ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Position Details Job Code #: JC-525998 Position #(s): 810-161-0762-001 Working Title: Environmental Scientist Classification: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

$4,418.00 - $6,035.00 A

$5,370.00 - $7,350.00 B

$6,796.00 - $9,321.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: Cal Center Regional Office Department Information This position is located at DTSC's Cal Center Regional office in Sacramento, CA. The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDOs) 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! Department Website: Job Description And Duties Are you interested in a meaningful job and want to work toward building healthy, safe, and economically viable communities? Are you driven by protecting the environment and health of all Californians? Consider a career with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC). We are located within the California Environmental Protection Agency with a network of agency partners that are committed to protecting all Californians and the environment. If you are willing to be a part of a highly visible and energetic team with exciting opportunities, we encourage you to apply today! Independently develop and implement project management plans and coordinate with other Project Management Unit (PMU) chiefs, staff and Branch Chief on conducting highly sensitive scientific research Develop and implement project plans and coordinate with staff in the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program (SMRP) to develop policies, procedures, and protocols for program enhancements Work with the staff and management of the PMU and Technical Support Branch to develop a detailed annual workplan with key performance indicators for success Coordinate with Branch Chief, SMRP management and staff to facilitate strategic priorities, program enhancement, program improvements, and operational planning execution and scheduling Develop and provide recommendations on SMRP various program improvements Provide consultation to SMRP management and staff on strategies, objectives, and goals that improve mission objectives and environmental services You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Desirable Qualifications We Look For Ability to plan, organize, communicate, adapt to changing assignments and priorities, and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines Experience drafting RFPs, RFQs, IFB, and related Minimum Qualifications (MQs) Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MS Teams, Visio, SharePoint, and data visualization tools such as PowerBI, GIS and Tableau Experience gathering, identifying, analyzing, reading, and interpreting data from surveys and evaluation Experience leading and facilitating large meetings using verbal and written communication skills to present information to all levels of stakeholders, management, administrative and programmatic staff, and solution partners Analytical skills with the ability to work independently, think logically and creatively, and apply a range of analytical and research tools 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. Your SOQ Should Address The Following A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified. The SOQ should be no more than 2 page(s) in length, 1-inch margins, and Arial font, size 12. Why do you think that you are qualified for this position? Describe your experience working with multidisciplinary teams of technical staff working on complex problems and the steps you took to maintain project reporting, schedules, and budgets while ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of Toxic Substances Control