ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control is hiring an Environmental Scientist for a permanent, full-time position in Alameda County. The role involves providing regulatory oversight for contaminated site investigations and cleanups in the San Francisco Bay Area. The job offers a hybrid telework option, emphasizing the protection of public health and the environment. The department values diversity, equity, and inclusion among its employees.
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Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-472040

Position #(s):

810-512-0762-008

Working Title:

Environmental Scientist

Classification:

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,269.00 - $5,748.00 A

$5,188.00 - $7,000.00 B

$6,566.00 - $8,877.00 C

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Alameda County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Berkeley Regional Office

Department Information

This position is located at our Regional office in Berkeley, CA .

The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).

Our Mission: To protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.

Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.

Our Core Values: DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!

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Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/

Job Description And Duties

DTSC has an opening for an Environmental Scientist in the Bay Area Branch of the Site Mitigation and Restoration program. The Environmental Scientist will provide regulatory oversight for the investigation and cleanup of contaminated sites in San Francisco Bay Area and other parts of coastal California. The sites include fast-paced redevelopment projects and projects in communities that have been disproportionately impacted by contamination. The purpose of this work is to protect people’s health and the environment from toxic substances, and to restore contaminated land to enhance economic vitality. Come join us today!

As an Environmental Scientist you will have the opportunity to:
• Review or prepare technical reports and other documents including, but not limited to: Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Preliminary Endangerment Assessments/Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Facility Assessments, Site Characterization workplans and reports, Sampling and Analysis Plans, Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessments, pilot and treatability studies, feasibility studies, remedy selection documents, design, implementation, and completion reports, operation and maintenance plans, five-year reviews and long-term monitoring reports for compliance with approved plans
• Evaluate scientific data, site conditions, and the potential overall impact to public health and the environment
• With direction from the supervisor, makes risk management decisions that support selection of remedies and allows integration of the remedy with site development
• Review cost estimates and coordinate with the other DTSC staff to ensure adequate financial assurance mechanisms are in place for the selected remedy and long-term operation and maintenance
• Plan and manage a workload consisting of multiple assignments on projects with sometimes conflicting deadlines to ensure all assignments are completed on time and within budget
• Prepare and maintain accurate project schedules to facilitate allocation of resources

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:
• Experience with environmental site assessment and site cleanup
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (CERCLA, RCRA) and frameworks
• Experience working with people outside of the organization (members of the public, clients, etc)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Practice evaluating data to formulate an understanding of conditions and make decisions
• Coursework in environmental science, chemistry, geology, environmental health, or a related field preferred

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Special Requirements
• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

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: 4/8/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Toxic Substances Control

Berkeley Regional Office

Attn: Peyton Ward

700 Heinz Avenue

Berkeley , CA 94710-2721

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Toxic Substances Control

Berkeley Regional Office

Peyton Ward

700 Heinz Avenue

Berkeley , CA 94710-2721

Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

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:
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying 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.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.