NEPA Assignment Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for all phases of project delivery and operations for the statewide High-Speed Rail (HSR) project. The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the statewide Section 106 Programmatic Agreement (PA) for the Authority, as well as any necessary revisions to the PA, including coordination and collaboration with the PA signatories. The incumbent oversees and manages the negotiation, development, and implementation of the Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs), Archaeological Treatment Plans (ATPs), and Built-Environment Treatment Plans (BETPs) prepared, as necessary, for the individual HSR project sections.

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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, manage multiple tasks, 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. In the field, the incumbent may experience all climatic conditions, including rain or snow. Proposed project sites and/or construction sites may be loud, dusty and dirty and may include rugged terrain.

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 your project management knowledge and experience in the development and delivery of Section 106 documents for major transportation projects.

2. Describe your experience and ability to develop and maintain successful working relationships with Native American tribes and/or consulting parties to effectively deliver a transportation program.

3. Provide an example of a situation where you had to identify and evaluate National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) alternatives, choose the best course, and take appropriate action.

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:

• Knowledge of the Authority’s organization, policies, project management concepts, design, construction, materials engineering and testing processes, and financial constraints.
• Experience overseeing Section 106 process.
• Experience working with federal and state Agencies and Tribal Stakeholders.
• Experience developing policies and procedures for Environmental Management.
• Experience acting independently, work within and lead teams and organize work priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships, dealing with tact and persuasion, with regional Headquarters, agency and external counterparts including Legislative staff pertaining to planning, designing, and construction of transportation facilities.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding environmental compliance for project delivery and project management.
• Knowledge of trends in environmental assessment, policy and project audit practices and procedures.
• Experience completing and/or managing environmental technical studies and environmental documents in compliance with NEPA, CEQA, and state and federal environmental regulations or developing environmental laws and policy.
• Experience in leading and working within integrated multi-disciplinary teams.
• Reasons logically and creatively and exercises good judgment in identifying and resolving complex environmental issues and mitigation problems.
• Ability to analyze accurately and adopt an effective course of action to resolve very complex environmental impact and mitigation problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to assimilate input from various sources, evaluate that input, and develop alternative courses of action, and to make objective recommendations to Authority.

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- 529540 and Cultural Resources Program Manager

and 311-660-0764-006 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. Training and Development assignments are not being considered at this tim e.

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.