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DUTY STATEMENT FORMTEXT Classification:Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) FORMTEXT Position Number:835-131-0764-002 FORMTEXT Division/Office/Section: Office of Policy Development & Analysis/Knowledge Integration Section FORMTEXT Location:801 K Street, Sacramento, CA FORMTEXT Effective Date: FORMTEXT Employee's Name: VACANT FORMTEXT Supervision Exercised: FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX No FORMTEXT Supervisor's Name:Dan Brown FORMTEXT Collective Bargaining Identifier (CBID): S10CURRENT/PROPOSEDState of CaliforniaDepartment of Resources Recycling & Recovery (CalRecycle)CalRecycle 109A (Rev. 7/14)This position requires the incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing if both appropriate) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and, adhere to department policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and conduct.Under general direction of the Environmental Program Manager I of the Knowledge Integration Section (KIS) within CalRecycle’s Policy Development and Analysis Office, the incumbent is a working supervisor responsible for the management of staff in the Facilities & Targeted Materials Unit. The incumbent will supervise, monitor, and coordinate policy development and research on a variety of topics. The incumbent ensures that the staff utilizes (and the projects conform to) accepted scientific methods and principles which will enable the Policy Office to function as CalRecycle’s policy analysis/development nexus and technical information clearinghouse. The incumbent will creatively, independently and sensitively move complicated and controversial projects forward (e.g. getting cooperation and data from reluctant entities, dealing with sensitive policy issues with passionate players on all sides, educating decision-makers, furthering discussions by sharing relevant/accurate information, and developing innovative and workable policy options and recommendations).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 20%Supervise, monitor, and coordinate section research activities related to materials (e.g. characterization studies, RDRS reporting, business studies, landfill studies, targeted material studies, etc.) and facilities (e.g. RDRS reporting, CalRecycle facility inventories, capacity and planning models, etc.). Ensure that staff rigorously applies scientific methods and principles to identify, study, and develop foundational data related tothe California waste stream. Oversee and make certain that staff manages research projects effectively and efficiently to yield needed scientifically valid data within project deadlines. Oversee the development of methods, tools, models, and studies to assist CalRecycle staff and stakeholders and ensures that staff anticipates needs and secures necessary data resources across CalRecycle that are integrated, useful, meet quality standards and deliver data to meet CalRecycle and stakeholder needs. Ensure that staff analyzes data consistent with best scientific practices, objectivity, creativity and effectiveness to yield meaningful, useful results within critical deadlines and direct, plan, monitor, and adjust analytical efforts to support policy analysis and development. Manage research contracts.20%Oversee the development and implementation of the staff-related components of characterization studiesby the Policy Office, including staff training, resource requirements, logistics, and strategic research objectives. Coordinate the work of staff and collaborate closely with technical staff assigned to the characterization studies and related projects such as packaging and material specific analyses, so that KIS staff can effectively support the the statewide 75% recycling goals, mandatory commercial recycling, organics reduction under SB 1383, the GHG reduction efforts of AB 32, and future material management goals.20%Oversee the development and implementation of the staff-related components of SB 1583 Statewide Recycling Commission administration and supportby the Policy Office, including staff training, resource requirements, logistics, and strategic research objectives. Coordinate the work of staff and collaborate closely with technical staff from other CalRecycle groups and divisions assigned to the Commission support. Engage directly with SB 1583 Commissioners as a project lead and as a representative of CalRecycle.15%Coordinate and oversee policy development efforts on a variety of topics (such as, disposal/recycling facility infrastructure needs & capacities, recycling program strategies & funding options, and material life cycles & new technology options) based on CalRecycle needs and priorities. Guide staff as they conduct stakeholder outreach and policy workshops to identify different perspectives and additional complexities, present alternatives and recommendations, gather feedback and synthesize new policy options. Supervise and support staff efforts to develop new policy options and new directions for consideration by the Section Manager, Policy Office Chief and Department Director. Coordinate staff efforts as new policy directions are considered and implemented through legislative, regulatory or programmatic efforts in the Policy Office or by other parts of CalRecycle.10%Review and edit written work by staff (e.g. methodologies, reports, and general correspondence)and write a variety of documents (e.g. scientific procedures, regulations, scientific journal articles, requests for proposals, contracts, scientific reports, memos, letters, guidance documents, legislative analysis and public meeting reports). Prepare and make presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences, such as Department meetings and policy development workshops. Regardless of the medium used, ensure that staff presents results and implications of KIS efforts accurately and clearly to technical and non-technical readers & audiences. 5%Evaluate requests from internal and external customers for information and technical assistance & subsequently ensure successful delivery of information and technical assistance to CalRecycle staff, stakeholders and the public. Guide staff in facilitating and dealing with complex and sensitive exchanges of information between the Department and stakeholders involving solid waste management statutes, regulations, and policies. Ensure that staff anticipates and responds to customer, (e.g., coworkers, management, stakeholder and public) concerns with tact and sensitivity, and that they provide responses with the agreed upon deadlines. 