Environmental Scientist at State Water Resources Control Board San Diego County, CA

Job Description and Duties Looking for an exciting opportunity to protect our critically important wetlands in San Diego? The California Regional Water Quality Control Board, San Diego Region has two (2) openings for Environmental Scientists in the Wetland and Riparian Protection Unit. Join the Wetland and Riparian Protection Unit in administering and enforcing programs pertaining to the regulation of dredge and fill material discharges under Clean Water Act section 401 water quality certifications and/or waste discharge requirements. The positions are located at 2375 Northside Drive, San Diego, California 92108, in Mission Valley near light rail stations and other public transportation. For a description of duties, applicants can review the Duty Statement attached. Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Working Conditions Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position and might be expected to comply with after July 1, 2026. In accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and GC 14200, the successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Proof of residency may be required. Salary Information CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience. Employees appointed to the Attorney or Water Resource Control Engineer classification will receive Recruitment Higher Above Minimum (HAM) rate in accordance with the approved In addition, note: Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. Special Requirements RPA# 26-190-018 and 26-190-022 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application. Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility). Must have Environmental Scientist list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: . Desirable Qualifications Knowledge and/or experience in preparation or review of waste discharge requirements (WDRs), Clean Water Act section 401 Water Quality Certifications, advance restoration plans (ARPs), and/or mitigation banking proposals. Knowledge and/or experience in conducting scientific analyses and reports, preparing scientific reports/letters, and providing technical feedback. Knowledge and/or experience in stream and other aquatic systems and processes, including hydrologic, geomorphic, geologic, and biological. Experience in conducting field investigations, performing scientific evaluations, and compliance evaluations. Knowledge and/or experience in maintaining water quality and facility data in databases, maintaining electronic content management systems, and/or responding to Public Records Act requests. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information to professional staff, stakeholders, and the general public. Benefits Water Board employees may be eligible for benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees, and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using Arial 12-point font and normal margins . The SOQ must clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, and skills, as relating to each of the Desirable Qualifications, have prepared you to excel in the duties described in the Duty Statement. Please include the number of years of experience and specific examples of the knowledge, experience, and/or skills that you possess, if any, for each of the Desirable Qualifications described above. Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not be considered. For guidance on writing effective SOQs, visit: . Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be useful in the development of written responses; however, it is important to use these tools responsibly and ethically. Failure to comply may result in disqualification. Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ. 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 - Please see below for specific requirements. Other - Cover Letter is required and must be included. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ellenco Estágios e Treinamentos