ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST

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. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Position Details Job Code #: JC-512655 Position (#): 810‑511‑3756‑011 Working Title: Project Manager Classification: ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST Salaries A: $6,488.00 - $7,735.00; B: $7,428.00 - $9,296.00; C: $9,142.00 - $11,449.00; D: $9,754.00 - $12,215.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: Cal Center Regional Office New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. 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 DTSC is hiring an Engineering Geologist in our Sacramento Field Office to serve as Project Manager in the Federal Facilities Unit in the Site Mitigation and Restoration Program. Apply today for a great opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary, cross-program team to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances! As an Engineering Geologist you will have the opportunity to: Evaluate geologic, hydrologic, and geochemical data of the surface and subsurface to characterize the occurrence and migration of contaminants. Review and prepare cross sections, maps, charts, and graphs that illustrate the physical and geochemical setting of contaminated sites. Recommend specific locations of monitoring devices to detect the presence and movement of contaminants in soil, soil gas, groundwater, and air. Review and assist in the development of sound conceptual site models as framework for effective investigation strategies. Plan and manage a workload consisting of one or more 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 Knowledge and/or experience in geological characterization and site cleanup (i.e., Preliminary Assessments, Site Inspections, Remedial Investigations and Feasibility Studies, remedial designs and removal actions). Experience in managing multiple environmental investigation and cleanup projects with sometimes conflicting deadlines. Experience and ability to work with a diverse, multidisciplinary team of professionals to achieve DTSC Site Mitigation and Restoration Program’s mission. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and experience in communicating with a wide range of audiences including but not limited to the public, and federal, state, and local agencies. California Professional Geologist license preferred. Experience working munitions response projects preferred. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a valid California Driver's 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. 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 pages in length typed in Arial 12-point font. It should be specific when answering questions regarding experience (where, when, what, how, and why) and refrain from repeating what is listed on the resume. Your SOQ Should Address The Following Based on the duty statement, describe how your education and experience qualify you for the Engineering Geologist position within the Federal Facilities Unit. 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: 4/15/2026 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 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 Department of Toxic Substances Control Clovis Regional Office Attn: Lynne Baumgras 1515 Tollhouse Road Clovis, CA 93611-0522 Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages Department of Toxic Substances Control Clovis Regional Office Lynne Baumgras 1515 Tollhouse Road Clovis, CA 93611-0522 Drop‑off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.

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Required Application Package Documents 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 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. Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements" section above for additional information. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of Toxic Substances Control