OPC is Hiring an Offshore Wind Tribal Affairs and Community Engagement Specialist – Deadline Extended to November 25, 2024

Previous applications are still under consideration. If you previously applied, your application is still under consideration for this position and you do not need to reapply.

The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) is hiring an Offshore Wind Tribal Affairs and Community Engagement Specialist to lead and foster tribal affairs and coastal community engagement related to offshore wind development in California.

The Offshore Wind Tribal Affairs and Community Engagement Specialist will be responsible for facilitating collaborative and coordinated state agency efforts to consult with California Native American tribes and engage with coastal communities, including underserved port communities, to ensure current and future offshore wind planning, construction, and avoidance and mitigation strategies reflect tribal and community needs. The incumbent will additionally support OPC’s Tribal Liaison on OPC’s broader tribal consultation and engagement efforts and will be responsible for implementation of OPC’s mission, CNRA priorities, and the Governor’s policy positions on ocean and coastal matters.

Applicants should have strong tribal affairs and community engagement and outreach experience, working knowledge of coastal and ocean issues and stakeholders in California, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with offshore wind is desired, but not required. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks is a must. Proficiency reading and speaking Spanish are preferred, but not required.

Review the minimum qualifications for a Staff Services Manager I (Specialist), including necessary education and experience. Completion of the Staff Services Manager I (Specialist) State Civil Service Examination is required, and exam scores must rank in the top three tiers within the applicant pool to be further considered in the application process.

This position is considered Remote-Centered, which means the incumbent would telework 50% or more of the time within a work month from an alternate work location. The incumbent can telework with a management approved telework agreement and schedule. OPC staff are required to work from CNRA headquarters located in Sacramento a minimum of two days a week, on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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The application deadline is November 25, 2024.  For more details and to apply, please visit the job posting on the CalCareers website.