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Coastal Planner CA Coastal Commission

JC-530486

• Coastal Planner
  

COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II

$7,328.00

• $9,178.

00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

9/10/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The California Coastal Commission (Commission) is seeking a new talented addition to its Central Coast District Office in Santa Cruz. The Central Coast District Office has the responsibility for carrying out the requirements of the California Coastal Act in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Luis Obispo Counties. The Coastal Program Analyst (also referred to as a "Coastal Planner") position is located in the Commission's Santa Cruz Office, and the selected candidate will be hired as either a Coastal Program Analyst I or II, depending on the level of their experience. The position represents the 'line' planning position in the Commission, and will be responsible for helping to implement the local coastal program (LCP) planning and coastal development permit (CDP) regulatory work in the Central Coast District, including project management, coordination with other agency units (e.g., legal, enforcement, technical services, etc.), and external communications outside the District. In addition, attendance at certain Coastal Commission meetings and making staff presentations will be required. The person in this position will report directly to the District Supervisor.

Duties include:

• Review coastal development permit applications for conformity with California Coastal Act requirements;
• Analyze coastal land use plans and zoning ordinances prepared by cities and counties in the coastal zone for conformity with California Coastal Act requirements;
• Prepare written recommendations to the Commission on permit applications and other matters;
• Review compliance by applicants with the terms of previously issued coastal permits;

Monitor the coastal regulatory and planning programs of assigned cities and counties and participate through means such as commenting on proposed developments under review at the local level and assisting local government planners in interpretation of the California Coastal Act and Local Coastal Program (LCP) policies;

Provide information to permit applicants and members of the public regarding the Commission's regulatory and planning programs;

Take a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems of LCP interpretation and implementation;

Perform miscellaneous other tasks, including analyzing the environmental impacts of projects in the coastal zone; interpreting aerial photographs and mapped information; visiting the sites of coastal projects; and attending meetings with local, state, and federal government agencies;

Some travel and fieldwork is required;

Support public participation and public outreach;

Prepare and present effective oral presentations; and

Possible work on grant projects.

Duties will be adjusted commensurate with the level at which the position is filled. This position is a 12 Month Limited Term assignment with the possibility of Extension and/or becoming Permanent. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position is located in the Santa Cruz office. The California Coastal Commission is a hybrid workplace and offers telework for all employees. Telework is available for this position in accordance with the California Coastal Commission's Telework Policy and Procedures with a minimum of four in-office days per week. This Telework Policy is subject to change. Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II

COASTAL

PROGRAM ANALYST I

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Job Code #:

JC-530486

Position #(s): 348-101-4735-XXX

Working Title:

Coastal Planner

Classification:

COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST II

$7,328.00

• $9,178.

00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

COASTAL PROGRAM ANALYST I

$4,928.00

• $5,598.00 A
  $5,083.00
• $6,058.00 B
  $6,096.00
• $7,633.

00 C

# of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Santa Cruz County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term

• Full Time Department Information The California Coastal Commission is a small state agency responsible for protecting and enhancing California's coast and ocean resources.

It does so through careful planning and regulation of environmentally-sustainable development, rigorous use of science, strong public participation, education, and effective intergovernmental coordination. The California Coastal Commission values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission of protecting and enhancing California's coast and ocean for present and future generations. We have district offices in Arcata, San Francisco (headquarters), Santa Cruz, Ventura, Long Beach, San Diego and a small legislative office in Sacramento.

Department Website:

https://www.coastal.ca.gov

Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

9/10/2026