5%Coordinate and collaborate with other supervisors, the section manager, the Policy Office Chief, and staff to achieve Policy Office objectives (e.g. policy development, policy analysis, special projects, research efforts, critical analyses, data gathering efforts, etc.). Prepare budget change proposals and contract concepts for consideration. Oversee the preparation and management of contracts and interagency agreements required to achieve program objectives. Ensure that all personnel management functions are carried out, including interviewing applicants for positions, preparing performance appraisals, approving time reports, reviewing individual development plans, training needs and assessments, and ensuring compliance with work-place rules & regulations. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS 5%Attend administrative meetings and training. Represent the Office in working groups and teams.I have read and understood the duties and essential functions of the position and can perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation:Employee Signature: VacantDate:I certify that the above accurately represent the duties of the position:Supervisor Signature:Dan BrownDate:PERSONNEL USE ONLY: This personnel transaction has been reviewed and approved by: C&P Analyst:Date Approved:SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION (IF ANY): FORMCHECKBOX Designated under Conflict of Interest Code. FORMCHECKBOX Duties performed may require annual physical. FORMCHECKBOX Duties require participation in the DMV Pull Notice Program (drives on state business 6 or more time per month). FORMCHECKBOX Requires the utilization of a self-contained breathing apparatus.* FORMCHECKBOX Operates heavy motorized vehicles.* FORMCHECKBOX Requires repetitive movement of heavy objects.* FORMCHECKBOX Performs other duties requiring high physical demand.* (Explain below) *May require a pre-employment medical examination.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION FORMCHECKBOX VISION – You must have sufficient vision to perform the following duties: identify policy and research issues; evaluate facilities, technologies and environmental impacts and issues; prepare supporting materials for public meetings, workshops and conferences; review legislation, informational documents and conduct web based research FORMCHECKBOX HEARING – Your hearing must be sufficiently acute to perform following duties: perform phone consultations and surveys; take oral instructions from management and interact with other personnel within CalRecycle, at other agencies and with CalRecycle’s stakeholders FORMCHECKBOX SPEECH – You must have sufficient ability to speak to perform following duties: conduct policy workshops, present information at CalRecycle monthly meetings, report data, information and policy issues to management; speak on the phone; interact staff and stakeholders FORMCHECKBOX CARDIAC/CIRCULATORY SYSTEM – Your cardiac/circulatory system must be in sufficient condition to perform the following duties: FORMCHECKBOX RESPIRATORY SYSTEM - Your respiratory system must be in sufficient condition to perform these duties: FORMCHECKBOX ORTHOPEDIC – You must have the ability to use the following selected body parts – a. neck, b. shoulder, c. arm, d. elbow, e. wrist, f. hand, g. finger, h. spine, i. back, j. hip, k. leg, l. knee, m. ankle, n. foot, o. toe, to perform the following duties: use computer (a, b, c, d, e, f, g); attend meetings (h, I, j, k, l, m, n); and, use of appropriate body parts to perform other duties of this position FORMCHECKBOX MANUAL DEXTERITY – You must be able to perform the following duties involving manual dexterity: use the computer; telephone, attend meetings, conferences and workshops, etc. FORMCHECKBOX BENDING, STOOPING, KNEELING – You must be able to bend at the knee or waist, stoop, and kneel to perform the following duties: FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX SITTING OR STANDING – You must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time to perform the following duties: attend meetings, tour facilities, sit at desk for extended periods of time to perform research, analytical and policy development duties that are mandatory for this position FORMCHECKBOX LIFTING – You must be able to lift up to pounds to perform the following duties: FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX CONCENTRATION – You must be able to continuously concentrate to perform the following duties: develop work plans; research solid waste and recycling issues; analyze complex data; analyze and develop CalRecycle policies; manage projects and contracts; review legislation FORMCHECKBOX EQUILIBRIUM/BALANCE – You must be able to perform the following duties in such a manner that you do not jeopardize the safety of others: FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX LOSS OF AWARENESS OR CONSCIOUSNESS - You must be able to perform the following duties in such a manner that you do not jeopardize the safety of others: FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX CONTAGIOUS OR COMMUNICABLE DISEASE - You must be able to perform the following duties in such a manner that you do not jeopardize the safety of others: FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX DRIVING OR OPERATING DANGEROUS EQUIPMENT – You must be able to drive or operate dangerous equipment to perform the following duties: FORMTEXT ????? FORMCHECKBOX Do you have any other physical or mental condition or limitation not listed above that prevent you from performing the essential functions of this position as described in this job description?EMPLOYEE CERTIFICATION FORMCHECKBOX Yes. I am able to perform all of the above listed essential functions of the position, and have no physical or mental condition or limitation that prevent or otherwise impair me from doing so. FORMCHECKBOX Yes, I am able to perform all of the above-listed essential functions of the position, but will require reasonable accommodation in order to do so. FORMCHECKBOX No, I am unable to perform one or more of the above-listed essential functions of the position, even with reasonable accommodation. FORMCHECKBOX I am not sure if I am able to perform on or more of the above-listed essential functions of the job.Signature Date ................
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