“Love the California Coast, the Central Coast and the environment? This might be the job for you!”
The State Coastal Conservancy is hiring one position at the Conservancy Project Development Specialist or Conservancy Project Development Analyst II level to join the Central Coast regional team.
The Conservancy works with local partners on multi-benefit projects located along the coast of California, within coastal watersheds, and/or within the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area to acquire and protect natural and agricultural lands, restore, and enhance habitats and ecosystems, design and build trails and other recreational facilities, plan and implement climate adaptation projects, fund outdoor education programs, and improve public access for historically undeserved communities.
Tasks will include soliciting and reviewing grant applications, assisting with project development, writing, and presenting staff recommendations for Conservancy Board approval, developing grant agreements in cooperation with legal staff, ensuring that the project purpose and all conditions of the grant agreement are met, reviewing invoices, monitoring the progress of projects, conducting outreach to California Native American tribes, and public outreach and engagement. The new staff member will be part of the Central Coast work group at SCC and will serve as the lead project manager for San Luis Obispo County. The work involves collaboration with public agencies, nonprofit organizations, regional collaborative, tribes, and community groups.
In order to be eligible for this position, candidates must have taken the Coastal Program Analyst III (for Conservancy Project Development Specialist level) or Coastal Program Analyst II (for Conservancy Project Development Analyst II level) online exam or have taken it within the past 12 months and receive a passing score. Please make sure to read the exam(s) bulletin before taking the exam:
Take the online Coastal Program Analyst III exam to become list eligible for this position at the Conservancy Project Development Specialist level.
Take the online Coastal Program Analyst II exam to become list eligible for this position at the Conservancy Project Development Analyst II level.
The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is an optional pathway to state civil service for people with disabilities. Visit the CalHR LEAP page for additional information.
Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions 3% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.
This is a Statewide Recruitment for ONE (1) authorized position. This position may be filled in the Headquarters located in Oakland, CA, OR may be filled as a permanent remote position in San Luis Obispo County ONLY. Candidates must have permanent residence in California to be eligible for a permanent remote position AND must reside in the permanent remote location of San Luis Obispo County at the time employment begins. If permanent residence is outside of San Luis Obispo County, the position will report to the Headquarters office in Oakland, CA.
You will find additional information about the job and how to apply at the CalCareers Posting and in the Duty Statement.
Final Filing Date: 10/9/2026
Salary Band:
$7,831.00 – $9,799.00 per Month
Steps to apply:
- If you’re new to the state application process, please visit 3 Steps to a State Job to learn more about the process.
- Create a CalCareers Account
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- Review the Duty Statement.
- On the Job Control Listing, click Apply Now to launch the CA STD 678, which is the State of California’s official State Application for job vacancies.
- If any, answer questions/prompts on the CA STD 678 and upload all required documents before submitting the application:
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- State Application STD 678 – make sure to fill out all sections (resume will not be reviewed/considered)
- If you’re new to the state application process, please visit 3 Steps to a State Job to learn more about the process.
- A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
7. Verify that the CA STD 678 and other required documents have been “Submitted” in your CalCareer account.
8. Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency.
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Department of General Services: How to Apply for a State Job
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