Deputy Controller, Environmental Policy, C.E.A. Level B (C. E. A.)

Job Description and Duties Under the direction of the Chief of Staff and working closely with the Controller and senior leadership team, the Deputy Controller, Environmental Policy will serve as a delegate of the State Controller on the California State Lands Commission, the California Coastal Commission, and the Environmental Protection Council providing highly complex, technical, and fiscal advice and counsel to the Controller on programmatic, fiscal, and policy decisions on matters before these boards and commissions. The position will also serve as the Controller’s senior advisor and internal business leader on the development, coordination, and advancement of the Controller's environmental policy portfolio with a heightened sensitivity to the impact on California’s fiscal health and return on investment. The State Controller’s Office is a destination employer and is one of the few constitutional offices with responsibilities that impacting all levels of state and local government. Therefore, a competitive senior advisor and internal business leader must possess the unique ability to substantively engage with a broad group of elected, government, business, non-profit, and public constituencies and coordinate services on behalf of these constituencies, as well as influence public policy at the state and federal level. Typical responsibilities assigned to this executive position include but are not limited to the following: Duties and Responsibilities: (Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.) • Use independent professional judgment and research in advising the Controller and other executive leaders on environmental policy matters including agenda items before the respective boards and commissions, and collaborating with executives from the boards, stakeholders, the public, and other federal, state, and local agencies in order to prepare comprehensive briefing documents to position the Controller to make well-informed decisions on matters before the boards and commissions; • Develop, manage and oversee legislation pertaining to the Controller’s environmental policy agenda and related operations of the department. • Attend with, or appear or on the Controller’s behalf, assigned board and commission meetings; • Attend other meetings around the state and represent the Controller at conferences, seminars, and other major convenings related to environmental policy; • Develop policies and procedures necessary for the efficient administration of the Controller’s environmental policy programs; • Represent the Controller on other boards and commissions as assigned or needed; • Advocate for investment policies that protect the environment and promote sustainability which lead to new “green” industries and jobs; • Support the executive office’s analysis and response to state budget initiatives and legislation in the areas of environmental policy, identifying key areas of concern and proposing alternatives where needed; • Meet with constituency groups, stakeholders and/or the general public as necessary to ascertain their environmental concerns; • Alert and keep informed the public affairs team and other relevant members of the executive office of issues arising at boards and commissions concerning environmental matters which are of significant importance to the Controller’s office and of public interest; • Provide the Controller with well-researched analyses, talking points and briefing documents in connection with the Controller’s public appearances, meetings and other public communications; • Manage other team members when assigned; • Coordinate the efforts of stakeholders’ groups, and other interested parties working to reconcile disparate positions on environmental policy matters; • Provide the Controller with board and commission briefing material with recommendations consistent with the SCO Deputy Controller Expectation document; • Manage multiple tasks to meet competing deadlines. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements 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: • Completed current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD. Form 678 (when not applied electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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; solely referring to the resume for information (i.e., “See Resume”) is not acceptable. The Job Control number and examination title (JC – 532050 Deputy Controller of Environmental Policy CEA Level B) must be indicated on applications submitted by mail or dropped off in person. • Resume is required and must be included. A Resume does not take the place of the completed STD. 678 application. • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) - Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required and instructions for the SOQ can be found under the Examination Information” section located in this bulletin. 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 organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature, the Executive Branch, and the Constitutional Offices. • Demonstrable knowledge of state policies, rules, and standards relative to accounting requirements. • Demonstrable understanding of Public Policy development. • Experience in preparing executive level reports and presentations. • Experience in recommending, developing, and implementing policies relative to environmental issues. • Experience in presenting before a board, commission, or regulatory authority. • Extensive knowledgeable of environmental and fiscal issues; • Strong written and public speaking abilities. • Experience in organizing and motivating groups. • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Masters or J.D. preferred.